
These times have been stressful and
terrible for many, but our hearts were warmed by the many volunteers who turned
out in droves to contribute money, time and effort to help those in a difficult
place.
So this month, we’ve highlighted three scholarships for those with a heart for the community. Read on:
1. PA Scholarship
Scholarship Provider: People’s Association (PA)
Summary: If you are looking for a meaningful
career where you can find an area that you are passionate about, be it youth,
active ageing, sports, arts and culture, social development or community
leadership, the PA scholarship is for you.
As a
PA scholar, you will have a rich experience of community organising and
leadership through involvement in community projects, regular engagement with
grassroots and PA leaders, job placements in various strategic units, and
participation in overseas attachments and programmes. You can look forward to a
fulfilling and challenging career with many opportunities to develop your
potential to the fullest.
Eligibility:
·
Singapore Citizen
· Excellent academic results: 'A' level, polytechnic diploma, undergraduate
results, and/or other equivalent qualifications (e.g. International
Baccalaureate)
·
Leadership qualities displayed through active participation in Co-Curricular
Activities (CCA) and/or community/volunteer service, especially in leadership
positions
·
Love
to work with people
Application period: Opens in December of each year and close
two weeks after the release of 'A' level results
Status: Closed
Learn more and get alerts here
2. SNCF
Co-operative Scholarship
Scholarship Provider: Singapore National Co-operative
Federation (SNCF)
Summary: The SNCF Co-op Scholarship attracts,
develops and nurtures suitable talents to enter the ranks of the co-operative
movement in Singapore. Co-operatives are regulated social enterprises which
operate viable businesses to meet the economic, social and cultural needs of
its members. The successful scholars will thus have to understand and embrace
the principles and mission of co-operatives to contribute to society.
Eligibility:
·
Singapore
citizen or permanent resident
·
Excellent academic results (i.e. GCE 'O' Levels, 'A' Levels, International
Baccalaureate or Polytechnic Diploma)
·
Undergraduate
(with at least 2 more years to course completion) with outstanding academic
results
·
Only
for full-time first degree course at any local university
Status: Closed
Learn more and get alerts here
3. MSF Local Merit Scholarship
Scholarship Provider: Ministry of Social and Family
Development (MSF)
Summary: MSF provides scholarships
to outstanding students who are passionate about making a positive difference
to the lives of others. As a scholar,
you can look forward to an exciting and fulfilling career in the Ministry upon
graduation. You will join us to shape
the development of Singapore’s society, explore an exciting range of
experiences and develop your own talent to its fullest potential.
Eligibility:
· Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents intending to take up citizenship, with
· Excellent results in GCE ‘A’ Levels, Polytechnic Diploma with Merit or equivalent qualification (e.g. International Baccalaureate)
· Good Co-Curricular Activities records
· Strong leadership qualities and potential
· An interest in a career with MSF
Application period: 1 September to 15 March
Status: Closed
Learn more here
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