Here’s What You Should Know about NUS Admission Process
As one of the top universities in Singapore, NUS is consistently ranked highly by multiple world rankings, including the QS World University Rankings as well as the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. With its high-quality programs across many disciplines, it's no wonder that people want to study here. If you're one of them, let's get deep into the NUS admissions process!
General Requirements
| Qualifications | Applicants who have completed the high school final examination | Applicants who will be completing the high school final examination after the application closing date |
English Requirement |
| 'A' Level (AQA, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, OCR, Oxford International AQA, WJEC) | 'Advanced' Level exam results A good pass in at least 3 'Advanced' Level subjects |
'Advanced Subsidiary' Level exam results Expected to have a good pass in at least 3 'Advanced' Level subjects |
Not required |
| Indonesian Ujian Nasional (UN) | Ujian Nasional Siswa / Ijasah Sekolah Menengah Atas results A good pass in Ujian Nasional (UN) / Ijasah Sekolah Menengah Atas |
SMA Class 11 Semester 2 and Class 12 Semester 1 results Expected to pass Ijasah Sekolah Menengah Atas by August 2022 |
Required |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | Apply with actual International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results | Apply with predicted International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results, as attested by high school | Not required |
English Language Proficiency
As English is the medium of instruction in NUS, you'll be required to submit proof of English language proficiency. The following are the minimum test scores required for admissions:
| Test | Minimum Scores |
| IELTS | Overall - 6.5Reading and Writing - 6.5 |
| TOEFL TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBT Special Home EditionTOEFL iBT Paper Edition | 92 - 93 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | Overall - 62Reading and Writing - 62 |
| C1 Advanced / Cambridge English: Advanced | 180 |
Note:
- For C1 Advanced / Cambridge English: Advanced, PTE Academic, TOEFL and/or IELTS, the scores should be obtained within 2 years of the application deadline.
- IELTS Indicator score is not accepted.
- NUS only accepts TOEFL iBT scores from a single test date, not MyBest scores
NUS Admission
The application to the undergraduate programs at NUS is done online. First, you'll need to complete the Online Application Form.
Admissions Section
- Personal particulars - Passport or Birth Certificate
- Alternative Contact - A person to contact in case of emergency
- Choice of Courses - You can apply for a maximum of eight single degree choices and another eight double degree, concurrent degree, double major, minor and specialization programs.
- Education - If you are sitting for your national or official Year 12 examination in the year of application and will receive your results only after the application deadline, you should select “Predicted / Forecast” and input your most recent school results. However, if you have completed your national or official Year 12 examination by the application deadline, you should select “Actual” and input your actual results.
- Achievements (optional) - If you wish to be considered under the Aptitude Based Admissions Scheme, you should share your achievements and provide details through the 2,000 characters Personal Statement. Furthermore, if you have participated in any competition under the International Science Olympiad, also provide the details.
- University/Tertiary Education (optional) - If you are a current or former undergraduate of a university, please provide details for all the required fields.
- Health and Support (if applicable) - Share if you have past or current medical or mental health condition and/or physical disabilities; and/or drug or food allergies
- Other information - Indicate if you have been arrested, charged in court, put on probation or convicted of an offence; suspended or expelled from an educational institution; terminated from your employment for any reason; or have any court or disciplinary proceedings pending.
- Tuition Grant - International Students are to indicate their intention to apply for Tuition Grant.
Your application will be only considered after you have completed the application process and successfully submitted the supporting documents.
NUS Admission Application Period
The application fee for NUS admission is S$20.
| Qualifications | Application Period |
| Indonesian Ujian Nasional (UN) | 15 October - 14 February |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma | 15 October - 21 February |
| 'A' Level (AQA, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, OCR, Oxford International AQA, WJEC) | 15 October - 28 February |
Post-application
Application outcomes will be released online and in batches, with the final batch being released around mid-July. Depending on the course(s) you have applied for, interviews and/or tests may be required before an admission outcome is made.
| Qualifications | Estimated Application Outcome |
| Indonesian Ujian Nasional (UN) | Mid May |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma | Mid May to end of July |
| 'A' Level (AQA, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, OCR, Oxford International AQA, WJEC) | Mid May to end of July |
If you've decided the National University of Singapore (NUS) is the right university for you, then it's time to prepare for the admissions process. Just like any other university, the NUS admissions process requires well-informed decisions and hard work. Best of luck!
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