SM Jaleel Foundation–Education Trust Fund Scholarship: 2025 Profile
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TL;DR\ The SM Jaleel Foundation–ETF Scholarship lightens your tuition burden from secondary to university levels, adds mentoring and community service expectations, and keeps things bond-free so you can focus on academic progress.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Application Cycle Closed (last checked 18 Feb 2025)
- Who It Targets: Singapore Citizen students across secondary school, ITE, polytechnic, and local universities who need financial support and show leadership potential
- Eligibility: Stable academic performance, household income within ETF criteria, active community involvement, and endorsement from school or tertiary institution
- Tenable Institutions: All ITEs, all polytechnics, all local universities
- Bond: Bond-free, with expectations to maintain scholarship values and volunteerism
Award Components
- Annual cash award or fee subsidy to defray school, polytechnic, or university expenses
- Book and transport allowances calibrated to study level
- Access to Education Trust Fund mentoring, academic coaching, and leadership workshops
- Networking with donors, alumni, and community leaders who support scholars' personal development
- Opportunities to spearhead outreach programmes within the Malay/Muslim community and broader Singapore society
Eligibility Highlights
- Singapore Citizen with good academic standing (minimum pass/division stipulated per education level)
- Active participation in CCAs, leadership posts, or community service initiatives
- Household income within ETF support thresholds; supporting documents required for verification
- Commitment to be an ambassador for the scholarship, including participation in events and peer mentoring
- Positive testimonials from educators or community leaders attesting to character and resilience
Application Roadmap
- Gather academic transcripts, income documents, and recommendation letters endorsing your leadership or service record.
- Submit the scholarship application through the Education Trust Fund or partner platforms before the annual deadline.
- Prepare for interviews that explore financial need, academic goals, and willingness to contribute back to the community.
- Upon selection, attend the award ceremony and onboarding briefings that outline scholar responsibilities.
- Track academic performance each semester; submit progress reports or testimonials when requested.
- Participate in ETF programmes—mentoring, workshops, community projects—and update the secretariat on major milestones.
Preparation Playbook
- Document the impact of your community work (beneficiaries, hours, leadership outcomes) to strengthen renewal cases.
- Budget responsibly: prioritise tuition, essential learning tools, and savings for emergencies.
- Seek academic support early—tutoring, study groups, or university resources—to maintain the required GPA or promotion criteria.
- Volunteer at ETF-organised events to network with fellow scholars and potential mentors.
- Share success stories and tips with junior scholars; peer coaching is often valued during renewal reviews.
- Monitor announcements for supplementary grants or internships offered by ETF partners and donors.
