URA offers local and overseas scholarships. Our scholarship application window commences every December for mid-term applications, and every January for pre-university applications.

URA Overseas / Local Scholarship

For Pre-University applicants prior to
embarking on their undergraduate degrees.

Apply for the URA Full-Term Scholarship

URA Overseas / Local Scholarship (Mid-Term)

For University undergraduate applicants up
until their penultimate year of studies.

Apply for the URA Mid-Term Scholarship

Shape Singapore's urban landscape while building an extraordinary career. Elevate your future with URA's comprehensive scholarship package: ​

  • Full tuition coverage at global well-accredited universities.​
  • Funded exchange programmes / study trips​. ​
  • Maintenance and pre-studies allowances​​.
  • Work attachment at URA​.
  • Airfare for overseas scholarship recipients​.
  • 4-year (local) or 6-year (overseas) bond.​

Mid-term scholarship recipients receive full sponsorship from award date, including back payment.

Don't just dream about the future – help us build it! If you’re someone passionate about making Singapore a great city to live, work and play, apply for the URA scholarship today and turn your ideas into reality! ​

We evaluate candidates based on a holistic set of criteria, including:

  • Academic Performance: Results from GCE O-Level / GCE A-Level / International Baccalaureate / NUS High Diploma / Polytechnic / University.
  • Leadership Potential: Demonstrated impact in school or community.
  • Well-Rounded Character: Balanced academics and co-curricular activities​​.
  • Passion for City-Shaping: Your vision for Singapore's future cityscape.​
  • Citizenship: Open to Singapore Citizens committed to shaping our nation's future.​

We offer varied career paths for individuals from multiple disciplines. Your field of study can contribute to shaping Singapore's future. Explore the diverse roles and disciplines that contribute to URA's mission:

Disciplines

Our multi-disciplinary approach ensures every perspective contributes to creating a vibrant, sustainable and liveable Singapore.

Ready to find your role in crafting Singapore's urban future? Apply for the URA scholarship and embark on an exciting journey in city-shaping!

At URA, we are committed to nurturing future urban visionaries.

application-process

Our scholarship application windows are designed to accommodate students at different stages of their academic journey: ​

  • Pre-university applicants: January to March annually.
  • Mid-term applicants: December to February annually​.

Applications usually close on the third Sunday after the release of A-Level results. Applicants can expect to hear our offers by 30 April.

Whether you are just beginning your university adventure or are already on your way, you have the opportunity to join us in shaping Singapore's future. ​


Ready to find your role in crafting Singapore's urban future?
Apply for the URA scholarship and embark on an exciting journey in city-shaping!