SIA Youth Scholarship for Pre-University studies

SIA Youth Scholarship is tenable for 2 years of Pre-University studies in selected Singapore Junior Colleges leading to the award of the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education ‘Advanced’ (GCE ‘A’) Level (or equivalent) certificate.

Offered by: National University of Singapore or the Nanyang Technological University.

Programme: SIA Youth Scholarship for Pre-University studies in selected Singapore Junior Colleges.

Duration: 2 years

Eligibility: Students who meet the following criteria are invited to apply for the scholarship:

• Nationals of India
• Born between 1993 and 1995
• Completed Standard 10 in the Year 2011
• Possess outstanding academic track record ( at least an average of 85% / minimum ‘A’ with English as first language in the Standard 10 State/National examinations

Allowance:

• Allowance of S$2,400 per annum with hostel accommodation
• Settling-in allowance of S$500 (once only)
• Waiver of school fees (excluding miscellaneous fees)
• Waiver of GCE ‘A’ Level examination fees (once only)

Selection process: On the basis of Test and Interview 

Test and Interview City:

• Bangalore
• Calcutta
• Chennai
• Delhi
• Mumbai

How to apply: Click here to apply online 

There are 2 modes of application — online or hardcopy application. Each applicant should submit only ONE application and the online mode is recommended. Please do not send in a hardcopy application if you have already applied for the scholarship online and vice versa.

Important Dates

• Application Period: 1 June to 15 July 2011
• Selection Test: End August to early September 2011
• Selection Interview: Early November 2011
• Award of Scholarship: Mid to late November 2011
• Arrival of Scholar in Singapore: Late January / Early February 2012

Click here to view details 
    
Address:
School Placement & Scholarships Branch Ministry of Education
1 North Buona Vista Drive,
Level 3 Podium Block
Singapore 138 675

Website: www.moe.gov.sg