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The National University of Singapore MS admissions are available in two intakes (January and August). International students must check the deadline for their desired program on the official portal, as it varies. The National University of Singapore MS application deadline for most of the programs is given below:

  • Aug Intake: Feb 2026 (tentative)
  • Jan Intake: Closed

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Q:   How hard is it to get into NUS for a Master's?
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With a 23% acceptance rate, the National University of Singapore is quite difficult to get into compared to many Singapore-based universities. The low percentage shows that the university follows a lenient approach during admission while choosing candidates for the program. You must meet the basic eligibility requirements and submit the required documents as requested by the university such as transcripts, LOR, CV, English requirements, and more. 

Q:   What are the requirements for NUS Singapore MS in CS?
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International students must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria by holding a proof of bachelor's degree from a recognised university or equivalent, and submit all the mandatory documents to take the National University of Singapore MS admissions. The admission requirements at the National University of Singapore for international MS applicants are given below:

  • Academic transcripts and degree certificate
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of purpose or research proposals
  • Letter of recommendations
  • English language requirements
  • GRE/GMAT (optional)

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National University of Singapore MS Cost of Living

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Fee componentsAmount (for 12 months - 2 years)
INR 24.66 L - 41.51 L
INR 5.61 L - 6.64 L
INR 1.02 L - 1.22 L
INR 34.48 K - 5.23 L
INR 31.63 L - 54.61 L
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Q:   How much is MS in NUS Singapore?
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National University of Singapore MS tuition costs range between INR 25 L and INR 42 L for international applicants. The university offers various specializations for Indians including Data Science and Machine Learning, Computing, Urban Design, Science, Biotechnology, and more. They must also make a budget for additional expenses, including housing, food, transportation, insurance, and miscellaneous. Students can check the table below for National University of Singapore tuition for popular programs:

Popular Programs

Tuition Cost

Energy System

INR 25L

Data Science and Machine Learning

INR 38L

Computing

INR 42L

Urban Design

INR 33L

Biotechnology

INR 29L

Artificial Intelligence

INR 39L

Civil Engineering

INR 36L

Computer Engineering

INR 40L

The cost of living for individuals pursuing an MS at the National University of Singapore is as follows:

Living Costs

Average Expense per Academic Year

Accommodation

On-campus: SGD 5,400 (INR 3.7L)
Off-campus: Market rate

Meals

SGD 2,600 (INR 1.7L)

Personal Expenses

SGD 2,200 (INR 1.5L)

Transportation within Singapore

SGD 800 (INR 54K)

Average Cost of Books/Supplies

SGD 400 (INR 27K)

Total Estimated Costs excluding Accommodation

SGD 6,000 (INR 4.12L)

Total Estimated Costs including Accommodation

SGD 11,400 (INR 7.8L)

(SGD 1=INR 68.68)

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National University of Singapore Rankings 2025

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Q:   Is the National University of Singapore good for Indian students?
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YNational University of Singapore is a good option for Indian and international applicants. The university ranks 20th in 2025 among global universities by US News Rankings, 8th in 2025 by QS World rankings, and 17th in 2025 by Times Higher Education rankings. Along with the rankings, international students can avail themselves of excellent academic programs and scholarships. Students can check the NUS rankings below:

Category

Ranking position

Shiksha Popularity Ranking

#1 (country level)

The Ranking 2025

#17

QS World Uni Rankings 2025

#8

US News Rankings

#20

ARWU Rankings

#68

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Academically oriented
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Friendly
  • Easy going
Student Views
  • 75% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.8
Part time work4
Post study jobs4
Quality of faculty5
Student Life4.8
Value for money4.3
Public transportation5
Safety5
Indian Food3.8
Permanent Immigration3.5
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MSc in Precision Health and Medicine - Batch of 2027
4.5
Life in Singapore as a Masters student in NUS.
Tips: The culture is very friendly. As for me, I came from India, and I've lived in the US for many years so I did not face any difficulty adjusting here. No cultural shift unless you are not from an Asian background. I did not avail any scholarships, as the options were limited for US citizens.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation is very affordable and available everywhere. It is easy to access. The campus is on the outskirts of the city, but there are a lot of ways to get there. It can take a well-connected MRT (subway), and many buses go there. Hailing a cab is also an option.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Student visa does not extend further than 1 year post-study. Up to us to find a job. The chances I would have of permanent settlement are probably 60%, considering I find a job that pays enough to live comfortably. Job opportunities for foreigners are slightly less. If I had the chance, I would 100% permanently immigrate to this country.
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MSc (Biomedical Engineering) - Batch of 2026
4.4
A great way to build your future.
Tips: I didn't have much of a cultural shift because I was brought up here before but I think the other students, the English slang that Singapore uses, might be slightly overwhelming. Scholarship wasn't available for my intake, but for the upcoming intake, I heard that there are some scholarships.
Likes (Quality of faculty): NUS faculty are very experienced and well-known in the research field. They have amazing knowledge and the way they bring it forward to the students is inspiring. They are very approachable and they introduce us to many conferences and competitions to build our own interests and discover ourselves.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Post study jobs are pretty difficult to find, being an international student as the salary is pretty high for a sponsored visa, which is way above the fresher salary in general in Singapore. There are 3 different types of passes, the unskilled worker pass is the least, followed by the skilled worker pass, and then the professional employment pass. Usually, Master's students are allowed only for the EP.
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MSc (Building Performance and Sustainability) - Batch of 2023
3.9
Challenging yet enjoyable.
Tips: Be prepared for classes to be in the evening. Keep in mind, you are allowed to take 2 electives in the whole year. So what I did was take one elective in the first sem and another in the second sem. You can choose a course from ISD, Project Management or M.Arch as your electives, but when you register for your courses, make sure the electives you choose don't clash in timing and day with your BPS courses. Some of my classmates did that and ended up having to switch electives 2 weeks into the semester. No big cultural shift except that people adhere to and expect adherence to rules. So if the escalator says "Stand on left, walk on right", then please respect that and either stand on the left side or walk on the right. Similarly, all other rules should also be followed, like no eating in the metro and only flag down public buses when you want to board them, etc. For Masters, there are little to no scholarships available in NUS. Of course, it does differ department to department, but in Architecture & Engineering, it's almost non existent for foreigners. Singapore can be expensive but as students, you end up figuring out where the good deals are and how to have fun even on a budget. I'd advise checking the NUS part time jobs page when you join, it has many openings for part time jobs where you can earn some money on the side. I did part-time shifts at the Central Library in NUS, could easily earn 10 to 12 SGD an hour. If you find part-time jobs off campus, then that's also handy, just try to keep it on a schedule you can manage with your classes and assignments.
Likes (Safety): Singapore in itself is a very safe city. I was out on a walk at 4 am and didn't have to think twice about using earphones and walking. As a woman, it is a very safe city. The police take patrols at night, not like a military facility type of way, just normally. And people in general have a basic civic sense of respecting private space.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Singapore has Singaporean Indians, which makes the food a mix of South Indian and Singaporean food. Some food is similar and easy to eat, like sambar and dosa, and some I wasn't able to eat due to the difference in taste, like a few types of daal. Vegetarian people have even less options in indian food because if you're nitpicky, you'll end up going back to basic food like price and sambar. I would suggest trying Mala hotpot, you get to pick out the quantity and type of ingredients you want, so vegetarians can just pick out veggies, and you get to have that cooked in a sauce of your spicy level choosing with either noodles or price. Lots of people enjoyed that. Keep in mind that NUS has one food court for each different studying school, like Medicine, Architecture & Engineering, etc. So each food court has at least one Indian food stall that has the food I'm talking about. The other stalls all have different food like western food options, chicken & rice (Singapore style), Chinese food, etc. Those are really good to eat if you like exploring other options.
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Master in Computing (Computer Science Specialisation) - Batch of 2024
4.4
Intellectually challenging place.
Tips: Students should be ready to study a lot. They should be mentally ready to take difficult subjects and work on a lot of assignments and projects in all subjects simultaneously. The most important thing is the heavy competition you will be facing from your peers. Don't be afraid of it, but don't take it easy as well. I didn't avail of any scholarships. I am very satisfied with this university.
Likes (Student Life): I spend most of my time studying at college. I enjoy studying, working on projects and coding. I am also part of many clubs and thus I am happy with my current student life. Almost all events like sports, music, traditional events and many more are organised in the college. I participate in events that I like. There are technical and non-technical clubs, both on the campus.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I find more restaurants serving Chinese cuisine in my area (Clementi). However, if you travel to places like Little India, you will definitely find more Indian food stalls there, but as you move away from Little India, the count of stalls reduces. In my college, I find hardly 2-3 Indian food stalls.
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Q:   How to get into NUS for a Masters in Computer Science?
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 Students must satisfy the following prerequisites to graduate from the NUS MComp CS curriculum.

Qualification

Entry Criteria

GPA

Min. 3

Graduation

  • A good honors degree in computing

  •  A good honors degree in a related discipline with 2 years IT industry experience; or

  •  A good bachelor's or honors degree in business-related discipline with 2 years IT industry experience.

TOEFL

Marks - 90/120

GMAT

Marks - 650/800

IELTS

Marks - 6/9

GRE

Marks - 320/340

  • Minimum GRE score of 320 (verbal & quantitative) and 3.5 (analytical) is required 

Q:   Is Computer Science in NUS worth it?
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NUS provides students with sophisticated and in-depth IT knowledge to prepare them for the difficulties of an IT job. Students must successfully complete ten courses totaling 40 modular credits, at least five of which must be chosen from their area of specialization.

Q:   What is the acceptance rate for CS Masters at NUS?
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As per unofficial sources, MS in CS program offered by NUS is highly competitive with approx. 10-15% acceptance rate. You must have a minimum GRE score of 320 (verbal and quantitative) and 3.5 (analytical), or a GMAT score of 650 and above.

Q:   Is MS in Data Science and Machine Learning program offered by NUS available in part-time mode?
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Yes, the program is available in both full time and part time formats. Students admitted to the DSML program are required to read and pass five core courses and five elective courses total of 40 units. This can be completed in the following period:

  • Full-time option: 1 to 2 years
  • Part-time option: 2 to 4 years
Q:   Is NUS good for Masters in Computer Science?
A: 

NUS came in seventh globally in computer Science and tenth globally in engineering. According to the famous Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by subject, the University's computer Science and engineering programmes have been ranked among the top 10 globally.

 

Q:   How much is the application fee for Master in Computing at NUS?
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The application fee for the Master in Computing program at NUS is S$109 (INR 6.9 K) which is includes GST. The application fee is non refundable and can be paid via credit card. Applications are submitted on the official NUS website. 
 

Q:   What are the admission requirements for Masters in Computing at NUS?
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Admission requirements for Master in Computing at NUS:

  • UG certificate
  • English Proficiency test score
  • Two Referees' recommendations 
  • Personal statement
  • GMAT/GRE scores
  • Other supporting documents including Scholarships, awards and prizes received, etc. (certified true copies) if applicable.
Q:   Is GATE accepted for MS in Computing offered by NUS?
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Yes, GATE marks are accepted for admission to the MS in Computing programme at National University of Singapore. Students can submit GATE marks as an alternative to GMAT or GRE scores, typically for candidates who have graduated from Indian universities. 

Q:   What are the admission requirements for MSc Biotechnology at NUS?
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The admission requirements for admission to MSc Biotechnology at NUS are as follows:

A Bachelors with hons. or 4 year UG degree in relevant disciplines, or
A UG degree with at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
TOEFL or IELTS score (if applicable)
At least one referee report
CV
Official ID (i.e., NRIC or passport; or local ID if a passport is not available)
Other documents (if applicable)

Q:   When is application deadline for MSc in Biotechnology offered at NUS?
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The application cycle for admission to MSc Biotechnology for the August 2025 intake is 15 March 2025. Students need to apply online via the Graduate Admission System. The application is S$100 (INR 6,414). The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. 

Q:   What is the eligibility to apply for MS in Data Science and Machine Learning at NUS?
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To get into the MS in DSML program you are required to have a Bachelors (Hons.) degree or a 4 year UG degree or its equivalent in Mathematics, Statistics and Physics, Engineering or Computer Science. If you are an international students whose native language is not English, you need to submit English proficiency test scores TOEFL minimum score is 85 or IELTS minimum overall score is 6.0. The selection of candidates is on a competitive basis.

Q:   What is the fee for MS in Data Science and Machine Learning at NUS?
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The tuition fee for international students for an MS in Data Science and Machine Learning is SGD 55,590 (INR 36,13,313). An application fee of SGD 100 (INR 6,499) is also charged. The fee is non-refundable. The following are additional attendance fees:

Hostel & MealsINR 5,22,276
Student Services FeeINR 23,760
Health Service FeeINR 16,790
Q:   Is any professional experience required for admission to MS in Data Science and Machine Learning at NUS?
A: 

Work experience is not mandatory for admission to MS in Data Science and Machine Learning at NUS. However, if students have relevant experience in fields like maths, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or computer Science they can mention the same to enhance their application. 

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Yes, international applicants coming from diverse backgrounds and countries must demonstrate their English language proficiency by submitting the scores of IELTS and TOEFL. The National University of Singapore, NUS-ISS English language requirements, including the IELTS scores, are given below:

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