National Science Scholarship (BS-PhD): 2025 Profile

Download printable cheat-sheet (CC-BY 4.0)

30 Nov 2025, 00:00 Z

Reviewed by

Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)

Join our Telegram study group

Planning a revision session? Use our study places near me map to find libraries, community study rooms, and late-night spots.

Q: What does National Science Scholarship (BS-PhD): 2025 Profile cover?
A: A*STAR's flagship BS-PhD pathway—benefits, overseas exposure, and preparation guidance for future Singapore deep-science leaders.

TL;DR\ ASTAR’s BS-PhD scholarship pages returned “Page not found” on 2025-11-30; current funding, eligibility, and bond terms are not published. Contact ASTAR Scholarships for the latest factsheet before preparing an application.

Use our Scholarship Matcher to weigh it against other long-form STEM pathways before you commit to a six-year bond.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Not published online (ASTAR scholarship page returned “Page Not Found” on 2025-11-30). Check with ASTAR Scholarships for availability and deadlines.
• Official Listing: Request the current BS-PhD scholarship link from A*STAR.
• Who It Targets: Past focus was high-achieving JC/IB/polytechnic students pursuing overseas STEM degrees leading to a PhD—confirm current scope with A*STAR.
• Eligibility: Not published; ask for the latest citizenship, academic, and research prerequisites.
• Tenable Institutions: Not listed; verify approved universities with A*STAR.
• Bond: Not published; request written confirmation of bond duration and posting agencies.

Award Components

A*STAR has not posted current funding details. Ask for the official factsheet to confirm:

• Tuition/fee coverage and stipend levels for BS + PhD
• Airfare/settling-in support and research funding
• Attachments, mentorship, or leadership programmes

Eligibility Highlights

Request the current eligibility criteria. Past cycles emphasised strong STEM grades, research exposure, and leadership potential; verify citizenship rules, academic thresholds, and discipline fit with A*STAR.

Application Roadmap

1. Ask A*STAR Scholarships for the current application window, process, and required documents.
2. Prepare transcripts, predicted grades, and research portfolios early so you can submit once the portal opens.
3. Clarify assessment/interview formats and any camp-style exercises with A*STAR.
4. If shortlisted, map potential undergraduate and PhD plans with A*STAR once you receive the official package.

Preparation Playbook

• Seek mentorship from current A*STAR scholars to understand academic expectations and lab culture.