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Singapore Aug 2027 intake: Round 1 closes 30 September 2026; Round 2 31 January 2027; Round 3 31 March 2027

NUS MBA Merit Scholarship

NUS Business School awards merit-based scholarships across its 17-month full-time MBA programme — ranging from SGD 30,000 partial scholarships (LKR 7.2M) up to full tuition waivers (SGD 78,000 = LKR 18.7M) for exceptional candidates. The NUS MBA is consistently ranked Asia's #1 MBA programme (Financial Times) and offers strong access to the Singapore-headquartered Asian corporate ecosystem. Sri Lankan applicants with 4-8 years' experience in banking, consulting, technology, or fast-growing sectors are competitive — and the merit scholarship is awarded as part of the admissions process, with no separate application form. Round 1 applicants have the strongest scholarship odds since the budget is uncommitted.

NUS Business School

University-funded

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Value

SGD 30k - SGD 78k (Full Tuition)

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Duration

Applied to 17-Month MBA

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Application

Automatic at Admission

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Admitted NUS MBA Candidate

You must be applying to or admitted to the NUS MBA (full-time, 17-month programme). Part-time NUS MBA and other NUS Master's programmes have separate scholarship schemes.

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4+ Years' Work Experience

NUS MBA candidates typically have 4-8 years of post-Bachelor's professional experience. Sri Lankan candidates from MAS, John Keells, Brandix, top banks (HSBC, Standard Chartered, Commercial Bank), Big 4, and tech companies (Dialog, IFS, WSO2) are well-represented.

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GMAT/GRE Required

GMAT 650+ (median ~670) or GRE equivalent. NUS does not offer GMAT waivers for the merit-scholarship pool. Strong GMAT (700+) significantly improves both admission and scholarship odds.

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Open to All Nationalities

Merit scholarships are open to international applicants. Sri Lankan citizens compete in the same pool as other internationals. NUS MBA cohorts are typically 80%+ international, with strong Indian, Chinese, and Southeast Asian representation.

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Apply to NUS MBA

Submit your application via the NUS MBA online portal. Required: essays (2 short essays + 1 video), GMAT/GRE, transcripts, 2 recommendations, CV, application fee SGD 250. Round 1 deadline gives the strongest scholarship odds.

Interview round

Shortlisted candidates are interviewed (virtual or in person) by NUS MBA admissions or alumni interviewers. Interview performance is a major factor in both admission and scholarship decisions.

Automatic merit consideration

All admitted candidates are automatically reviewed for merit scholarships. There is no separate application form. Awards are based on the holistic profile (GMAT, undergraduate record, professional achievements, interview).

Award in offer letter

If awarded, the scholarship amount is itemised in your NUS MBA admission letter. The amount is applied to tuition across the programme's 4 terms. Accept the offer via the portal, pay the (reduced) deposit, and apply for the Singapore Student Pass via SOLAR.

Why NUS MBA?

NUS is consistently ranked Asia's #1 university and the NUS MBA is consistently Asia's #1 MBA (Financial Times). Singapore's central role in Asian finance, technology, and corporate HQs gives MBA students unparalleled access to the region. The 17-month programme includes internships, electives, and a global immersion. Sri Lankan NUS MBA alumni populate senior roles across Asian banks, consulting firms, and Singapore-headquartered multinationals.