Scholarships and Sponsorships for Law Programme

Scholarships and Sponsorships for Law Students

In recognition of academic excellence and leadership potential, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) offers scholarships to outstanding new as well as existing students pursuing their undergraduate studies at the University.

 

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The Singapore Academy of Law Undergraduate Scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to deserving new law students.

Who is Eligible?

  • New law students who are eligible for government tuition grant in the Bachelor of Laws and Juris Doctor programmes;
  • Singapore citizen with good academic and co-curricular activities records, active participation in community service and possess strong language skills;
  • Monthly household Per Capita Income (PCI) of S$4,300 or lower. 

Tenure of Scholarship

The scholarship is awarded for the minimum period required to complete the Bachelor of Laws (4.5 years) or Juris Doctor (4 years) programme.

Value of Scholarship

The scholarship award will cover 100% of the tuition fees (including tuition grant) plus living allowances of $10,000 per year that the student is supported for under the award. There is no bond attached to the scholarship.

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the scholarship before applying.

How to Apply?

Application period: 1 August – 15 September

To apply for the award, you need to submit your application online​ by the stipulated closing date.

For prospective students, you must submit your admission e-application first before submitting your application for the award.

Previously unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end December.

The decision of Singapore Academy of Law is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

The Tan Hee Joek Scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to deserving students in the Bachelor of Laws and Juris Doctor programmes offered by the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Singapore citizen or Permanent Resident with impressive academic and co-curricular activities records, strong language skills, and demonstrable leadership qualities;
  • Monthly household income per capita (PCI) does not exceed S$4,300; and
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.5


Tenure of Scholarship

The tenure of this scholarship is one academic year. There is no bond attached to the scholarship.

Value of Scholarship

Each scholarship is S$7,500 and will be used within the awarded academic year (2 semesters) to offset the recipient's tuition fees.

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the scholarship before applying.

How to Apply?

Application period: 1 August – 15 September

To apply, you need to submit your e-application​ together with the supporting documents by the stipulated closing date. Applications without supporting documents will be deemed as incomplete and will not be processed.

Only successful candidates shall be notified via email by end November. The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reason will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeal will be entertained.

The Irene Tan Liang Kheng Scholarship for Law aims to provide financial assistance to deserving students in the Bachelor of Laws and Juris Doctor programmes offered by the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS).

Who is Eligible?

You should be a Singapore citizen with impressive academic and co-curricular activities records, strong language skills, and demonstrable leadership qualities. New students must separately seek admission to the programme and must be accepted for admission before being considered for the scholarship.

Tenure of Scholarship

The scholarship is awarded for the minimum period required to complete the Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor programme.

Value of Scholarship

The scholarship award will cover 100% of the tuition fees (including tuition grant) capped at S$50,000 per student. There is no bond attached to the scholarship.

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the scholarship before applying.

How to Apply?

Application period: 1 August – 15 September

To apply for the award, you need to submit your application online​ by the stipulated closing date.

For prospective students, you must submit your admission e-application first before submitting your application for the award.

Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end November.

The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

SUSS Sponsorships

Committed to the promotion of lifelong learning, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) funds a number of Sponsorships in recognition of excellent academic achievements, leadership qualities and special talents and contributions to new and continuing students in the Bachelor of Laws programme. SUSS works with various organisations in offering these SUSS-funded sponsorships to their members and/or staff.

The SUSS-NTUC Sponsorship scheme aims to provide suitable candidates with the opportunity to enrol in the Bachelor of Laws programme with SUSS and develop skills for life.

Who is Eligible?

The sponsorship is open to all NTUC union members with NTUC Card. You should be a Singapore citizen or Permanent resident with impressive academic and co-curricular activities records, strong language skills, and demonstrable leadership qualities. You must also not already be a degree holder.

New students must meet the admission requirements for the programme of study being applied for at the University. They must separately seek admission to the programme, and must be accepted for admission before being considered for the sponsorship.

Tenure of Sponsorship

The sponsorship is awarded for the period required to complete the full programme of study.

Value of Sponsorship

The sponsorship covers course fees for the entire programme of study, up to the values indicated below:

Bachelor of LawsWith Government Subsidy (GS) / Tuition Grant (TG)Without GS/TG
Singapore Citizen [below 40 years old]Singapore Citizen [40 years old or above]Permanent Resident Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident
Percentage of Sponsorship
25%
(of Course Fee after TG)
10%
(of Course Fee after TG)
40%
(of Course Fee after TG)
50%
(of SC subsidised Course Fee)


There is no bond attached to the sponsorship.​

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the sponsorship before applying.

How to Apply?

Sponsorship application period:
January Semester: 1 August to 15 September
July Semester: 1 February to 15 March

To apply for the sponsorship, you need to submit your application online by the stipulated closing date.

For new students, you must submit your admission e-application first before submitting your application for sponsorship.

Previously unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end November for the January Semester, and by end June for the July Semester.

The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

The SUSS-SAFRA Sponsorship scheme aims to provide suitable candidates with the opportunity to enrol in the Bachelor of Laws programme with SUSS and develop skills for life.

Who is Eligible?

Application for the SUSS-SAFRA Sponsorship is open to all SAFRA Ordinary A (except NSFs) and Ordinary B members. You must have impressive academic and co-curricular activities records, strong language skills and demonstrable leadership qualities. You must also not already be a degree holder.

New students must meet the admission requirements for the programme of study applied for at the University. They must separately seek admission to the programme and must be accepted for admission before being considered for the sponsorship.

Tenure of Sponsorship

The sponsorship is awarded for the period required to complete the full programme of study.

Value of Sponsorship

The sponsorship covers course fees for the entire programme of study, up to the values indicated below:

Bachelor of LawsWith Government Subsidy (GS) / Tuition Grant (TG)Without GS/TG
Singapore Citizen [below 40 years old]Singapore Citizen [40 years old or above]Permanent Resident Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident
Percentage of Sponsorship
25%
(of Course Fee after TG)
10%
(of Course Fee after TG)
40%
(of Course Fee after TG)
50%
(of SC subsidised Course Fee)


There is no bond attached to the sponsorship.​

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the sponsorship before applying.

How to Apply?

Sponsorship application period:
January Semester: 1 August to 15 September
July Semester: 1 February to 15 March

To apply for the sponsorship, you need to submit your application online​ by the stipulated closing date.

For new students, you must submit your admission e-application first before submitting your application for sponsorship.

Previously unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end November for the January Semester, and by end June for the July Semester.

The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

The SUSS-HomeTeamNS Sponsorship scheme aims to provide suitable candidates with the opportunity to enrol in the Bachelor of Laws programme with SUSS and develop skills for life. 

Who is Eligible?

The sponsorship is open to all HomeTeamNS Ordinary members, Associate members and staff who have at least 12 months' of membership validity.   You must have impressive academic and co-curricular activities records, strong language skills and demonstrable leadership qualities. You must also not already be a degree holder.

New students must meet the admission requirements for the programme of study applied for at the University. They must separately seek admission to the programme and must be accepted for admission before being considered for the sponsorship.

Tenure of Sponsorship

The sponsorship is awarded for the period required to complete the full programme of study. 

Value of Sponsorship

The sponsorship covers course fees for the entire programme of study, up to the values indicated below:

Bachelor of LawsWith Government Subsidy (GS) / Tuition Grant (TG)Without GS/TG
Singapore Citizen [below 40 years old]Singapore Citizen [40 years old or above]Permanent Resident Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident
Percentage of Sponsorship
25%
(of Course Fee after TG)
10%
(of Course Fee after TG)
40%
(of Course Fee after TG)
50%
(of SC subsidised Course Fee)


There is no bond attached to the sponsorship.​

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the sponsorship before applying.

How to Apply?

Sponsorship application period:
January Semester: 1 August to 15 September
July Semester: 1 February to 15 March

To apply for the sponsorship, you need to submit your application online​ by the stipulated closing date.

For new students, you must submit your admission e-application first before submitting your application for sponsorship.

Previously unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end November for the January Semester, and by end June for the July Semester.

The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

The SUSS-PA Sponsorship scheme aims to provide suitable candidates with the opportunity to enrol in the Bachelor of Laws programme with SUSS and develop skills for life.

Who is Eligible?

The sponsorship is open to grassroots leaders with People's Association (PA) and/or its associated organisations as well as staff of PA. You should be a Singapore citizen or Permanent resident with impressive academic and co-curricular activities records, strong language skills, and demonstrable leadership qualities. You must also not already be a degree holder. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions on other eligibility criteria.

New students must meet the admission requirements for the programme of study being applied for at SUSS. They must separately seek admission to the programme, and must be accepted for admission before being considered for the sponsorship.

Tenure of Sponsorship

The sponsorship is awarded for the period required to complete the full programme of study. 

Value of Sponsorship

The sponsorship covers course fees for the entire programme of study, up to the values indicated below:

Bachelor of LawsWith Government Subsidy (GS) / Tuition Grant (TG)Without GS/TG
Singapore Citizen [below 40 years old]Singapore Citizen [40 years old or above]Permanent Resident Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident
Percentage of Sponsorship
25%
(of Course Fee after TG)
10%
(of Course Fee after TG)
40%
(of Course Fee after TG)
50%
(of SC subsidised Course Fee)


There is no bond attached to the sponsorship.​

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the sponsorship before applying.

How to Apply?

Sponsorship application period:
January Semester: 1 August to 15 September
July Semester: 1 February to 15 March

To apply for the sponsorship, you need to submit your application online by the stipulated closing date.

For new students, you must submit your admission e-application first before submitting your application for sponsorship.

Previously unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end November for the January Semester, and by end June for the July Semester.

The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

The SUSS-STU Sponsorship scheme aims to provide suitable candidates with the opportunity to enrol in the Bachelor of Laws programme with SUSS and develop skills for life. 

Who is Eligible?

Application for the SUSS-STU Sponsorship is open to all Singapore Teachers' Union members and staff. You should be a Singapore citizen or Permanent resident with impressive academic and co-curricular activities records, strong language skills, and demonstrable leadership qualities. You must also not already be a degree holder. 

New students must meet the admission requirements for the programme of study applied for at the University. They must separately seek admission to the programme and must be accepted for admission before being considered for the sponsorship.

Tenure of Sponsorship

The sponsorship is awarded for the period required to complete the full programme of study. 

Value of Sponsorship

The sponsorship covers course fees for the entire programme of study, up to the values indicated below:

Bachelor of LawsWith Government Subsidy (GS) / Tuition Grant (TG)Without GS/TG
Singapore Citizen [below 40 years old]Singapore Citizen [40 years old or above]Permanent Resident Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident
Percentage of Sponsorship
25%
(of Course Fee after TG)
10%
(of Course Fee after TG)
40%
(of Course Fee after TG)
50%
(of SC subsidised Course Fee)


There is no bond attached to the sponsorship.​

Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the sponsorship before applying.

How to Apply?

Sponsorship application period:
January Semester: 1 August to 15 September
July Semester: 1 February to 15 March

To apply for the sponsorship, you need to submit your application online by the stipulated closing date.

For new students, you must submit your admission e-application first before submitting your application for sponsorship.

Previously unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply.  Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end November for the January Semester, and by end June for the July Semester.

The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

This sponsorship provides opportunity for high potential national players to pursue higher education with Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). 

Who is Eligible?

The sponsorship is open to Singapore Citizen and Singapore Permanent Resident athletes nominated by the Singapore Table Tennis Association (STTA). Nominated applicants must fulfil the selection criteria set by the University and STTA. They must meet the admission requirements for the applied course of study, and must not already be degree holders from any University.

Tenure of Sponsorship

The sponsorship is awarded for the period required to complete the full programme of study. There is no bond attached to the sponsorship.

Value of Sponsorship

The sponsorship covers course fees for the entire programme of study, up to the values indicated below:

Bachelor of LawsWith Government Subsidy (GS) / Tuition Grant (TG)Without GS/TG
Singapore Citizen [below 40 years old]Singapore Citizen [40 years old or above]Permanent Resident Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident
Percentage of Sponsorship
25%
(of Course Fee after TG)
10%
(of Course Fee after TG)
40%
(of Course Fee after TG)
50%
(of SC subsidised Course Fee)



Terms & Conditions

You are advised to read through the Terms and Conditions for the sponsorship before applying.

How to Apply?

Sponsorship application period:
January Semester: 1 August to 15 September
July Semester: 1 February to 15 March

To apply for the sponsorship, you must be nominated by STTA. For more information, please refer to STTA's website

After nomination, you need to submit your admission and sponsorship applications online​ by the stipulated closing date.

Previously unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Candidates will be notified of the application outcome via email by end November for the January Semester, and by end June for the July Semester.  

The decision of the Student Awards Committee of SUSS is final and binding, and no reasons will be given for the non-selection of unsuccessful candidates. No appeals will be entertained.

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