1. What is the language of instruction at NTU?
All our courses are taught in English.
2. Where can I find information on the courses that are available in NTU?
You may find more information on our Undergraduate and Postgraduates courses here
3. When will I receive the acceptance package?
An E-Acceptance package will be sent via email directly to the student. Students coming on exchange in Semester 1 (Fall) can expect their E-Acceptance packages by July. Students enrolled in Semester 2 (Spring) can expect their E-Acceptance package by December. Exchange Students' home institutions will also be notified of acceptance by email.
4. Is on-campus accommodation provided for exchange students?
Due to limited on-campus accomodation, allocation of accomodation shall be subject to availability, through random balloting system.
Upon acceptance as an exchange student (for study only), you may apply for on-campus housing through the ISC Exchange Web Portal prior to the stipulated closing date.
Should you be successful in securing on-campus accomodation, housing will be in one of our 16 Halls of Residence based on double occupancy, where only two Halls have air conditioned rooms. Exchange students are allocated proportionately to the 16 Halls and request for transfer of Halls will not be entertained.
Exchange students coming on Research or Work exchange shall be recommended for off-campus housing in view of the varied project dates.
5. When can I move into the Hall of Residence?
03 days before the commencement of the semester. The International Student Centre (ISC) will notify exchange students (on study exchange) on the exact check-in date in the acceptance package.
Exchange students who intend to arrive earlier than the stipulated check-in date will have to source for their own temporary off-campus accommodation.
6. Must I open a bank account while studying in Singapore and is there any bank on NTU campus?
It is advisable for you to open a bank account while you are in Singapore. Your parents may also arrange to transfer money into your account in Singapore by inter-bank telegraphic transfer. This is a cheaper option as compared with using your credit cards to withdraw money. There is an OCBC Bank (Overseas Chinese Bank Corporation) located on-campus.
7. What are the accepted credit cards/bank cards in Singapore?
Visa/Mastercard/American Express/Diners Club/Maestro/PLUS are all accepted in Singapore. You may withdraw money from most bank machines. There are also ATM machines located around the campus.
8. What are my estimated expenses like in Singapore?
| On-campus Accommodation: |
Undergraduate Accommodation:
$155 - $280 per person per month (without meal plan)
More information on our Halls of Residence and rates can be found here
Postgraduate Accommodation:
$250 - $350 per person, per month (without meal plan)
More information on Graduate Housing and rates can be found here |
| Food / Meals |
$300 - $400 per month |
| Transport for travel within Singapore |
$100 per month |
Academic Expenses
(textbook & course materials) |
$200 – $500 per academic year |
| Personal Expenses |
$200 – $400 per month |
| Other Administrative Fees |
Other compulsory payments:
Matriculation card fee: S$10.50 (applicable for graduate)
Hostel application fee: S$16.05
Computer fee: S$13.90
Sports fee: S$12.80 (per semester)
Student health service fee: S$26.75 (per semester)
Amenities fee: S$12.80
Copyright fee: S$5.00 (per semester) |
9. When and how will I receive my academic transcripts?
Exchange students' academic transcripts will be mailed directly to their home institution within 1 – 2 months after the end of the semester. A copy of the academic transcripts will be emailed to the Student Exchange Office of their home universities.
10. May I have a copy of the latest updated Nanyang Exchange Info Sheet and Guide Book for International Students?
Please download our latest Exchange Information Sheet and 2009 Guidebook for International Students.
11. Where is the application link to apply for exchange at NTU?
Nominated students can apply via our Online Application System. Please refer to Application Procedure Website for more information.
12. Do I need to mail the application package to NTU?
All supporting documents are to be submitted via our Online Application System. NO mailing of original documents is necessary.