Social Service Scholarship (Mid-Term): 2026 Profile

Q: What does Social Service Scholarship (Mid-Term): 2026 Profile cover?
A: Mid-term conversion route for current social work and allied health undergraduates to secure NCSS funding, sector mentorship, and a four- to six-year bond.

TL;DR This profile summarises eligibility, what’s covered, and bond/terms-verify the latest details on the sponsor’s official page before applying.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: NCSS’ page states applications open twice a year (1 Jan - 31 Mar and 1 - 30 Sep) (checked 27 Jan 2026).
• Official Listing: Social Service Scholarship - National Council of Social Service
• Detailed FAQ (NCSS PDF): Social Service Scholarship FAQ (PDF)
• Mid-term Route (NCSS FAQ): Apply for the mid-term scholarship if you have completed at least one academic semester.
• Mid-term Eligibility (NCSS FAQ): You need to have at least one remaining year of academic studies at the point of application (i.e. not in your final year).
• Bond (NCSS FAQ): Undergraduate: 4 years (local) or 6 years (overseas).

Funding & Scholar Support

The NCSS FAQ states the mid-term scholarship covers components such as:

• Full tuition fees
• Maintenance allowance (given from the academic year of award)
• One-time pre-studies allowance
• Overseas exchange allowance and enrichment activity allowance (by application and subject to approval)
• Other compulsory fees required to complete the course of study

Eligibility Essentials

The NCSS FAQ lists selection criteria such as:

• Singapore Citizen, or Singapore Permanent Resident applying for citizenship
• Excellent academic results (A’ Levels, IB, Diploma, and/or university results)
• Applied to a university or gained admission into a recognised programme at the point of application
• Completed at least one academic semester (mid-term route) and have at least one remaining academic year at point of application

Application Timeline

1. Apply during the stated windows (1 Jan - 31 Mar and 1 - 30 Sep) on the NCSS page.
2. Ensure you have applied to the relevant university programme before submitting the scholarship application (NCSS FAQ).

Reviewed by

Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)