Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
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The application deadline for the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship (postgraduate, study-abroad) for the 2026 intake was February 28, 2026. The official deadline for the 2027 academic intake has not yet been announced.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship
Q.Who is eligible for the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship?
The scholarship is open to Singapore Citizens who possess a strong track record of leadership and achievement in their fields/professions and demonstrate the potential to excel and contribute to Singapore. It supports postgraduate studies (Master's or PhD) both locally and overseas.
Q.What does the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship cover?
The scholarship provides full tuition fees coverage and an annual allowance of S$50,000 for private sector awardees (up to 2 years for Master's, up to 5 years for PhD). Public sector awardees already sponsored by their agencies will receive a one-off sum of S$10,000 instead of tuition and annual allowance.
Q.Is there a service bond associated with the scholarship?
No, there is no bond associated with the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship. However, recipients are expected to actively contribute towards the betterment of Singapore and Singaporeans.
Q.Can I apply if I have already started my postgraduate studies?
Yes, applicants who have already commenced their postgraduate studies are eligible, provided they have at least three academic terms of study remaining at the point of application.