Singapore ASEAN Scholarship
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
Use this listing to plan your research, not as confirmation of eligibility. Requirements, funding and deadlines can change. Confirm your course and current application cycle with the official provider. An unknown requirement is not a waiver.
- IELTS
- 6
- Components
- L 5.5 / R 5.5 / W 5.5 / S 5.5
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Deadline
- March–May
Last verified: 2026-03
About Singapore ASEAN Scholarship
The Singapore ASEAN Scholarship is offered by Singapore's Ministry of Education to outstanding students from ASEAN member countries. It supports secondary and pre-university education in Singapore, providing a pathway to undergraduate study at Singaporean institutions. The scholarship covers full tuition, an annual living allowance, accommodation, and return airfare.
Listed IELTS requirement
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 80
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1The Singapore ASEAN Scholarship requires IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component. As this targets younger students, focus on building strong foundational English skills across all four bands.
- 2Apply between March and May. Start IELTS preparation early, as the scholarship application involves multiple stages including written tests and interviews conducted in English.
- 3Practice speaking fluently about academic and everyday topics — the interview stage carries significant weight, and strong oral communication can set you apart from other ASEAN applicants.
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