QS World Ranking
#15
Acceptance Rate
33%
Annual Tuition (USD)
$27,000
On-Campus Housing
Available
QS Best Student City
#11
Singapore
Application Deadline
March 20
via Direct
Student Body
Total Enrollment
33,000
students
International Students
30%
US % data not publicly reported
Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.
Why This School
World's fastest-rising young university with a stunning campus and cutting-edge research facilities.
QS Subject Rankings 2025
Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject
Notes for US Students
One of Asia's youngest and fastest-rising universities. Beautiful campus. All programs in English.
Admission Criteria
Key requirements for US students applying to Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Acceptance Rate
33%
Selective
Application System
Direct
Deadline
March 20
Instruction Language
English
School Type
Public
Annual Tuition
$27,000
Requirements Checklist for US Applicants
- Apply directly via NTU by February 28
- SAT 1400+ or ACT 32+ (or IB 36+)
- Strong academic record (top 15% of class)
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90+
- Personal statement required
Class Size
Academic Calendar
Requirements may vary by program. Always verify with the university's official admissions page.
Admission Details
- Language of Instruction
- English
- Estimated Annual Tuition
- ~$27,000 / year
- Application Deadline
- March 20
- Application System
- Direct
- School Type
- Public
- Acceptance Rate
- 33%
- QS Best Student City (Singapore)
- #11 globally
Programs Offered
Scholarships to Explore
- ✓Nanyang Scholarship
- ✓ASEAN Scholarship
Cost of Living — Singapore
Moderate CostEstimated monthly total
$1,500
vs. avg US college student
21% cheaper
US avg ~$1,900/mo
Singapore is expensive overall but student halls and hawker centre meals ($2–4) keep costs manageable. Excellent public transit.
Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.
About Studying at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) as a US Student
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is located in Singapore, Singapore and is ranked #15in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Engineering, Sciences, Business, Arts & Humanities, Medicine. Instruction is offered in English. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$27,000 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 33%. Applications are submitted through Direct with a deadline of March 20. Scholarships available include the Nanyang Scholarship.