SAF Merit Scholarship / SAF Engineering Scholarship

What will I get?

• Monthly salary for the duration of studies

• Tuition fees and other approved academic charges

• Maintenance and other allowances, e.g. books, clothing, computer

• Return economy airfare

• One-time sponsorship for summer exchange programmes

• Sponsorship for up to 4 years of studies, inclusive of Master’s if applicable

Eligibility criteria

• Singapore citizen or Singapore PR intending to take up citizenship (Contract will only be offered upon confirmation of your citizenship)

• Physically and medically fit

• Good GCE A-Level or International Baccalaureate results, Polytechnic Diploma, or equivalent

• Good co-curricular activities records

• Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School

• Possess a strong interest in a military career

Basic conditions

• Fulfil a 6-year bond (Open) or 4-year bond (Local) after your studies

Give it a try! You will be given the opportunity to serve in various departments and units to acquire a breadth of knowledge and holistic understanding of the organisation.

— LTC Vivien Lee, Recipient of SAF Merit Scholarship, Armour

An offer to realise my dreams, to serve and protect one’s country and loved ones, was quite simply too good to refuse.

— COL Muhammad Helmi, Recipient of SAF Merit Scholarship, Infantry