Bachelor's
Fees + S$5,800/yr + S$3,000
Singapore Management University
Singapore, Singapore
"A city-campus public university for business, law, economics and computing"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#511 (QS)
PSW VISA
1 year (LTVP)
About Singapore Management University
Singapore Management University (SMU) was founded in 2000 as Singapore's third public autonomous university. It has eight schools covering accountancy, business, economics, computing and information systems, law and social sciences, plus graduate research. SMU is known for small-class, seminar-style teaching and its city campus in downtown Singapore. Its Lee Kong Chian School of Business holds AACSB and EQUIS accreditation. International students can apply for the MOE Tuition Grant, which lowers fees but requires working for a Singapore-registered entity for 3 years after graduation.
Rankings & Recognition
#511
Ranked #511 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #411 in QS 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Autonomous university (MOE)
AACSB (business)
EQUIS (business)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Singapore Management University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
19.4#
Employer Reputation
27.4#
Faculty / Student
14.2#
Citations / Faculty
30.9#
Intl. Faculty
100.0#
Intl. Students
83.2#
Intl. Research Network
23.0#
Employment Outcomes
38.1#
Sustainability
58.9#
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Key Facts
2000
Founded
9,143
Total Students
3,311
International Students
614
Faculty
8
Schools
Popular Programs
Business Management
Accountancy
Economics
Computer Science
Information Systems
Law
Application Details
Application Route
Applicant Self Service portal
Application Fee
S$15
Intake
August
2026 Window
17 Nov 2025 - 19 Mar 2026
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
7.0 (Reading 7.0, Writing 6.5) |
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TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026)
|
5 (Reading 5, Writing 4.5) |
|
C1 Advanced
|
185 (Reading 185, Writing 176) |
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PTE Academic
|
66 (Reading 66, Writing 56) |
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IELTS (Law)
|
7.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
Student's Pass (ICA)
Post-Study Work
1 year (LTVP)
Green Card Pathway
Employment Pass route
Financials
Application Fee
S$15
Avg Scholarship
Subsidised fees + S$5,800/yr
Career Outcomes
38%
Placement Ratio
1 year (LTVP)
Post-Study Work
16 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty — 614
International Faculty — 68%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
SMU's city campus is in the Bras Basah-Bugis area of downtown Singapore, close to the civic district and the central business district.
Campus Details
1
city campus
9
143
students
614
faculty
Campus Forecast
Warmest (May): 26 to 32 C
Coldest (Jan): 24 to 31 C
Climate: Tropical rainforest
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Mostly private rental nearby
Dining
Campus: Cafes and city food courts
Health & Wellness
Student medical insurance scheme
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Community service
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
9,143
International Students
3,311
Undergraduate
79%
Postgraduate
21%
Cost Deep-Dive
Most programmes (grant)
S$26,200 / year
Most programmes (no grant)
S$47,700 / year
Laws (grant)
S$30,450 / year
Laws (no grant)
S$56,150 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
SMU admits undergraduates once a year in August. The 2026 application window for international qualifications ran from 17 Nov 2025 to 19 Mar 2026, with test scores due by 31 Mar 2026; dates for 2027 follow a similar pattern. Fees shown are for AY2026/27, include 9% GST and stay fixed for 4 years. International students can apply for the MOE Tuition Grant, which lowers fees but requires working for a Singapore-registered entity for 3 years after graduation.
Scholarships at Singapore Management University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Strong school results + one test (SAT, ACT, IELTS 7.0, TOEFL, PTE)
Postgraduate
Good bachelor's degree; GMAT/GRE and English test (varies)
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
7.0 (Reading 7.0, Writing 6.5)TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026)
5 (Reading 5, Writing 4.5)C1 Advanced
185 (Reading 185, Writing 176)PTE Academic
66 (Reading 66, Writing 56)IELTS (Law)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Completion certificates
English test result
Personal statement / CV (postgraduate)
Recommendation letters (if required)
Financial evidence
Passport-size photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme page for entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply through the SMU Applicant Self Service portal before the closing date.
3
Pay fee
Pay the S$15 application fee if charged.
4
Receive offer
Wait for the admission outcome and offer letter.
5
Accept offer
Accept the offer and complete fee or Tuition Grant steps where they apply.
6
Student's Pass
Apply for the Student's Pass via ICA SOLAR (S$45 processing + S$60 issuance), then arrive and complete formalities.
Campus & Location
SMU's city campus is in the Bras Basah-Bugis area of downtown Singapore, close to the civic district and the central business district.
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