SUTD Global Merit Scholarship: 2026 Profile

Q: What does SUTD Global Merit Scholarship: 2026 Profile cover?
A: Key benefits, overseas grant access, and selection criteria for the SUTD Global Merit Scholarship recognising outstanding students across all undergraduate pillars.

TL;DR\ The SUTD Global Merit Scholarship wipes out tuition fees for eight terms and provides up to S$9,000 for overseas exposure, rewarding students who pair academic excellence with leadership and community impact—without imposing a bond.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: Application Cycle Closed (last checked 2025-10-20)
• Official Listing: SUTD Undergraduate Scholarships
• Who It Targets: High-achieving A-Level, IB, NUS High, polytechnic, or international Year 12 applicants admitted to any SUTD undergraduate programme
• Award Value: Full tuition coverage for eight terms and up to S$9,000 for approved overseas programmes (exchange, research, or summer schools)
• Bond: None

Award Components

• Tuition waiver: Covers the full subsidised tuition for the normal programme duration.
• Overseas grant: Provides up to S$9,000 for global exposure via SUTD-endorsed programmes.
• Leadership ecosystem: Access to donor events, mentorship, and priority consideration for campus leadership and ambassador roles.

Eligibility Highlights

• Applicants must demonstrate stellar academic results alongside co-curricular excellence, innovation, or community service.
• Male students are required to complete National Service before matriculation.
• Scholarship renewal each term depends on sustained academic performance and good conduct.
• Participation in at least 20 hours of SUTD community or ambassadorial service per year is mandatory.

Development & Expectations

• Scholars contribute to outreach events, campus tours, and mentorship of future cohorts.
• They gain access to leadership seminars, design innovation workshops, and alumni networking platforms curated by SUTD.
• Eligible scholars may stack donor-sponsored awards (excluding overlapping tuition benefits) for additional experiential funding.

Application Roadmap

1. Submit admissions application: Apply within your pathway's window (early January to late February for most tracks; by 19 March 2025 for A-Level candidates).