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This resource will provide important and useful information to guide you through the enrolment process.

Admission Offer Package

You may find the following documents enclosed in this Offer Package if it is applicable to you:

  • Admission Offer Letter
  • Admission Form
  • Declaration for Tuition Grant Eligibility (to complete eForm at FormSG, more details will be sent via email in June)

Admission Form
The Admission Form allows you and your parent/guardian to select an option for the payment of your programme fees, and to inform you and your parent/guardian of essential information that you will require as a student of NAFA.

Declaration for Tuition Grant Eligibility (if applicable)
The Tuition Grant Scheme (TGS) was introduced by the Singapore Government to subsidise the high cost of tertiary education in Singapore. The TGS is open to all Singaporean students enrolled for NAFA’s full-time diploma and bachelor’s degree programmes (subject to guidelines under the existing policy).

Singapore Citizens will be automatically awarded a Tuition Grant without the need for application. There is no bond obligation required of Singapore Citizens.

Effective from Academic Year 2025 onwards, Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above will get subsidies to pursue another full-time diploma.

For Singapore Permanent Residents and International Students, in exchange for the grant received under the TGS, you are required to sign a Tuition Grant (TG) agreement in which you will be contractually obliged to work in a Singapore entity for three (3) years upon graduation.

There is no Tuition Grant available for international students pursuing bachelor’s degree programmes.

Liquidated Damages (LD) will be imposed on you and your sureties if you fail to complete the programme of study or fulfil your service obligation. LD is computed based on the total TG received (inclusive of GST subsidy) plus 10% compounded interest per annum.

Please complete either ONE of the eForms:

Option form: https://go.gov.sg/tgoption-nafa (For International/Permanent Residents Students)

Eligibility form: https://go.gov.sg/tgeligibility-nafa (For Singaporeans)

Conditions of Admission
If you had been admitted conditionally, please refer to the following documents for details:

Diploma Programmes

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes

Master’s Degree Programmes

Your offer may be rescinded if you fail to meet the requirements by the stated deadline on your Admission Form.

Terms of Admission
Please read through these Terms of Admission before signing the Admission Form.

You are deemed to have accepted these terms of admission upon your acceptance of our offer for admission.

 

Programme Information

Programme Duration

QualificationFull-timePart-time
Diploma3 yearsNot available
Bachelor's3 years*Not available
Master's (excluding Master of Performance)2 years3 years
Master of Performance1 to 1.5 years2 years

* Bachelor of Music (Honours): 4 years.

Students are to refer to the Student Handbooks on the student portal for the most updated programme structure, modules and graduation requirements.

The Academic Calendar is available on the student portal and NAFA’s website (https://www.nafa.edu.sg/admissions/academic-information).

 

Guidelines for Submission of Digital Photo & Updating Personal Information

Please upload your photograph onto the admission portal promptly and according to the following guidelines so that you will receive your Student Card and/or Tertiary Student Concession Card on time.

  • Photo Guidelines:

    • Coloured photograph taken within the last 3 months
    • Photo must be taken with even brightness
    • Photo background must be white in colour without shadow
    • Photo must be clear, in sharp focus and not pixelated, distorted, flipped
    • Facial features must be fully visible, taken at full frontal view with neatly combed or tied up hair
    • Shoulders must be fully visible
    • Spectacles must have clear and untinted lenses where the eyes are clearly visible
    • To wear non-coloured contact lenses and ensure no red eye

  • Your digital photograph specifications:

    • Colour passport-sized photo; aspect ratio of 0.75
    • Dimension of the photo image must be 420 x 560 pixels
    • JPEG format (.jpg extension)
    • File size should not exceed 150kb

Preparation of digital photo

  • How to prepare a digital image your photograph using a scanner?

    • Scan your passport-sized photo using the scanner
    • Use the existing tools in your scanning software or other image-editing software such as ‘Adobe Photoshop’ or ‘Paint’ to adjust the size of the image to 420 x 560 pixels
    • The file size should not exceed 150kb
    • You should save the image using your full name as in your NRIC/Passport. The file format should be specified to ‘jpg’ extension, e.g. Sharon Ong Min Wei.jpg

  • How to take digital photograph using camera?

    • Select a plain white wall as a background
    • Position yourself such that there are no distracting shadows on the face or background
    • Position the camera at your eye level
    • Use natural lighting and avoid using flash from the camera
    • Once photo is taken, you will need to download the image from the digital camera/ phone camera to a computer
    • Use image-editing software such as ‘Adobe Photoshop’ or ‘Paint’ to remove the background and adjust the size of the image to 420 x 560 pixels
    • The file size should not exceed 150kb
    • You should save the image using your full name as in your NRIC/Passport. (E.g. Sharon Ong Min Wei.jpg)
    • The file format should be specified to ‘jpg’ extension
Specimen

 

Payment Instructions

Please ensure that fee payment is made only after you have signed and submitted the required documents.

  1. ePayNow (Preferred option)

    Student Payment Portal: https://payment.nafa.edu.sg/students

    • Log in using your application number (e.g. IA-0000000111) and the OTP (One-Time Password) sent to your registered mobile number
    • Select ePayNow
    • Select invoice & system will generate QR code
    • Use your banking app to scan or upload QR code*

    • * An online receipt will be generated after each successful payment.

      Note: If you encounter an error due to connection time-out with the bank, please try again the next day. The error will usually resolve itself.

  2. Other Payment Methods

    1. Telegraphic Transfer:
      Name: Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
      Bank: DBS Bank Ltd
      A/c No: 011-7001288
      Swift Code: DBSSSGSGXXX
      Address: 12 Marina Boulevard, Level 44, DBS Asia Central Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982

      When transferring funds through telegraphic transfer, please instruct the bank to include the following details in the remittance advice:

      • Student's Name
      • Admission Number / Application Number (e.g. IA-0000000111)
      • Programme of Study
      • Contact Details
      • Passport Number / IC Number

      Please send an e-mail to [email protected] with the remittance details after you have completed the transaction.

    2. Internet Bill Payment:
      DBS/POSB account holders may make the payment via the DBS iBanking platform.

      • Under Pay Bills and select ‘NAFA-Student Bill’ as Billing Organisation
      • Please quote the Student’s NRIC number (e.g. S1234567A) or FIN Number (e.g. G1234567A) under Bill Reference
      • Enter the amount to be paid

    3. Credit Card - Visa/Master:
      Student Payment Portal: https://payment.nafa.edu.sg/students

      • Log in using your application number (e.g. IA-0000000111) and the OTP (One-Time Password) sent to your registered mobile number
      • Select Credit Card
      • Select invoice & execute card payment

    4. Cheque/Cashier’s order:
      Cashier’s order should be crossed and made payable to ‘Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts’. The student’s name, NRIC/Passport number and contact number must be clearly indicated on the reverse side of the cheque or cashier’s order.

    5. 0% interest UOB Visa/Master Credit Card Instalment:
      Please make an appointment with the Finance Office via [email protected] if you wish to utilise to 0% interest rate 6 monthly UOB credit card instalment schemes

Important Notes:
  • Your offer will expire if payment is not received by the expiry date.
  • Our offer may be reinstated provided a satisfactory explanation is presented and all outstanding fees including the penalty are paid in full. The Academy reserves the right to deny reinstatement of an offer after its expiry.
  • Even if a sponsor has undertaken to pay the fees, the student remains ultimately responsible to the Academy for any outstanding amounts.

Payment via Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) Not applicable to NFP and Master's Programmes

Payment by PSEA is only applicable to Singaporean students.

PSEA funds can only be used for payment of Programme Fee for MOE-funded full-time diploma and bachelor’s degree programmes, Graduation Show Fee and Study Trips. It cannot be used to pay for the Administrative Fee and Health Services Fee.

The Standing Order (SO) for use of Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) is a one-time application, and the SO instructions will apply to all future withdrawals from PSEA until the SO is terminated or replaced, regardless of which approved institution you attend. To check if you are eligible for PSEA, visit: https://www.moe.gov.sg/financial-matters/psea/overview

Students can do an online application for PSEA standing order at https://studentfinance.moe.gov.sg/ by the expiry date stated on the offer letter or by 15 June, whichever is earlier.

Please refer to the attached document for the step-by step guide for PSEA.

IMPORTANT:
For usage of sibling’s PSEA, please ensure that the email address of the parent/sibling is correct for him/her to receive the authorisation request. Parent/Sibling has up to 7 calendar days to authorise request for the use of siblings’ PSEA. If any of the required authorisation is not given within 7 calendar days upon submitting the application, the entire application will automatically be rejected and student will be required to submit a fresh application.

Application for Central Provident Fund (CPF) Education Loan Scheme (Optional) Not applicable to NFP and Master's Programmes

The Central Provident Fund Education Loan Scheme (CPFES) is for the payment of Programme Fee for MOE-funded full-time Diploma and bachelor’s degree programmes. It cannot be used to pay for the Administrative Fee and Health Services Fee. You can use your own, your spouse’s or your parents’ CPF savings to pay for your Programme Fee. The CPF Board will consider the use of sibling’s or relative’s CPF savings only on a case-by-case basis.

The application typically commences in end-May each year.

Prerequisites

  • SingPass for both the student and the CPF member1
  • Email accounts for both the student and the CPF member

Application (by Student)

Step 1: Student is to log in to the CPF web portal (www.cpf.gov.sg) with his/her SingPass
Step 2: Select Tools and services
Step 3: Select Forms and e-applications > View forms
Step 4: Select Other Schemes > Education loan scheme
Step 5: Select Apply for CPF education loan > Apply online
Step 6: Select NANYANG ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS – Year 202X/202Y, Semester 001
Step 7: Under whose CPF savings do you want to use to finance the tuition fees, either select

  • Myself or
  • Other lender
Step 8: Select 100% for Percentage of outstanding tuition fees to be paid by CPF
Step 9: Submit the application

Endorsement (by CPF member)
  • An email with a link will be sent to the CPF member's email address on the following day2
  • The CPF member3 is to log in via the link provided in the email address (with his/her SingPass) within 14 days of the date of application to agree the use of his/her CPF savings. Otherwise the student’s application will be rejected

Confirmation (by Student)

Step 1: Student is to log in to the CPF web portal (www.cpf.gov.sg)
Step 2: Select My CPF
Step 3: Select My Activities
Step 4: Do a print screen of the completed transaction with:

  • Student Name
  • CPF Account Number
  • Status: In-Progress
Step 5: Submit the print screen to the Student Admissions Office at [email protected]

EnrolmentGuideCpf

For further enquiries on the CPF Education Loan Scheme, please contact the CPF Call Centre at 1800-227-1188 or email: [email protected]

Note: Full-Fee paying students who exceed their normal candidature will not be eligible for CPFES. Appeals for CPFES application beyond normal candidature will not be considered.

1CPF member refers to the person paying for the student’s programme fees
2If the application is not in order, the student will be informed of the reason(s) for his/her unsuccessful application
3This is not applicable if the student is applying to use his/her own CPF

 

Higher Education Student Loan (HESL) Scheme (Optional) Not applicable to NFP and Master's Programmes

From 29 July 2026, the new Higher Education Student Loan (HESL) scheme will be implemented to provide loans to students who need help to finance their tertiary studies when they pursue approved MOE-subsidised diploma and undergraduate programmes.

The HESL will provide loans to cover the tuition fees payable and an annual living allowance loan. Undergraduate students who need help to finance the cost of participating in overseas student programmes approved by the Academy can also apply for the HESL.

Note: New students who wish to apply for the HESL scheme are required to contact the Student Admissions Office after the payment of the administrative and health services fees to obtain their matriculation number before submitting their HESL application.

Students are advised to ensure that the correct matriculation number is provided during the loan application process, as the matriculation number cannot be amended after submission and will be used throughout the entire duration of the loan scheme.

View more about this scheme

Guidelines for Student’s Pass and Purchase of Travel Insurance for International Students

Student Admissions Office will send each international student, who has not appointed an authorised overseas counsellor, a SOLAR+ application number from May each year to the email address provided at the point of application.

NAFA does not apply for Student’s Pass on behalf of international students.

  1. Initial Submission

    Step 1: Upon receipt of the SOLAR+ application number, go to: https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/ipsolarplus/web/index and select [Private Education Institutions (PEI)].
    Step 2: Under the Student Login page, enter the SOLAR+ Application No, Student Name, Nationality, Date of Birth and Sex to log in.
    Step 3: Under the Student Main Menu page, select [Submit eForms]. Input all student particulars required and submit eForms 16 and V36.
    Step 4: On the Document Listing Details page,

    • Click [Download Form] to enable [Next] button
    • Sign the downloaded eForms declaration
    • Click [Next]
    Step 5: On the Document Repository Module page,

    • Click [Upload Document] to select and upload respective documents. Follow the on-screen instructions closely. Click [Proceed]
    Step 6: On the Confirmation page, review the signed e-Form declaration and click [Submit].
    Step 7: A confirmation pop-up will appear. Click [Submit] to confirm eForms submission. Amendment to eForm is not allowed after submission.
    Step 8: On the Summary page, click [Make Payment] to make payment of processing fee.
    Step 9: An Acknowledgement page will appear indicating:

    Your transaction for the following application(s) has been successfully submitted on…

    ICA will process the application and inform of the outcome via email notification.
    Step 10: Please print a paper copy of all the eForms and computer-generated receipts for your own reference.


  2. Submit clarification questions/documents

    Step 1: After entering SOLAR+ details to log-in, select [View Application Status].
    Step 2: Under ‘View Application Status’ page,

    • Click [Submit Clarification]
    • Clarification must be submitted by the deadline on-screen
    Step 3: On the ‘Clarification Questions & Answers’ page,

    • Answer all the questions
    • Click [Next] to proceed, click [Back] to amend the answer
    Step 4: On the ‘Upload Documents’ page

    • Click [Download Form] to enable [Next]
    • Sign the ‘Clarification Question(s)’ declaration form
    • Click [Upload Document] to select and upload requested documents
    • Click [Proceed]


  3. Completion of formalities

    Step 1: After entering SOLAR+ details to log-in, select [View Application Status].
    Step 2: Under ‘View Application Status’ page,

    • Click [Make Payment] to make payment of issuance fee
    • Click [Make Appointment] to book appointment with ICA
    • Click [Print Outcome Letter] to print IPA letter
    Step 3: Click [Save as PDF] and email the saved IPA letter to the Student Admissions Office. Follow the instructions on the letter closely to do your medical check-up (if indicated) and prepare the required documents.
    Step 4: Attend the ICA Offsite Enrolment Exercise / Make e-appointment with ICA (Step 2) to complete your formalities and obtain your digital Student’s Pass.
    Step 5: Submit a copy of your digital Student’s Pass to the Student Admissions Office.


 

Purchase of Travel Insurance for International Students

All full-time NAFA students are covered under a group medical insurance scheme that includes Personal Accident coverage (GPA) and Hospital & Surgical coverage (GHS).

The GPA serves as a protection against accidental death or permanent disablement, and medical expenses incurred due to accidental injury that happened in Singapore. The GHS plan covers hospitalisation in Singapore government hospitals and restructured hospitals.

Please note that the NAFA’s medical insurance scheme will cover students who have received the ICA Student’s Pass, with effect from the programme commencement date. All incoming international students are required to purchase travel insurance to cover the period of your arrival in Singapore until the programme commencement. This is to alleviate any financial difficulty and expedite treatment should you require medical attention during the above-mentioned period.

Special Educational Needs

At NAFA, we are committed to providing full and equal educational opportunities for all students. The academy firmly believes that every individual deserves a supportive learning environment. Applicants are invited to inform us in advance of any specific needs, and/or type of physical facilities or support you might require. Please include this information in your application form, supplemented with the relevant medical reports.

Students who declared special educational needs during application and received a programme offer will be invited to attend a learning needs assessment meeting with a School Representative and Office of Student Services to allow us to plan the appropriate learning support for you.

School Counsellor
Upon request, the academy can arrange for students to meet with a School Counsellor on campus or online. All referrals and appointments made will be kept strictly confidential.

Tertiary Student Concession Card (Optional)

NAFA full-time diploma and bachelor’s degree students may apply for a Tertiary Student Concession Card which allows the cardholder to purchase Bus / Train / Hybrid Monthly Concession Passes.

The Tertiary Student Concession Card can only be used from the programme commencement date onwards.

Please upload your passport-sized photograph so that you will receive your card on time. Refer to Section 3 for details.

How to Apply
The application details will be included in your Orientation Package, which will be sent to you by email about two weeks before the programme commencement.

Further Enquiries

Office of Student Services
Tel: +65 6512 6132/+65 6512 6140
(9am - 5pm on weekdays excluding PH)
Email: [email protected]

SimplyGo (Tertiary Student Concession Card)
Hotline: 1800-2255663
(8am - 6pm daily excluding PH)
Website: https://www.simplygo.com.sg

Scholarships and Financial Awards Scheme

Financial Aid Consultation

This initiative is designed to provide you with personalized support and resources to help you navigate your financial journey while pursuing your artistic dreams at NAFA.

The consultation will cover:

  • One-on-one financial consultation sessions
  • Sharing of available in-house & external financial schemes
  • Tips on applying for financial assistance schemes
  • Application of government schemes (For Singaporeans/SPR)

Please book an appointment here: Bookings with me - - Outlook or contact Office of Student Services – Financial Aids & Awards at [email protected].

NAFA In-House Scholarships & Financial Schemes

Please refer to Financial Schemes timeline for an overview of the below schemes.

Scheme Description Criteria Quanta of Award How to Apply
Scholarships, Merit Awards & Bursaries Scholarships & Merit Awards
Diploma & Degree students with excellent portfolio submission/ entrance test/ audition results, as well as excellent track record of achievements in related arts and creative industries may apply for Scholarships & Merit Awards.

Bursaries
Diploma & Degree students who require financial assistance (based on household income)
Donors may specify other requirements such as

  • Nationality
  • Discipline and year of study
  • Household income
Scholarships:
  • Diploma: $6,000 - Full Waiver
  • Bachelor’s: $10,000 - $15,000
  • Master’s: $15,000

Merit Awards:
  • Diploma: $3,500 - $4,000
  • Bachelor’s: $5,000
  • Master’s: $6,000

Bursaries:
  • Diploma: $1,800 - $3,000
  • Bachelor’s: $3,600 - $5,000
  • Master’s: $5,000
Please visit https://nafa.edu.sg/scholarships for more information.
Graduate Assistantship Award Full-time master’s degree students may apply for the Graduate Assistantship Scheme. Recipients are required to fulfil 8 hours of service per week with their respective Schools during the year of award.

The award will be considered for renewal for the second year upon meeting the minimum academic performance stipulated by the respective Schools and fulfilling the conditions of the service obligations.
  • Full-time master’s degree students
  • Graduated with minimum Upper 2nd Classification from a relevant undergraduate degree programme
  • Good audition results
  • Excellent track record in related achievements/participation, e.g. won prizes in international and/or local competitions.
  • 50% of nett programme fees payable (to offset fees directly); and
  • Allowance of $3,000 disbursed as a form of stipend over a period of 10 months $300 per month.
Please visit www.nafa.edu.sg/scholarships for more information.
Student Notebook Subsidy Scheme Financial subsidy for students from the lower income household to purchase a personal notebook for their studies at NAFA.
  • Diploma and Bachelor’s students (1st Year & 2nd Year students)
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Financially needy students, with household per-capita income (PCI) not exceeding S$1,375 per month or Gross Household Income (GHI) not exceeding S$5,500 per month
Tier 1 (PCI≤ S$1,000 or GHI ≤ S$4,000): One time subsidy of $1,000

Tier 2 (PCI S$1,100 - S$1,375 or GHI S$4,001 - S$5,500): One-time subsidy of $500
Application details will be emailed to students before the commencement of the academic semester.

Information and application form can also be found on https://www.nafa.edu.sg/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid-schemes/financial-aid-schemes/student-notebook-subsidy-scheme
Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple Student Relief Fund Financial assistance scheme aims to help full-time diploma and degree students whose families are in sudden financial crisis (e.g. the breadwinner falls critically ill or is retrenched).
  • Sudden financial crisis
  • Satisfactory class attendance
  • No record of academic/ disciplinary offence record
Up to $3,000 per Academic Year Students are to submit the application form to Office of Student Services and make an appointment for a needs-assessment interview
Student Assistantship Scheme Students who wish to work on-campus and get paid according to work hours.

The nature of work may include event assistance, administrative support or any other duties as assigned.
Hiring departments may specify certain competencies such as design knowledge, related work experience etc. $9.00 per hour, up to $3,000 per year Job postings will be placed on the StudentNet@Canvas in August each year.

Note:
Gross Household Income (GHI) refers to the total gross monthly income of all family members (i.e persons related by blood, marriage or legal relations) staying in the same residential address as the student

Per-capita income (PCI) refers to gross household income (GHI) divided by number of all family members (i.e persons related by blood, marriage or legal relations) staying in the same residential address as the student

For more details, contact Office of Student Services (Financial Aids & Award Schemes) at [email protected]

Government Financial Schemes (Singapore Citizens and/or Singapore Permanent Residents)

Scheme Purpose Nationality & Tuition Grant Eligibility Programme of Study Other criteria Quanta of Award
CPF Education Loan Scheme Loan scheme for payment of tuition fees
  • Singapore Citizens & Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Eligible for MOE Tuition Grant
Diploma and Bachelor’s programmes N.A. Subject to applicant’s withdrawal limit for the CPF Education Loan Scheme.

Refer to https://www.cpf.gov.sg/service/sub-categories?category=P_M_OS for details.
Tertiary Tuition Fee Subsidy for Malays (TTFS) Tuition fee subsidy
  • Singapore Citizens & ^Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Eligible for MOE Tuition Grant

^ at least one parent must be Singapore citizen
Diploma and Bachelor’s programmes TTFS is applicable for races of Malay or Indonesian extract descent.

Students with double-barrelled race, having one of the recognised races as first component, are also eligible (eg Malay-Arab).
  • PCI $1,700 & below: 100% programme fees subsidy
  • PCI $1,701 - $2,000: 75% programme fees subsidy
  • PCI $2,001 - $2,200: 50% programme fees subsidy

Refer to Tertiary Tuition Fee Subsidy (TTFS) - Yayasan MENDAKI for online application and details.

Applications typically open in May-June each year.

*Processing time takes up to 8 weeks, please plan ahead & apply in advance
Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) Scheme Payment of tuition fees and study-related charges Singapore Citizens Diploma and Bachelor’s programmes N.A. Subject to applicant’s balance in the PSE Account.

You can check your account balance and set up at studentfinance.moe.gov.sg.
SkillsFuture Credit For payment of tuition fees Singapore Citizens Diploma and Degree programmes Aged 25 & above Refer to the link for details: https://www.nafa.edu.sg/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid-schemes/government-financial-and-bursary-schemes/skillsfuture-credit

For more information on how to apply for SkillsFuture Credit, please visit: https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/header/faqs/skillsfuture-credit.html

Please send the SkillsFuture Credit application screenshot or forward the approval email to [email protected].
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy Subsidised payment of tuition fees
  • Singapore Citizens
  • Eligible for MOE Tuition Grant

Diploma and Degree programmes Aged 40 & above Refer to the links for details: https://www.nafa.edu.sg/admissions/fees/diploma/programme-fees

https://www.nafa.edu.sg/admissions/fees/degree/programme-fees

https://www.nafa.edu.sg/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid-schemes/government-financial-and-bursary-schemes/skillsfuture-level-up-programme

https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/enhancedsubsidy
Higher Education Student Loan (HESL) Scheme Loan scheme for payment of tuition fees
  • Singapore Citizens & Singapore Permanent Residents 
  • Eligible for MOE Tuition Grant

Diploma and Bachelor’s programmes N.A. Refer to the links for details: https://www.nafa.edu.sg/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid-schemes/government-financial-and-bursary-schemes/higher-education-student-loan-schemes

Note: New students who wish to apply for the HESL scheme are required to contact the Student Admissions Office after the payment of the administrative and health services fees to obtain their matriculation number before submitting their HESL application.

Students are advised to ensure that the correct matriculation number is provided during the loan application process, as the matriculation number cannot be amended after submission and will be used throughout the entire duration of the loan scheme.

Note:
Gross Household Income (GHI) refers to the total gross monthly income of all family members (i.e persons related by blood, marriage or legal relations) staying in the same residential address as the student

Per-capita income (PCI) refers to gross household income (GHI) divided by number of all family members (i.e persons related by blood, marriage or legal relations) staying in the same residential address as the student

Government Bursaries (Singapore Citizens)

Scheme Purpose Nationality & Tuition Grant Eligibility Programme of Study Household Income Quanta of Award (per Academic Year)
Higher Education Community Bursary Payment of tuition fees or study-related expenses
  • Singapore Citizens & Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Eligible for MOE Tuition Grant*
Diploma and Bachelor’s programmes PCI of $1,000 and below or GHI $4,000 and below
  • Diploma: $3,050
  • Degree: $6,300
PCI $1,001 - $1,375 or ^GHI $4,001 to $5,500
  • Diploma: $2,700
  • Degree: $5,100
Higher Education Bursary Payment of tuition fees or study-related expenses
  • Singapore Citizens & Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Eligible for MOE Tuition Grant*
Diploma and Bachelor’s programmes PCI $1,376 - $2,250 or GHI $5,501 – $9,000
  • Diploma: $2,050
  • Degree: $3,250
PCI $2,251 - $3,000 or GHI $9,001 to $12,000
  • Diploma: $950
  • Degree: $1,350
  • Gross Household Income (GHI) refers to the total gross monthly income of all family members (i.e persons related by blood, marriage or legal relations) staying in the same residential address as the student
  • Per-capita income (PCI) refers to gross household income (GHI) divided by number of all family members (i.e persons related by blood, marriage or legal relations) staying in the same residential address as the student

*Students who have utilised his/her government subsidy in a previous course of the same level, but is still pursuing the first qualification of that level and does not have any such higher qualification may appeal.

Note: Sponsored students from the Diploma in Art Teaching and Diploma in Music Teaching are not eligible to apply.

Definition of “Household Income”: Starting from AY26/27, all income information required to assess bursary applications will be automatically retrieved from the Government’s Household Means Eligibility System (HOMES).

Houshold income includes all employment and trade income, including bonuses and allowances (e.g for overtime, transport, laundry) and employee’s CPF contribution, and other administrative incomes (OAI) which are taxable and reflected in the IRAS Notice of Assessment (NOA), such as rental income, dividends, taxable investment income.The household income will be based on latest available information derived from various government srouces such as CPF Board and/or IRAS or MOM over a period of 12 months.

The application exercise will be opened twice per Academic Year, in August (Semester 1) and January (Semester 2). Application details will be published on the Studentnet portal on the first day of each Semsester.

Eligible students are entitled to receive only one Government Bursary per Academic Year. As bursary awards are assessed on an annual basis, students are required to reapply each Academic Year.

For more information, please refer to http://www.nafa.edu.sg/govtfinancialschemes.

External Scholarships & Financial Award Schemes

Awards and financial schemes offered by external organisations are available throughout different periods of the year. Students may apply with these organisations directly.

For more details, please refer to http:///www.nafa.edu.sg/extfinancialschemes

 

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  • Admission Matters
  • Offer Package
  • Deferment of National Service (NS)
  • Module Exemptions
  • Student’s Pass (STP)
NAFA Campus 1, Level 2
+65 6512 4071
[email protected]
Office of Student Services

  • NAFA Student Card
  • Student Concession Card
  • Student Timetable & Attendance
  • Freshmen Welcome Orientation Week
  • Special Education Needs
  • Scholarships, Merit Awards, Bursaries
  • Government and external financial schemes
NAFA Campus 1, Level 2
+65 6512 6132
+65 6512 6140
[email protected]
Finance Office

  • Payment
  • Use of Central Provident Fund (CPF) Education Loan Scheme
  • Use of Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
  • UOB 6-months 0% Instalment Payment Plan
+65 6512 6091
[email protected]
Centre for Lifelong Education

  • Part-time Certificate Programmes
NAFA Campus 1, Level 2
+65 6512 1388
[email protected]