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DARE TO BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU - BE AN SMU SCHOLAR - Undergraduate
DARE TO
BE THE
BEST
VERSION
OF YOU
BE AN
SMU
SCHOLAR
          Janessa Ha Li Yuan
          SMU Global Impact
               Scholar

          Undergraduate
DARE TO BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU - BE AN SMU SCHOLAR - Undergraduate
DARE TO
TAKE      “My SMU scholarship has allowed me
          to meet like-minded people who are
           pursuing different degrees. There is a
           lot to learn from each other and these
           are the people who push me to grow
           in all aspects of my life. It has also
           given me several opportunities to go
           overseas. Plus, the lasting friendships
          that I have formed with some of my
          fellow scholars will be my support
           system through university!”

          Kunal Prajyot Doshi
          Year 2 Student

THE
          SMU Global Impact Scholar
          School of Accountancy
          Formerly from Victoria Junior College

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DARE TO BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU - BE AN SMU SCHOLAR - Undergraduate
DARE TO
               What is an SMU Scholarship?                                     Who is eligible?
               It is a recognition of your all-rounded                         We have over 40 different types
               achievements as a student and a validation                      of scholarships for Singaporeans,

CHANGE
               of your potential for success at SMU                            Permanent Residents and International
               and beyond. Depending on the type of                            Students. Do read the requirements and
               scholarship, it could cover all or part of your                 eligibility for each one before applying.
               SMU tuition fees, with some scholarships
               also providing an allowance for global                          With so many individual scholarships on

YOUR FUTURE.
               exposure and personal development and                           offer, there’s a good chance of scoring
               networking opportunities.                                       one. Each year, 1 in 3 freshmen receives
                                                                               a scholarship or financial award.

               Advantages of the Scholars Network
                                                                               How to apply?
               The Scholars Network helps scholars imbibe
               good leadership qualities, confidence, cultural                 Scan the QR code or visit
               competence and compassion to make                               www.admissions.smu.edu.sg/
               significant contributions to society. They are                  scholarships
               exposed to a wide array of development
               programmes and growth opportunities,
               offered the privilege of participating in global
               competitions, exclusive dinners with CEOs,         12           How many can I apply
               customized networking sessions and special              ?
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                                                                               for at one time?
               seminars by business leaders and key
               industry experts, empowering them to go                         You are able to list up to 5
               beyond their academic learning and become                       preferred scholarships in the
               holistic individuals.                                           online application form.

AND            Who do we look for?

THE
               We are in search of individuals who care about

                                                                                                                           SMU SCHOLARSHIP
               their community and want to create change
               that matters. If you demonstrate academic
               excellence, have outstanding leadership
               qualities and have shown commitment to your

WORLD.
               community, there’s a good chance you have
               what we’re looking for!

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DARE TO BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU - BE AN SMU SCHOLAR - Undergraduate
DARE TO LEAD
  SMU GLOBAL IMPACT
                                                                                                                                                                                                         SMU MERIT
                                                                                                                                                                                                         SCHOLARSHIP
                                                                                                                                                                                                         PROGRAMME
                                                                                                                                                                                                         This scholarship opens doors to an enriching
                                                                                                                                                                                                         and exciting learning opportunity that will

  SCHOLARSHIP AWARD                                                                              “The SMU Global Impact Scholarship has
                                                                                                  provided me with many opportunities that I
                                                                                                                                                                                                         broaden your horizons and develop you into
                                                                                                                                                                                                         an inspiring and impactful leader of the future.
                                                                                                  am incredibly grateful for. From challenging
  This is a premier flagship scholarship that is dedicated to nurturing a new generation of       classes to the opportunity to embark and                                                               Looking for the freedom to plot your own
  leaders committed to solving complex global and local challenges, thus making an impact                                                                                                                academic journey? Seeking flexibility to
                                                                                                  subsequently lead an OCSP project to
  on society. We develop you to have a global perspective, and imbue you with the capacity                                                                                                               choose your own courses and programmes?
                                                                                                  India, the scholarship has made my time in
  to engage with complex issues so you can make a difference in the world.                                                                                                                               Then the SMU Merit Scholarship Programme
                                                                                                  SMU so exciting! It has not only removed                                                               is your perfect match. It offers all that and
                                                                                                  the financial burden of a university                                                                   imposes no restrictions on what you choose
  Global Impact Scholars will hone their critical thinking abilities through SMU’s acclaimed
                                                                                                  education – paying full tuition, offering an                                                           to study.
  interactive pedagogy and technology-enhanced learning methods.
                                                                                                  annual allowance and providing a generous
  You will also enjoy extensive opportunities for global exposure programmes and benefit
                                                                                                  fund for overseas experiences, but has                                                                 Do a double degree or a single degree, take
  from the exclusive Scholars’ Core Curriculum.                                                   also given me a wonderful platform for                                                                 up an overseas exchange, be involved in
                                                                                                  personal development.”                                                                                 an overseas study mission, or take up an
                                                                                                                                                                                                         overseas community service project - the
                                                                                                                                                 “I think the SMU Merit Scholarship sets
  Scholarship Benefits                                                                           Janessa Ha Li Yuan
                                                                                                                                                  the tone for your entire university journey,
                                                                                                                                                                                                         choice is yours.

                                                                                                 Year 4 Student                                   and pushes you to fulfil your potential.
                                                                                                                                                  It has allowed me to connect with other
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             Tuition Fee Waiver                            Up to $9,000 allowance for            SMU Global Impact Scholar
                                                                                                                                                  ambitious individuals that I can learn
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Scholarship Benefits
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                                                                                                 Lee Kong Chian School of Business
             (after MOE Tuition Grant                      on-campus accommodation at the
                                                                                                 Formerly from St Joseph’s Institution            from, and continues to motivate me to             ed
             Subsidy)                                      SMU Prinsep Street Residences
                                                                                                                                                  achieve even more. The career talks and

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                                                           in the first year of studies                                                                                                                  Tuition Fee Waiver (after MOE Tuition
                                                                                                                                                  personal development workshops with                    Grant Subsidy)
             The SMU Global Impact                                                                                                                industry experts and alumni have not only
             Scholarship Award is                          Participation in development                                                           allowed me to gain insight into various
             bond-free                                     opportunities offered by the                                                           career pathways, but also reflect on more              The SMU Merit Scholarship
                                                           Student Success Centre                                                                 important questions such as my personal                is bond-free
                                                                                                                                                  definition of success and the impact I want
             $5,000 annual living                                                                                                                 to leave on the world.”
             allowance                                     $14,000 Global Learning                                                                                                                       Growth opportunities allowance
                                                           Opportunities Worldwide (GLOW)                                                                                                                of $12,000 to fund part or a combination
                                                           grant to fund part or a combination                                                                                                           of the following:
                                                                                                                                                 Amir Syafiq Bin Abu Saiere

                                                                                                 AND
             $1,800 one-time computer                      of the following:                                                                                                                             • Overseas Student Exchange/Summer
                                                                                                                                                 Final-Year Student
             allowance upon enrolment                      • Overseas Student Exchange/                                                                                                                    Programmes
                                                                                                                                                 SMU Merit Scholar
                                                             Summer Programmes                                                                   Lee Kong Chian School of Business
                                                                                                                                                                                                         • Overseas Community Service Projects
                                                           • Overseas Community Service                                                          Formerly from Temasek Junior College                    • Overseas School Study Missions
             Funding for an optional                         Projects                                                                                                                                    • Overseas Case Competitions and
             concurrent or sequential SMU                  • Overseas School Study Missions                                                                                                                Presentations at Conferences
             Master’s programme up to

                                                                                                 IMPACT
                                                           • Overseas Case Competitions and
             $40,000                                         Presentations at Conferences
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Participation in development
                                                                                                                                                                                                         opportunities offered by the
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Student Success Centre

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DARE TO BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU - BE AN SMU SCHOLAR - Undergraduate
DARE TO MAKE A                                                                                 The Lee Kong Chian Scholars’ Programme
                                                                                                 provides scholars the opportunity
                                                                                                                                                      YIP PIN XIU
                                                                                                                                                      SCHOLARSHIP

  DIFFERENCE
                                                                                                 for global exposure and allows us to
                                                                                                 expand our horizons beyond Singapore                 SMU’s first full sports scholarship,
                                                                                                 via community service, study trips and               the Yip Pin Xiu Scholarship is designed to
                                                                                                 exchanges. Furthermore, the monetary                 honour excellence in sports and the values that
                                                                                                 benefits of the scholarship relieve a huge           SMU alumna, Yip Pin Xiu stands for. Besides
                                                                                                 financial burden off my family and                   Pin Xiu’s impeccable sports achievements,
                                                                                                                                                      she has demonstrated hard work, dedication,
                                                                                                 my shoulders.
                                                                                                                                                      resilience at the highest levels, humility and
                                                                                                                                                      leadership, both in and out of the classroom.

  LEE KONG CHIAN                                                                                 Janessa Teng Hui Xin
                                                                                                 Year 2 Student
                                                                                                                                                      The scholarship also delivers on SMU’s
                                                                                                                                                      promise of a holistic education and hopes to

  SCHOLARS’ PROGRAMME                                                                            Lee Kong Chian Scholar
                                                                                                 Lee Kong Chian School of Business
                                                                                                                                                      attract students with sports excellence at the
                                                                                                                                                      international level.
                                                                                                 Formerly from Temasek Polytechnic
  This is one of our most prestigious scholarships offering students the exciting
  opportunities for a holistic, intellectual and entrepreneurial development.                                                                         Scholarship Benefits
  Scholars have the option of enrolling in a single or double degree programme:                                                                  ed

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  • Primary Degree in Business: 2nd degree or 2nd major must be from a                                                                                Tuition Fee Waiver (after MOE Tuition
    non-business discipline                                                                                                                           Grant Subsidy)
  • Primary Degree in Law, Accountancy, Social Sciences, Economics, Information
    Systems, Computer Science, Computing & Law or Software Engineering:
                                                                                                                                                      The Yip Pin Xiu Scholarship
    2nd degree or 2nd major must be from a business discipline
                                                                                                                                                      is bond-free

  Scholarship Benefits                                                                                                                                Growth opportunities allowance
                                                                                                                                                      of $12,000 to fund part or a combination
   ed                                                                                                                                                 of the following:
             Tuition Fee Waiver                            Participation in development
                                                                                                                                                      • Overseas Student Exchange/Summer
waiv

             (after MOE Tuition Grant                      opportunities offered by the
                                                                                                                                                        Programmes
             Subsidy)                                      Student Success Centre
                                                                                                                                                      • Overseas Community Service Projects
                                                                                                                                                      • Overseas School Study Missions
             The Lee Kong Chian                            $16,000 Global Learning                                                                    • Overseas Case Competitions and
             Scholars’ Programme is                        Opportunities Worldwide (GLOW)                                                               Presentations at Conferences
             bond-free                                     grant to fund part or a combination
                                                           of the following:
                                                                                                                                                      Participation in development
                                                           • Overseas Student Exchange/
             $5,000 annual living                                                                                                                     opportunities offered by the
                                                             Summer Programmes
             allowance                                                                                                                                Student Success Centre
                                                           • Overseas Community Service
                                                             Projects
                                                           • Overseas Case Competitions and
             $1,800 one-time computer                        Presentations at Conferences
             allowance upon enrolment

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SCHOLARSHIPS AT SMU

 Scholarships                                                 Primary Programme                                                           Scholarships                                            Primary Programme
                                                                                                  Nationality                                                                                                                                       Nationality
 (Prospective Students)                                       Enrolled                                                                    (Prospective Students)                                  Enrolled

                                                              • Accountancy                                                               Quantedge Foundation Scholarship                        Any                                               SC
 ARA Asset Management Scholarship                             • Business Management               SC, SPR
                                                              • Economics                                                                 School of Computing and Information
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SC, SPR
                                                                                                                                          Systems (SCIS) Achievements Scholarship
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Any programme from the School of
 ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship                                                                  ASEAN citizens excluding Singaporeans
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Computing and Information Systems
                                                                                                                                          School of Computing and Information
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SC, SPR
 Bangkok Bank Scholarship                                                                         Thai                                    Systems (SCIS) Aspirations Scholarship

 Dato’ Kho Hui Meng Inspire Scholarship                                                           SC                                      Science & Technology
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Information Systems                               SPR, IS
                                                                                                                                          Undergraduate Scholarship
 Dato’ Kho Hui Meng Scholarship                                                                   Any
                                                              Any
                                                                                                                                          Shirin Fozdar Scholarship                               Any                                               IS (Females only)
 Diana Koh International Scholarship                                                              IS
                                                                                                                                          Singapore Academy of Law
 Goh Foundation Scholarship                                                                       SC, SPR                                                                                         Law                                               SC
                                                                                                                                          Undergraduate Scholarship

 Hiew Yoon Khong and Lee Su Chin                                                                  Preference for Malaysians               SMU Global Impact Scholarship Award                                                                       SC
 Scholarship                                                                                      (not SPR), SC
                                                                                                                                          SMU International Scholarship                           Any                                               Sri Lankan, Myanmar
 Ian Ferguson Foundation Scholarship                          Business Management                 SC, SPR
                                                                                                                                          SMU Merit Scholarship Programme                                                                           SC
 Ian R. Taylor Asia Scholarship                                                                   SPR, IS
                                                              Any                                                                         SMU School of Accountancy
 Ian R. Taylor Scholarship                                                                        SC                                                                                              Accountancy                                       SC, SPR
                                                                                                                                          Aspiration Scholarship

 Joe Grimberg Excellence Scholarship                          Law                                 SC, SPR                                 SMU School of Computing and Information                 Any programme from the School of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Any
                                                                                                                                          Systems (SCIS) Scholarship                              Computing and Information Systems
 Kewal Ramani Foundation Scholarship                                                              SC, SPR
                                                              Any                                                                         SMU SOA Financial Scholarship                           Accountancy                                       Any
 Kewalram Chanrai Group
                                                                                                  IS
 Endowed Scholarship                                                                                                                                                                              Any programme from the School of
                                                                                                                                          SMU Steven Miller Scholarship                                                                             Any
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Computing and Information Systems
 L.I.T. Scholarship                                           Computing and Law                   Any
                                                                                                                                          SUTL Scholarship                                                                                          Vietnamese
 Lee Kong Chian Scholars’ Programme                                                               Any
                                                              Any                                                                         Tahir Indonesian Scholarship                                                                              IS
 Li Ka Shing Endowed Scholarship                                                                  China, Hong Kong
                                                                                                                                          Tahir Scholarship                                       Any                                               SC, SPR
                                                              Any programme from the School of
 Ng Kai Wa Scholarship                                                                            Any
                                                              Computing and Information Systems                                           Tanoto Scholarship                                                                                        Indonesian/Chinese Citizens/PR

 Prima Ceylon Scholarship                                     Any                                 Sri Lankan                              Yip Pin Xiu Scholarship                                                                                   SC

                                                                                                                                                     NOTE: This list of scholarships is not exhaustive.
• SC (Singapore Citizen) • SPR (Singapore Permanent Resident) • IS (International Student)                                                           Please refer to https://admissions.smu.edu.sg/scholarships for the most updated information.                                    11
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