Quick Facts
Singapore is a sovereign island city-state located in Southeast Asia. It is located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula and is separated from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to the north. The country is made up of one main island and 62 smaller islets and has a total land area of about 725.7 square kilometers.
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Capital |
Singapore |
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Major Cities |
Yishun, Butik Batok, Pulau Ujong, Tampines, Tengah. |
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Primary Languages |
English; Singaporean Mandarin; Malay; Mandarin and Tamil |
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Climate |
Singapore has a tropical climate with no distinctive seasons, uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall. Temperatures usually range from 22 to 35 °C (72 to 95 °F).
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Economy |
The economy of Singapore is a developed country and highly developed state capitalist market economy.
It has an open business environment, relatively corruption-free and transparent, stable prices, and one of the highest per capita gross domestic products (GDP) in the world. |
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Gross Domestic Product (GDP) |
GDP- $39,698.69 crores (2021)
Per Capita: $66,176
Source: Tradingeconomics.com |
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Currency |
S$ |
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Government |
Singapore is a Unitary parliamentary republic with a Westminster system of unicameral parliamentary government representing constituencies. The country’s constitution establishes a representative democracy as the political system. |
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Area |
724.2 km[2] (279.6 sq mi) |
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Population |
59.77 lakhs (2023) |
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Time Zones |
Singapore (GMT+8) |
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Distance from India |
a5,978.9 km (approx. 5 hours) |
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Why Study in the Singapore?
- Singapore is outpacing the ROW (rest of the world) rest in establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with thanks to determined government initiatives focused on the importance of education.
- Singapore was ranked as one of QS’s top three “Best Student Cities” in 2013.
- Because of Singapore’s renowned superiority in the field of education, employers increasingly seek out its grads — both in Asia and across the globe.
- The city is alive with people and activities throughout the day and well into the evening. An extraordinary breadth and depth of local cuisine, unparalleled shopping, and even a world-celebrated zoo, mean that no one is ever bored in Singapore.
- While Singapore may seem like a far-off destination, international students quickly accustom to life here thanks to its four official languages. In fact, English is Singapore’s official educational language
QS World University Rankings 2021 listed NUS (National University of Singapore) as the top university in Asia and eleventh in the world.
Singapore is a multi-cultural society where people are respectful of all religions, races, and cultures.
The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) ranked Singapore as the second safest city in the world in the 2019 Safe City Index.
Singapore city ranks at the 17th spot in QS Rankings Best Student Cities in the World.
Living in the Singapore
Traditions & Culture: The main cultural traditions are Malay, Indian, Chinese, and to some extent Western (British). The different communities do not regard themselves as sharing a culture; instead, they consider themselves parts of a whole. This is illustrated by reference to a popular local dish, Rojak, a salad in which the various ingredients are covered by the same peanut sauce, forming a distinct whole with each ingredient clearly discernible. The peanut sauce is Singaporeanness; the other ingredients are the different cultural traditions.
Food: Rice, fish, chicken, and vegetables are the staples. When these ingredients are mixed with a rich variety of spices, chilis, coconuts, lime, and tamarind, the variations are endless. There are many cafés, coffeehouses and teahouses, and formal restaurants for specific cuisines. So feel at home!
Safety: Aside from the fact that Singapore is a diverse, beautiful and vibrant place to live, it also excels in terms of safety. Welfare: As an international student in Singapore, institutions understand you may face various issues that can feel quite overwhelming at times. Premier Universities believe in your happiness and peace of mind as these are crucial in ensuring a fruitful and memorable learning experience. Universities and the country offer pre-arrival advice and assistance to prepare you before you arrive in Singapore, so you know what to expect and what to do. Student Affairs of all the colleges and universities will help you to settle into your life in Singapore, and support you throughout your studies. Through a broad array of social and recreational activities, universities strive to make you feel more at home.
Health: It is compulsory for ALL students to have medical insurance coverage for hospitalization and related medical treatment for the entire course duration. A well-developed modern medical system consists of private and public clinics and hospitals. Traditional medical beliefs and practices are also common.
Transport: Transport within Singapore is mainly land-based. Almost all parts of Singapore are accessible by road, including islands such as Sentosa and Jurong Island. The other major form of transportation within Singapore is rail: the Mass Rapid Transit which runs the length and width of Singapore, and the Light Rail Transit which runs within a few neighborhoods. The main island of Singapore is connected to the other islands by ferryboat services.
Road: In Singapore, cars and other vehicles drive on the left side of the road, as in neighboring Malaysia.
Cost of Studying in the USA
The cost of studying in Singapore can vary depending on several factors, such as the university, the program of study, the duration of the program, and the student’s nationality. Here are some estimated costs.
The cost of education and living in Singapore is relatively lower than that of the UK or US.
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Cost of Studying in Singapore
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Undergraduate |
18,000 SGD$ – 20,000SGD$ |
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Postgraduate |
25,000SGD$ to 60,000SGD$ |
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Doctorate |
28,000SGD$ to 50,000SGD$ |
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Cost of Living in Singapore
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Accommodation |
SGD$ 2,000 to SGD$ 3,500 per month |
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Utilities |
SGD$ 100 to SGD$ 250 per month |
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Food and Grocery |
SGD$ 117 to SGD$ 146/ month |
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Transportation |
SGD$ 110/month |
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Health Insurance |
SGD$132/month |
Visa Process
Basics: Good academics
Finance to support education (tuition fee + living expenses)
Genuine Intentions to Study in Singapore
While making the Singapore student visa application, the total expenses for the first year of qualification plus plan for following year/s of study has to be shown which includes tuition fees & living expenses for course duration. These funds can be shown only in liquid forms.
Visa processing time varies from 4- 6 working weeks.
Dependents information: Not allowed on student VISA
Immigration on Arrival: Your passport will be checked when you arrive at a Singapore port or airport to make sure you’re allowed to come into the country. It must be valid for the whole of your stay.
In Singapore, a student visa is called a student pass, and universities in this country are known as Institutes of Higher Learning (IHL). As an international student in Singapore, planning to pursue any academic program with a duration of more than 30 days, you must apply for a student pass (student visa). Your visa or pass application is submitted to the Student’s Pass On-line Application and Registration or SOLAR system, the country’s official registration system.
Cost of Singapore Student Visa
a) The Visa Processing Fee: You have to pay a visa processing fee of SGD 30. You have to pay this fee when you submit your application to the Singapore ICA. If you choose to submit your student pass application via the SOLAR system, you will have to pay the processing fee through a debit/credit card or your Internet banking account.
b) The Visa Issuance Fee: You also have to pay a visa issuance fee of SGD 60 for every student pass issued in your name.
Documents required
- Your current and legible passport, valid for a minimum of three months
- All completed student visa application forms — Form 16 (the main application for student pass) and Form V36 (for additional information on the applicant)
- The original receipt showing that you have paid the visa application fee
- The offer letter issued by the IHL in Singapore
- Your bank statements showing that you can fund your education in Singapore (both tuition fees and living expenses while studying)
- Bank loan sanction letter (if applying for a student loan), along with proof of investments, if requested by the ICA
- Transcripts of your degrees, diplomas or any certificates received from schools attended in India
- Test scores required by your college, which could be GMAT, TOEFL, GRE, PTE etc.
- Document showcasing how you intend to bear all the costs associated with living in Singapore.
How to Apply:
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