The National University of Singapore’s current annual tuition fees range from S$15,900 (~US$11,350) to as much as S$50,800 (US$36,250) for programs in medicine and dentistry. Programs not subsidized by the government start at S$29,050 (US$29,050)..

Living costs are another significant expenditure. Expect housing, bills and other necessary expenses to cost you, on average, just under S$10,000 (US$7,150) a year.

Homestay
where you generally live with a family and meals are provided. This option is always furnished with expenses included. Cost is S$900 – S$2000
Room rental
where you take a room at a property where other people already live. You may be living with students, families or others who live nearby and have a spare room. Costs are
Single room: S$800 to S$1800
Shared room: S$600 to S$900
Property rental
where you rent a complete vacant property, furnished or unfurnished. This is ideal if you arrive in Singapore and are willing to move in with friends or other students
Cost is generally ranges from S$2000 to S$5000/- for 2-3 bedroom units

International students wishing to study in Singapore will need a student visa. This will be issued along with your letter of approval (also known as your in-principal approval or IPA) once your application has been accepted by a recognized university. Your application is subject to previous recognized qualifications, evidence of the required paperwork, and proof of sufficient English language skills.

Despite being one of the smallest countries in the world, Singapore is a major force on the economic stage. Singapore is essentially a city-island, well known to be cosmopolitan with a multi-cultural heritage made up of 4 ethnic groups, Chinese, Malays, Indians, Eurasians, all with a strong unified Singaporean identity. Over the years, this multi-cultural environment has been added to by expatriates living and working in Singapore, each bringing their own traditions and culture.

Both domestic and international students are also eligible to apply to the Singaporean Ministry of Education for a tuition grant, after having been offered a place on a course. This covers much of the costs of university tuition fees. In return for this grant, however, international students must sign a bond committing themselves to work for a Singapore-registered company for at least three years after completing their degree, in order to ensure the country benefits from the skills of those it educates. The period of this bond is longer for students of medicine and dentistry (five or six years).