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#23

QS Ranking

#8

THE Ranking

#17

US News Ranking

#20

ARWU Ranking

#56
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Q:   Is NUS good for Indians?
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The university ranks #8 in the world as part of the rankings given by QS for 2026.

NUS is considered a good destination for Indian students. The institute is geographically located in line with the living conditions encountered in India.

The overall student population is also very warm & welcoming to international students, with a decent chunk of the student population being Indians.

Availability of vegetarian food isn't an issue either, with a number of stalls & dining facilities located both in & around the campus.

Q:   How is NUS ranked in 2025 as per US World and News?
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As per the US News and World Report 2025, National University is ranked #20. The NUS ranking has improved by 2 places, where the ranking was #22 in 2024. There are multiple factors used for deriving the score by the US World and News like the graduation rates, peer assessment, first-year retention rates, standardized tests and student-faculty ratio.

 

Q:   What is the most recent rankings offered for the National University of Singapore?
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The most recent NUS rankings are offered for the year 2026 under the QS World rankings. 

According to the QS Rankings, NUS has been ranked #8 in 2026. The NUS ranking is constant at #8 since 2024. The subject ranking for 2025 are not released by the QS.

 







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National University of Singapore US News and World Report Ranking 2025

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Q:   Is National University of Singapore ranked under the US World and Rankings?
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Yes, the National University of Singapore is ranked by the US News and World Report rankings which is #20. Given below are the ranking observations for NUS -

  • This rank is an improvement from what it was in the last year. 
  • US World rankings for this university are improving with each passing year.
Q:   Is the US World ranking accurate for the National University of Singapore?
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Yes, the US World and News are among the best-ranking bodies in the world because they use many relevant factors like -

  • Research Reputation
  • Publications
  • Total Citations
  • International Collaborations
  • Scientific Excellence Indicators

As per the recent rankings, NUS was ranked #20 in the category of 'Global Universities'. 

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National University of Singapore QS Ranking 2026

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Accounting and Finance
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Architecture and Built Environment597
Art and Design333019
Biological Sciences161513
Communication and Media Studies241410
Engineering and Technology
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Global MBA
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242523
Law and Legal Studies12106
Masters in Business Analytics101115
Mathematics109– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering793
Medicine181817
Nursing2086
Performing Arts414427
Pharmacy and Pharmacology1489
Physics and Astronomy1714– / –
Politics11109
Sociology141510

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National University of Singapore THE (Times Higher Education) Rankings 2026

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Arts and Humanities262519
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Law111215
Life Sciences222119
Medicine and Health161713
PG Business and Economics
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PG Computer Science
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Psychology644537

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Q:   How is the National University of Singapore ranked in THE rankings?
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Times Higher Education is one of the most influential rankings of the world and NUS is ranked under it. As per the latest global rankings in 2026, the NUS is ranked #17 by Times Higher Education World Universities Rankings. The subject ranking for 2026 is not released by THE. As per 2025 rankings, NUS is ranked among best 15 global courses such as Engineering, Law, Computer Science, Business and Economics.

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Law151151101
Mathematics767651
Nursing11204
Physics765151
Political Sciences10110176
Sociology5110127

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NUS Singapore
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 48% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Stressful
Internships4.1
Part time work3.7
Post study jobs3.7
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life4.6
Value for money4.4
Public transportation4.9
Safety5
Indian Food4.5
Permanent Immigration3.3
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Master of Science (Chemical Engineering) - Batch of 2020
4.7
Pretty diverse and welcoming campus.
Tips: Singapore is the best country for safety, and the campus is pretty good. Buses are running all the time, and it's safe to roam around and go around campus. Also, if you are living on the campus vs living outside, you get different privileges, so seek out early if you want to live on campus. NUS is a great university, and I did get scholarships from the MoE.
Dislikes (Part time work): Finding part-time work isn't easy in Singapore due to immigration status. Even internships are a little. Tough unless you are in the MEng, where you need to work with companies to work on your project. In general, the many options for internships are very limited.
Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 1800
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalarySGD 85150
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
M.Sc. in Chemistry - Batch of 2027
4.2
Academic excellence at NUS.
Tips: Scholarships are available. Please apply separately. It is an excellent university with great faculty resources and teaching abilities as well as potential opportunities after graduation. Will lead to a lot of skills development and character building.
Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 1925
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalarySGD
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MSc Biotechnology - Batch of 2025
4
Placements at NUS for Biotechnology are pretty low.
Tips: Moving into any country is initially difficult with a lot of challenges, but with time it gets much better. Specially I was happy to find so many Indian friends in a foreign land. No scholarships for this course. Loved my experience at NUS, with great friends and approachable professors. And Singapore is no doubt one of the most beautiful and safest places.
Likes (Student Life): NUS is beautiful and huge with a lot of things to see around. I personally found a great set of Indian friends during my time there. A lot of clubs, both academic and nonacademic are there. My favourite part about NUS was the student lounge called Pitstop, offering video games, TT, foosball, board games etc.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Placements at NUS specifically for Biotechnology are pretty low. But there are career fairs that keep happening around the year, which is a plus point to build your network and get an understanding of the companies in Singapore. Jobs usually start from around 3500SGD - 4500SGD for freshers.
Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 2000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalarySGD 50000
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026Read more
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Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) - Batch of 2025
4.2
The professors and peers are quite open and helpful.
Tips: Being in Asia the culture is quite similar. The intake of Indian students has increased exponentially over the past few years. The rental cost will be one of the main expenses. If staying off campus which is becoming more and more common due to limited space in the university, it can cost you 1000-1300 sgd/month easily. The tuition grant can reduce the tuition fee substantially and make it easier to get a job later but it can become a double edged sword if you don't get a job. There are no scholarships as such otherwise for undergraduates from India. The best part about Singapore is that it's very easy to travel back to India as the flights are cheaper and not too long. I personally used to go back 3-4 times every year. There are also a lot of places you can visit in Southeast Asia which are not too expensive either. Do note that the coursework generally tends to be quite heavy and the competition is quite high as well. The last few weeks of the semester and exam times can be quite stressful but generally manageable. The professors and peers are generally quite open and helpful. Do note that at the end of the day the culture is very Asian and everyone is more focused on getting good grades and a job. If you want to explore the entrepreneurial side, then NUS shouldn't be your choice. Interaction with alumni seniors and peers is usually quite limited and will depend on your personal effort. There's a very good chance you will only know the names of a handful of your batch mates by the time you graduate.
Likes (Safety): Singapore is probably the safest place you can be in. I would have given it a six star rating if I could. You can leave anything even in public cafes and nobody would touch anything. There are multiple university helplines too to help with mental wellbeing as well.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Being a small country, they are extremely selective when it comes to PR/Citizenship. Even getting a visa for your job can be very hard as the salary requirements are usually much higher than what a fresh graduate will get. There is a tuition grant option available which discounts your tuition fee if you are ready to work in Singapore for at least 3 years. That can make it easier to get a job later as well. Without that, it is very hard to get a job.
Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 1200
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalarySGD 50000
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026Read more
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MSc in Finance - Batch of 2025
3.9
Highly academic and competitive.
Tips: Before joining National University of Singapore students should know that it's highly competitive beneath the surface. Most peers were toppers back home. Internships start as early as Year 1 and grades are often bell curve so doing it isn't always enough; you need to be proactive about building your profile through internships, case competitions, networking and leadership roles from the start. The academic rigour is real especially in business, computing and quantitative fields, and the brand carries strong weight across Asia especially in finance and consulting. The ROI depends heavily on how strategically you use the platform. It's international and full of high achievers which can trigger imposter syndrome and Singapore itself is compact so social life requires effort. NUS rewards initiative, planning and resilience far more than passive participation.
Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 2400
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalarySGD 72000
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026Read more
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Master of Arts (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) - Batch of 2025
5
Unlearning and relearning.
Tips: I was lucky enough to have made friends and built my community fairly early on. Sure, there were cultural difference but once you're open to learning and allowing yourself to ease your own stereotypical schemas about the world, adjusting becomes a lot easier. I did not avail any scholarship, as there weren't any scholarships available by the school for my course. But there are many other private orgs that offer social sciences scholarships. I wouldn't trade my experience for anything, and look forward to more students having the same experience I did.
Dislikes (Student Life): The faculty at NUS is as diverse as you can imagine. I was lucky to be taught by faculty members with experience across regions USA, Australia, Korea, Singapore, China, industries and teaching modalities. A particular teaching modality that I found value in was our practicums. After our lecture, we were divided into two smaller groups to review case studies, policy documents and mock-simulations. This way we were able to better integrate theoretical knowledge into real-world prescriptions.
Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 3000
Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalarySGD 60000
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026Read more
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When does NUS typically release admission decisions for the August intake?

Answered 2 weeks ago

Primarily, NUS uses a fixed application deadline system for its master's programs. If an applicant has applied for the NUS admissions in the month of February for UG and PG levels for the August intake, then they will receive their offers between late May and July. 

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Loveleen Sharma

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Does NUS offer rolling admissions for certain Master’s or coursework programs, or are all deadlines fixed?

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No, the National University of Singapore does not have rolling admissions. There are fixed admission deadlines for its Master's programs. 

Although the applications are reviewed regularly for Indian applicants. The students wishing to apply should try applying as soon as possible. 

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Bhumika Vimal

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How early should Indian students apply to NUS to allow enough time for visa and document processing?

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For the National University of Singapore admissions, Indian students should ideally apply 6 to 8 months prior to the NUS August intake. 

This is the reason why the NUS deadlines for UG and PG courses are in February. To study in Singapore, Indian students do need the Student's Pass which should be ap

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Pallavi Garg

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How do I submit my NUS application?

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International UG and PG students can submit their NUS application through application portal (myapplications.nus.edu.sg). They should fulfill the basic qualification and submit the documents like transcripts, test scores, English language requirements, and more. At last, they should pay application

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Rashmi Singh

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What is the fees of NUS Singapore in Indian rupees?

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National University of Singapore fees is between INR 12L and INR 1 Cr for UG, and PG. Students can join programs like Computing, Finance, Law, Data Science, Engineering, and more. Students can check the table below for NUS tuition fee for popular programs:

INR 24.47 L

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Tuition

LL.M.

INR 28.26 L

MIM

INR 22.02 L - 52.74 L

MS

INR 25.43 L - 42.8 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 22.02 L - 70.09 L

M.A.

INR 16.93 L - 58.8 L

M.Arch

INR 28.26 L - 38.22 L

B.E. / B.Tech

INR 14.02 L - 28.04 L

BBA

INR 21.47 L - 27.82 L

M.Arch

B.A.

INR 12.38 L - 25.61 L

LL.B.

INR 27.49 L

B.Arch

INR 28.05 L

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