Scholarships and Sponsorships

Second in prestige only to the President's Scholarship, The SAF Scholarship (formerly known as SAF Overseas Scholarship or 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.

Benefits
•  Full salary for the duration of overseas studies (including bonuses)
•  Full tuition fees and other approved academic charges
•  Maintenance and other allowances, e.g. books, clothing, computer
•  Return airfare (for overseas scholars)
•  One-time sponsorship for summer exchange programmes

Eligibility
•  Singapore citizens or permanent residents intending to take up citizenship
•  Good GCE 'A' Level or International Baccalaureate results, Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent
•  Good co-curricular activities (CCA) records and strong leadership qualities
•  Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School
•  Possess a strong interest in a military career

The SAF Merit Scholarship (SMS) equips you with a world-class education and exposes you to training that will develop your operational know-how and expertise relevant to the organisation. You will be trained to meet the challenges of the new security environment; to be a leader of leaders to lead and guide your men to fulfil the mission.

Benefits
•  Monthly salary for the duration of studies
•  Full tuition fees and other approved academic charges
•  Maintenance and other allowances,e.g. books, clothing, computer
•  Return airfare (for overseas scholars)
•  One-time sponsorship for summer exchange programmes

Eligibility
•  Singapore citizens or permanent residents intending to take up citizenship
•  Good GCE 'A' Level or International Baccalaureate results, Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent
•  Good co-curricular activities (CCA) records and strong leadership qualities
•  Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School
•  Possess a strong interest in a military career

At a top local or overseas tertiary institution, achieve your academic goals in your pursuit of a fulfilling career contributing to the defence of Singapore.

Benefits
•  Monthly salary for the duration of studies
•  Full tuition fees and other approved academic charges
•  Return airfare (For SAS - Overseas)

Eligibility
•  Singapore citizens or permanent residents intending to take up citizenship
•  Good GCE 'A' Level or International Baccalaureate results, Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent
•  Good co-curricular activities (CCA) records and strong leadership qualities
•  Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School
•  Possess a strong interest in a military career

Further your education at a leading university in Singapore. 

Benefits
•  Annual allowance of $14,200 during the course of your studies
•  Full tuition fees and other approved academic charges

Eligibility
•  Singapore citizens or permanent residents intending to take up citizenship
•  Good GCE 'A' Level or International Baccalaureate results, Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent
•  Qualify for a place in a local university
•  Good co-curricular activities (CCA) records and strong leadership qualities
•  Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School
•  Possess a strong interest in a military career

If you're currently an undergraduate at a local university, you can take advantage of our mid-term scholarship.During the course of your studies, you will enjoy an annual allowance, as well as sponsorship of your tuition and hostel fees. 

Benefits of Mid-Term SAF Academic Award

• Annual allowance, as well as sponsorship of tuition fees, hostel fees and other approved charges before signing on 
• Pro-rated lump sum back payment of tuition fees, hostel fees and annual allowance.

Eligibility Criteria

• Singapore citizens or permanent residents intending to take up citizenship
• Good co-curricular activities (CCA) records and strong leadership qualities
• Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School
• Possess a strong interest in a military career
• Good academic results for the first semester of study at current university