Nanyang Business School (NBS) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, one of Asia’s top-ranked universities, is accepting PhD applications for the August 2027 intake. Admitted students can be considered for NTU scholarships that cover full tuition and pay a monthly stipend. NTU’s top award, the Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship, pays international students S$4,300 a month (about US$3,300). The scholarship application window runs from 1 November to 31 December 2026.
All nationalities are eligible, including applicants from Africa.
Key Details
- University: Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
- School: Nanyang Business School
- Level: full-time PhD
- Intake: Academic Year 2027–2028
- Funding: tuition + monthly stipend for scholarship holders
- Scholarship application window: 1 November – 31 December 2026
PhD Areas at Nanyang Business School
NBS PhD programmes listed for recent intakes include Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Operations Management and Strategy, International Business and Entrepreneurship, among others. Check the official NBS page for the full list for 2027.
Benefits: Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship (NPGS)
- full annual tuition fees
- monthly stipend: S$4,300 for international students (S$4,800 for permanent residents; S$5,300 for Singapore citizens), from January 2026 rates
- overseas conference allowance of up to S$5,000 a year
- book allowance of S$500 a year, a one-time IT allowance of S$1,500 and a thesis allowance of S$600
- priority for campus accommodation
- no bond — no obligation to work in Singapore afterwards
- funding for up to 4 years, renewed yearly with good progress
International scholars must do teaching or lab supervision under NTU’s Graduate Assistantship Programme. NTU also offers other research scholarships with different stipend levels — the NPGS is the most competitive.
Eligibility
- open to all nationalities
- for the NPGS: an Honours (Highest Distinction) bachelor’s degree or equivalent — final-year students can apply with official proof they are on track for this classification
- a strong research interest and potential in your business field
- English test scores (IELTS or TOEFL) and GMAT or GRE scores where required by the programme
The NPGS is by nomination: you apply for the PhD, the school nominates strong candidates, and shortlisted applicants are interviewed.
Documents Needed
- identification documents
- degree certificates and transcripts (original language plus official English translation)
- a research proposal
- two referee reports
- a CV or résumé
- any research publications
- test scores such as IELTS, TOEFL, GRE or GMAT where applicable
How to Apply
- Check your field and requirements on the Nanyang Business School PhD page.
- Prepare your research proposal and contact two referees early.
- Apply through the NTU Graduate Programmes application portal between 1 November and 31 December 2026.
- Read the official NPGS scholarship page for full terms.
Note: some listing sites give an NBS application window to 31 January 2027. To be considered for the NPGS, apply within the official 1 November–31 December 2026 window, and confirm all dates on NTU’s website.
Tips
- Read NBS faculty profiles and mention one or two professors whose research matches yours.
- Make your research proposal focused, with a clear question and method.
- Take the GMAT or GRE early if your programme needs it.
- African applicants: get official English translations of any French or Portuguese documents in good time.
Related Opportunities
- Berlin School of Economics PhD Programme 2027 (Funded)
- Funded PhD and Postdoc at UPF Barcelona 2027
- HKU Social Sciences Global South Fellowship 2026/27
Scholarship application window: 1 November – 31 December 2026.
