National University of Singapore (NUS) President Graduate Fellowship

The National University of Singapore President’s Graduate Fellowship (PGF) brings those considerations together, supporting outstanding doctoral researchers in Singapore while assessing research promise and supervision quality. 

The President’s Graduate Fellowship (PGF) is awarded to candidates who show exceptional promise or accomplishment in research. A number of PhD research students are selected each semester by the University for the award.

The NUS invites graduates with strong academic potential and a keen interest in research to join our research-based doctoral programs. PhD admission criteria encompass a robust academic background, a passionate interest in a research topic, and good character. 

The NUS President Graduate Fellowship covers;

• Full tuition fees

• Monthly Stipends

  • Singapore Citizens (4800 / Month), Singapore Permanent Residents (4400 / Month), All International Students (3900 / Month).

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

• Application Form

• Academic Transcript with a good GPA in a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree.

• A well-crafted statement of purpose detailing research interests, career aspirations, and motivations for choosing our program.

• Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees, offering valuable insights into the applicant’s qualifications and research potential.

• A comprehensive CV highlighting academic accomplishments and pertinent experience.

• Standardized test scores such as the GRE.

• Publications or involvement in research projects.

• For non-native English speakers, proficiency demonstrated through tests like TOEFL or IELTS.

To be considered for the NUS President’s Graduate Fellowship (PGF), you must:

• have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.

• possess a strong academic potential and a keen interest in research.

• be Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents, or International Students.

To be considered, excellent PhD applicants have to be nominated by the Faculty/Department.

The application procedures will be advised once the applicants are assessed as eligible.

For the President’s Graduate Fellowship (funded by the Lee Kong Chian Scholarship), preference is given to candidates who exhibit leadership ability and commitment to community service.

Successful applicants will be informed of the outcome of their applications sometime in May (for admission in August) or October (for admission in January).

Successful applicants are required to sign a letter of undertaking agreeing to observe the terms and conditions for the award of the Fellowship.