SAF Medicine Scholarship: 2026 Profile & Selection Blueprint
TL;DR
It typically covers tuition and approved charges, pays a monthly salary during your studies, and provides an allowance (books and computer). Always verify the latest terms on the official page before applying.
Sponsor: Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)Bond: Bond 4-6 YearsOverseas: Primarily Singapore
30 Nov 2025, 00:00 Z
Reviewed by
Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)
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Q: What does the SAF Medicine Scholarship cover?
A: A fact-checked snapshot of what’s covered, eligibility, and bond obligations—based on the SAF’s official listing.
TL;DR
It typically covers tuition and approved charges, pays a monthly salary during your studies, and provides an allowance (books and computer). Always verify the latest terms on the official page before applying.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Check the official listing for the current application window.
- Official Listing: SAF Medicine Scholarship / SAF Dental Scholarship — Singapore Army
- Who It Targets: Applicants who secure a placing to study Medicine at either NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine or NTU Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine.
- Eligibility (at a glance): Singapore citizen (or Singapore PR intending to take up citizenship; contract is offered upon confirmation of citizenship), and good GCE A-Level / International Baccalaureate results, Polytechnic Diploma, or equivalent.
- Bond: Fulfil a 6-year SAF bond after your studies, alongside the MOH bond (served concurrently, per the official listing).
What’s Covered (as publicly stated)
- Full sponsorship of tuition fees and approved charges
- Monthly salary
- Allowance (books and computer)
Bond Obligations (high level)
- Fulfil a 6-year SAF bond after your studies.
- Fulfil the MOH bond concurrently (the official listing states a 5-year MOH bond for Medicine).
- Bond is suspended during periods of speciality training and hospital postings (per the official listing).
Application Roadmap (practical steps)
- Start from the official listing: Confirm the latest eligibility criteria, scholarship benefits, and bond obligations.
- Apply via the official form: Use the “Apply now” link on the SAF listing.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to explain why you want a military healthcare career and how you handle responsibility and pressure.
- Complete medical screening (if required): Follow SAF instructions on medical clearance.
