Introduction Second in prestige only to the President's Scholarship, the SAF Overseas Scholarship (SAFOS) is for those who see the honour in service and duty - the noble purpose of being there where it matters most. It provides excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth, as well as grooming for the highest levels of command and management.
It offers opportunities to be involved in operations that directly contribute to the peace and security of Singapore. It allows for participation in multinational missions at the global level, strengthening Singapore's international standing and voice amongst the international community.
Eligibility Criteria
Singapore citizens or permanent residents intending to take up citizenship
GCE 'A' Level (with minimum 11 academic units), International Baccalaureate, Polytechnic Diploma (with Merit) or equivalent
Good co-curricular activities (CCA) records
Strong leadership qualities
Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School
Possess a strong interest in a military career
Benefits
Monthly salary for the duration of studies (including bonuses and increments)
Tuition fees and other approved charges
Maintenance and other allowances, e.g. books, clothing, computer
Return airfare
Possibility of sponsorship for exchange programmes and Master's degree
Courses of Study You may pursue a Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
Note: The above list is not exhaustive. You may also apply if the courses you're interested in are not listed, but applications are subject to approval.
If you are pursuing your Master's degree, you must complete your studies in 4 years.
* Engineering includes Aeronautical, Biochemical, Chemical, Civil, Communications, Control and Computer, Electrical, Electronics, Information Systems, Marine, Mechanical, and Structural etc.
** Law graduates shall not be called to the Bar while serving in the SAF.
^ Life Sciences include Molecular, Biology, Microbiology, and Genetics etc.
UNIVERSITIES
United States of America
Carnegie Mellon University Harvard University Johns Hopkins University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Princeton University Stanford University University of California, Berkeley University of Chicago University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Yale University
United Kingdom
Imperial College, London London School of Economics University of Cambridge University of Oxford University College London
Note: The above lists are not exhaustive. You may also apply if the universities you're interested in are not listed, but applications are subject to approval.
