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Singapore Management University: Admissions 2024, Ranking & Fees

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The applications for the 2023/24 academic year at Singapore Management University is now closed. International students should check the admission deadlines at SMU and apply by 11:59 pm Singapore Standard Time on the last day. 

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  • About SMU Singapore
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  • SMU Singapore Admissions 2024
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About SMU Singapore

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Year of establishment
2000
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Q:   Is Singapore Management University hard to get into?
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According to various sources, Singapore Management University has an acceptance rate of around 45% which makes it moderately selective for international student admissions. Some of the general admission requirements at the university are given as follows:

  • Academic Transcripts 
  • International Qualifications that are equivalent 
  • Standardized Test Scores 
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency 

After the student receives an offer letter, they are required to give the admission interview to be enrolled. 

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Q:   Does Singapore Management University require SAT for Indian students?
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Yes, Singapore Management University requires Indian students to submit SAT scores as part of their application for undergraduate programs. The minimum total score required is 1350, with at least 650 for evidence-based reading and writing. However, SMU also considers other factors such as academic performance, extracurricular activities, leadership potential, and aptitude. Indian students must also maintain a minimum percentage of 80 in order to stand a good chance of admission

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Q:   Is Singapore Management University good?
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Singapore Management University is known to be a premier university that was founded in 2000 and is located in Singapore. Some of the reasons why SMU Singapore is a good university are given as follows:

  • The university is internationally known for its world-class teaching facilities, research and distinguished teaching. 
  • SMU Singapore has a mission to focus on leading-edge research that promotes global impact and also to produce creative and entrepreneurial leaders for the economy. 
  • Singapore Management University is currently home to around 12,000 students at the undergraduate, graduate, research and professional degree levels. 
  • International students at SMU Singapore are mainly coming from many ASEAN countries and has more than 300 partner universities. 
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SMU Popular Courses

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SMU Singapore Scholarships 2024

SMU Singapore Admissions 2024

  • Application fees :SGD 15 - 200
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   What are the admission requirements and deadlines for Singapore Management University?
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The admission requirements for Singapore Management University (SMU) vary depending on the programme and the applicant's background. Generally, SMU looks for students who have strong academic records, co-curricular involvement, a positive attitude, intellectual curiosity, and critical thinking skills. For undergraduate programs, SMU accepts applications from students with various qualifications, including the Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Levels, International Baccalaureate Diploma, and other international qualifications. SMU also offers graduate programs, such as MBA and Ph.D., that have specific admission requirements. The deadlines for applications vary depending on the programme and the type of applicant. For example, the deadline for undergraduate applications for the academic year 2023-2024 was March 20, 2023, but it was extended to March 22, 2023, due to an unprecedented number of requests. Applicants who receive local university offers in the first window must decide on their choice of university by May 24, 2023. For more information on admission requirements and deadlines for specific programs, applicants should visit the SMU website or contact the SMU Office of Admissions.

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Q:   Does SMU require IELTS?
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Yes, it is required. Good TOEFL (minimum of 90) or IELTS (minimum of 6.5) scores for applicants whose medium of instruction at the Bachelor's or Master's level was not in English. SMU's TOEFL institution code is 9014. Please note that test scores (both TOEFL or IELTS) obtained within 2 years from the test taken will be accepted.
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SMU Singapore Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(14 courses)
INR 20 L - 2 CrGet Fee Details
Duration12-18 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 90 & Above, GMAT
MIM(13 courses)
INR 20 L - 2 CrGet Fee Details
Duration12-18 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 90 & Above, GMAT
BBA(13 courses)
INR 29 L - 30 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 93 & Above, PTE: 66 & Above
LL.M.(4 courses)
INR 20 L - 24 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, TOEFL: 100 & Above
M.Phil(3 courses)
INR 16 L - 22 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL, GRE, IELTS
B.E. / B.Tech(4 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 93 & Above, PTE: 66 & Above
LL.B.(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedGMAT, GRE, IELTS
M.A.(1 course)
Duration18 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS, TOEFL
B.A.(2 courses)
INR 29 L - 30 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 93 & Above, PTE: 66 & Above
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Q:   How much is the tuition fee at Singapore Management University?
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Singapore Management University offers a diverse range of courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across various specialisations. The tuition fee varies as per the choice of course. A list of courses along with their tuition fee at the Singapore Management University is given below:

Course1st Year Tuition Fees (INR)
B.E/BTechINR 27.32 Lakh
BBAINR 27.21 Lacs - INR 27.71 Lakh
MSINR 13.13 Lacs - INR 20.74 Lakh
PGINR 24.71 Lakh
MBA/PGDMINR 42.66 Lakh
LLbINR 30.35 Lakh
UG INR 27.71 Lakh
Executive MBA/PGDMINR 70.68 Lakh
M.PhilINR 20.84

Note: The fees can be indicative, students are advised to refer to the official website of Singapore Management University for more information.

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Q:   How can I get into Singapore Management University from India?
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To get into Singapore Management University from India, you need to follow the admission requirements set by the university.
Firstly check the admission requirements for international students on the SMU website. The requirements include a minimum total score of 1,350 on the SAT with at least 650 for evidence-based reading and writing, or a minimum score on the ACT. Apply for admission to SMU during the application window, which typically opens in October. You can check the application status for the intake you are interested in. You can also contact the university's International Office for assistance. You must also meet the graduation requirements for the SMU degree. You must submit GRE or GMAT scores to apply for admission to SMU.

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Q:   Are SAT subject tests required for admission at Singapore Management University?
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SAT subject tests are not required for admission at SMU. These tests do not replace your high school academic grades.
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Q:   How much is Singapore management University application fee for international students?
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As of my last update in September 2021, the application fees for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Singapore Management University (SMU) were as follows:

  1. Undergraduate courses: SGD 15
  2. Postgraduate courses: SGD 100
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SMU Singapore Placements

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Barclays Bank
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Q:   Does Singapore Management University offer placements?
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Yes, Singapore Management University does offer placement opportunities to all its students. Various top recruiting companies across industries participate in the placement sessions of Singapore Management University. Some of the major recruiters include Barclays Bank, ACCENTURE, Deloitte, JP Morgan Chase, Infosys, Coca-Cola, etc.

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Singapore Management University Ranking 2025

#656

World level
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#4

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Q:   What is the ranking of Singapore Management University?
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Some of the world rankings of Singapore Management University according to the QS World Rankings are given as follows:

YearQS World Rankings 
2020477
2021501-550
2022501-550
2023551-600
2024501-550
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Q:   What is the Engineering and Law course rankings at SMU Singapore?
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The QS Rankings for Engineering and Law courses at Singapore Management University are given as follows:

Year QS- Engineering & TechnologyQS- Law Rankings
2019369101-150
2020397101-150
2021385101-150
2022401-45051-100
2023NA101-150
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Q:   Where is Singapore Management University located?
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The campus of Singapore Management University features the School of Information System, School of Economics, School of Accountancy, School of Law, School of Business, and School of Social Sciences.

  • These buildings are connected to a walkway and are open to the general public as well. Also, the campus comprises seminar and conference rooms, digital classrooms, and an administrative building.
  • In addition, it includes accommodation units with all the basic amenities. Not only this, the public conveyance is easily accessible from the campus.
  • Moreover, it has well-equipped gym halls, laboratories, a sports room, and a swimming pool, as well as free Wi-Fi accessibility.
  • The 2,700 square meter Law Library has the capacity to hold 16,000 print volumes and is able to accommodate seating for more than 500 users.
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Q:   Is SMU recognised internationally?
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A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU) is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching.

SMU is recognised by the University Grants Commission and approved by the Government of India. It is the first ever Public Private Partnership (PPP) in the country for higher Education and Health Care services.
 
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Q:   Can I work while studying at Singapore Management University?
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You can work in Singapore during your vacation as an SMU full-time matriculated foreign student with a valid student pass. Students are excluded from applying for a work permit, as specified in the Work Permit Exemptions Notification.

However, after term time, a student with a legitimate student pass is only eligible to work part-time, that is, for fewer than 16 hours per week. A letter of consent from the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore or the university is not needed.

Note: For more details, students can check the on and off-campus opportunities on the university website. Also, refer to:

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Singapore Management University has a diverse international student community that has created a learning experience and focuses on global views. The international students at the university are coming from countries such as India, China, ASEAN countries, Europe, North America, Africa, the Middle Ea

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Answered 3 months ago

The steps to apply for admission at Singapore Management University are given as follows:

  1. Go to the SMU official admission portal and register for a new account
  2. Select a programme of your choice
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Tasneem Hoda

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Answered a year ago

The tuition fees for Auston Institute and Singapore Management University are as follows:
Auston Institute of Management in Singapore offers undergraduate programs with an average annual tuition fee of 7,57,207 INR for undergraduate courses and 4,81,511 INR for vocational courses.
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Anushree mundra

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Answered a year ago

Greetings,

In general, Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is likely to be cheaper than Singapore Management University (SMU) for Indian students.

SIT:

  • Tuition fees: Information on specific tuition fees for Indian students is not readily available on the SIT website. However,  based on general fee

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Answered a year ago

Choosing between Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and Singapore Management University (SMU) for a B.Tech in Singapore depends on your individual academic goals, career aspirations. Here's a breakdown of key factors to consider:

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