Syed Isa Semait Scholarship (SISS): 2026 Profile

Q: What does Syed Isa Semait Scholarship (SISS): 2026 Profile cover?
A: Funding coverage, leadership pathway, and application guidance for the Syed Isa Semait Scholarship supporting Madrasah graduates in overseas Islamic studies.

TL;DR Use the official MUIS SISS page for the latest benefits, eligibility rules, and application steps.
Key items to check: award coverage, application period, and the six-year bond with MUIS upon graduation.

Scholarship Snapshot

• Status: See the official page for the current cycle (last reviewed 2026-01-29)
• Official Listing: Syed Isa Semait Scholarship (SISS) and MUIS Scholarship (MS)
• Who It Targets: Singapore Citizens or PRs who graduated from a full-time madrasah in Singapore (within the past five years) and meet MUIS’s published academic and leadership requirements
• Award Value (SISS): Up to S$240,000 over four years (inclusive of tuition + monthly living allowances, travel benefits, relocation allowance, and textbook/laptop allowances - see official page for details)
• Service Commitment (SISS): Six-year bond with MUIS upon graduation (includes a personalised development plan and job rotations with MUIS)

What to verify on the official page

• Application period and submission method: MUIS publishes the application period and submission steps for each cycle.
• Funding coverage: Confirm what the award amount is “inclusive of” (fees, allowances, travel/insurance, relocation, devices/books).
• Eligibility rules: Confirm citizenship/PR, graduation window, and the required academic/leadership standards.
• Bond and placement: Read the six-year bond statement and how MUIS describes post-graduation placement, rotations, and development.

Eligibility Highlights

• Must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Must have graduated from a full-time madrasah in Singapore within the past five years.
• Must demonstrate strong leadership potential and exemplary personal conduct.
• Academic requirements are stated on the official page; confirm whether additional documents/forms are required for your situation.

Development & Expectations

The official page describes:

• Development opportunities via the Scholars Development Programme (SDP).

Reviewed by

Marcus Pang·Managing Director (Maths)