- NUS ranks 8th in the world and 1st in Asia in the QS World University Rankings 2026, the only Asian university in the global top ten
- The NUS MBA is ranked number one in Asia for the third consecutive year and 23rd globally in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2026
- Full-time NUS MBA tuition is S$99,953 including GST for the 2026 intake.
What Is NUS Business School?
NUS Business School is the graduate and undergraduate business school of the National University of Singapore, Asia's leading university. Housed within an institution that traces its roots to 1905, it is internationally accredited and best known for its flagship MBA, which blends global management theory with a distinctly Asian business perspective.
The National University of Singapore is the oldest higher-education institution in Singapore, which began as a medical school of 23 students in 1905, founded by a group of businessmen led by Tan Jiak Kim. Today NUS educates about 44,900 students across 15 colleges, faculties and schools spread over three campuses at Kent Ridge, Bukit Timah and Outram, drawing students from more than 100 countries.
- Three campuses: Kent Ridge, Bukit Timah and Outram
- 15 colleges, faculties and schools, including Duke-NUS Medical School and the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
- About 44,900 students in 2024/25 from more than 100 countries
- Academic partnerships with Duke University and Yale University
- Consistently ranked among the world's top ten universities
How Is NUS Ranked in 2026?
In the QS World University Rankings 2026, NUS placed 8th in the world and 1st in Asia, the only Asian university in the global top ten. Its business school is equally strong: the NUS MBA is ranked number one in Asia for the third consecutive year and 23rd worldwide in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2026.
NUS remains among the top 0.5 per cent of universities globally and had a record 28 subjects placed in the global top ten in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. The NUS MBA now sits among the top 6 per cent of the 390 MBA programmes assessed worldwide by QS, cementing its status as Asia's leading MBA.
| Ranking 2026 | NUS Result |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | 8th globally, 1st in Asia |
| QS Global MBA Rankings | 23rd globally, 1st in Asia |
| QS subjects in global top 10 | 28 subjects |
What Does the NUS MBA Cost in 2026?
For the 2026 intake, full-time NUS MBA tuition is S$99,953 inclusive of GST, payable as an acceptance fee of S$10,900 followed by two semester instalments of S$44,526.50 each. Students should also budget for living costs, housing, insurance and personal expenses on top of the tuition fee itself.
The fee is spread across three instalments, letting students phase the financial commitment over the 17-month programme. A part-time NUS MBA route is also available, usually taking 24 to 30 months, with the tuition split across additional semester payments for working professionals.
| NUS MBA Fee 2026 | Amount (SGD) |
|---|---|
| On acceptance (2026) | S$10,900 |
| Semester 1 (2026) | S$44,526.50 |
| Semester 2 (2027) | S$44,526.50 |
| Total tuition (incl. GST) | S$99,953 |
How Do You Apply to NUS?
NUS admission is entirely online. Applicants research their chosen programme and its eligibility, submit personal, contact and academic details along with test scores such as IELTS, TOEFL, SAT or GMAT, pay the application fee and upload supporting documents before the deadline. Shortlisted candidates may sit an entrance test or interview before receiving an offer.
- Research NUS programmes and confirm the eligibility criteria for your chosen discipline
- Complete the online application with personal, contact and academic details plus test scores such as IELTS, TOEFL, SAT or GMAT
- Pay the application fee and upload all supporting documents before the deadline
- Track your application status and attend any entrance test or interview if required
- Accept the offer promptly once you are selected
What Courses Does NUS Offer?
NUS delivers a broad, multidisciplinary curriculum through 15 colleges, faculties and schools, allowing students to cross-register modules and transfer between courses. Fields span business, computing, engineering, law, medicine, dentistry, design, science, music, public health and public policy, alongside interdisciplinary programmes such as the College of Humanities and Sciences and numerous joint degrees.
- Business (NUS Business School)
- Arts and Social Sciences
- Computing
- Design and Engineering
- Law
- Medicine (Yong Loo Lin School)
- Dentistry
- Science
- Music (Yong Siew Toh Conservatory)
- Public Health (Saw Swee Hock School)
- Public Policy (Lee Kuan Yew School)
- College of Humanities and Sciences
- Continuing and Lifelong Education
What Are NUS Business School's MBA Placements?
The NUS MBA has strong graduate outcomes, with most students moving into consulting, finance, technology and general management roles across Asia and beyond. NUS does not run a traditional placement cell; instead recruiters engage students directly on campus through career fairs, company presentations and internships that often lead to full-time offers after graduation.
Because Singapore is a regional business and financial hub, many multinational employers recruit NUS graduates on campus. Full-time students tend to secure employment faster, and the school's careers team supports networking, internships and industry projects that connect students with employers throughout the programme.
What Scholarships Does NUS Offer?
NUS offers a wide range of scholarships for both Singaporean and international students, including the NUS Freshmen and Undergraduate Scholarships awarded on academic merit, leadership and character. Indian and other international applicants can access dedicated awards, while postgraduate scholarships are highly competitive and merit-based; exact terms change yearly and are published on the NUS website.
- NUS Freshmen Scholarship for Singapore citizens
- NUS Freshmen Scholarship for Singapore Permanent Residents
- NUS Freshmen Scholarship for international students
- NUS Undergraduate Scholarships awarded on merit
- Merit-based postgraduate and MBA scholarships
Who Are NUS's Notable Alumni?
NUS counts many of Singapore's most influential figures among its alumni, including several Presidents and Prime Ministers. Notable names include former Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong, former President Tony Tan, former President S R Nathan and Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon, reflecting the university's long-standing role in shaping the nation's public and business leadership.
- Goh Chok Tong, Singapore's second Prime Minister
- Tony Tan, Singapore's seventh President
- S R Nathan, Singapore's longest-serving President
- Sundaresh Menon, Chief Justice of Singapore
- K S Rajah, former Judicial Commissioner of the Supreme Court of Singapore