🇸🇬 After Class 12 · 3–4 years
Bachelors in Economics in Singapore
Micro and macro economics, econometrics and policy, with strong quantitative training. Here's how Indian students get in after Class 12, what it costs and what comes next.
- 3–4 years
- Tuition S$20,000 – S$60,000/yr
- Class 12 + English test
- Loan & visa support
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How do I study Economics in Singapore after Class 12?
A bachelor's in Economics in Singapore takes 3–4 years. You need very high Class 12 marks for NUS, NTU and SMU; English test (maths in Class 12 for most universities). Tuition is about S$20,000 – S$60,000 a year — roughly ₹44 lakh – ₹1.31 crore for the full degree before living costs (≈ S$1,500 – 2,500 per month). Apply via direct to the university, usually by February–March.
Official sources: ICA — Student's Pass
Economics in Singapore at a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 years
- Tuition (international)
- S$20,000 – S$60,000 a year
- Tuition for the full degree
- ₹44 lakh – ₹1.31 crore
- Living costs
- ≈ S$1,500 – 2,500 per month
- Class 12 subjects
- Maths in Class 12 for most universities
- Entry
- Very high Class 12 marks for NUS, NTU and SMU; English test
- How to apply
- Direct to the university, usually by February–March
- Work during study
- Up to 16 hours a week during term at approved institutions
- After graduation
- No post-study visa route; graduates apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass with a job offer
Overview
Studying Economics in Singapore
Micro and macro economics, econometrics and policy, with strong quantitative training.
Singapore offers globally ranked universities close to India, safe, English-speaking city and asia hub for finance and tech.
- Class 12: Maths in Class 12 for most universities
- Very high Class 12 marks for NUS, NTU and SMU; English test
- Passport
- Statement of purpose / personal statement
- One or two school recommendation letters
- Proof of funds for the visa
Timeline
Timeline for the 2027 intake
- 01
Class 11–12
Keep marks high in required subjects; take the English test in Class 12.
- 02
Shortlist
Pick 6–8 universities in Singapore across ambitious, realistic and safe options.
- 03
Apply
Direct to the university, usually by February–March
- 04
Offer and funds
Accept an offer, arrange savings or an education loan with a parent as co-applicant.
- 05
Visa
Apply for the Student's Pass, applied for through ICA's SOLAR system after the offer.
Universities
Universities we cover in Singapore
Graduate tuition shown for comparison; undergraduate fees differ — check each university for Economics.
Careers
Careers after a Economics degree
FAQs
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Yes. You need very high Class 12 marks for NUS, NTU and SMU; English test, with maths in Class 12 for most universities.
Tuition is about S$20,000 – S$60,000 a year (₹44 lakh – ₹1.31 crore for the full degree), plus living costs of ≈ S$1,500 – 2,500 per month.
3–4 years.
Yes — banks and NBFCs fund undergraduate study abroad with a parent as co-applicant; larger amounts usually need collateral.
No post-study visa route; graduates apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass with a job offer.
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