SAF Academic Award

A sponsorship for undergraduate studies, designed to help existing in-service personnel upgrade their skills and credentials.

Last updated 2 May 2025

RSAF soldiers throwing their caps at a ceremony.

A sponsorship for undergraduate studies, designed to help existing in-service personnel upgrade their skills and credentials.

Application period

Open for applications from September - December annually

What it covers

Full tuition fees and other approved academic charges

Eligibility criteria

Singapore citizens or permanent residents intending to take up citizenship
Qualify for a place in a local university
Good co-curricular activities (CCA) record
Strong leadership qualities
Qualify for and excel in Officer Cadet School
Possess a strong interest in a military career

Accepted courses of study

You may choose any of the following disciplines:

Arts / Social Sciences
Computer Science
Economics
Engineering
International Relations
Law*
Life Sciences
Mathematics
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Political Science
Psychology
Science / Natural Sciences

Things to note:
*If you intend to pursue a degree in Law, do note that you will not be called to the Bar while serving in the SAF.

If you are pursuing a professional course, you are not eligible.
(Dentistry, Medicine, Architecture etc.)

If you are pursuing a Master's degree, you must complete your studies within 4 years.

If you already have started your course in university, you may still apply for the Mid-Term SAF Academic Award (SAA). If your application is successful, you will receive a backdated portion of the monthly allowance and fee sponsorship that you missed out on earlier.

Is there a bond?

The bond will be for 4 years, and will commence immediately upon graduation and return to service.

Start your career with RSAF under the SAF Academic Award.

Application period: September - December annually

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