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People's Association Scholarship

The People's Association (PA) Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship for outstanding students who are passionate about community growth and development. As a PA Scholar, you will embark on a purposeful and fulfilling career in community organisation and leadership – gaining hands-on exposure to community projects and grassroots work and engaging directly with grassroots leaders and PA leaders. Through the scholarship, PA develops future leaders who will contribute to building a caring and united Singapore.


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Application Period: 15 Dec 2026 to 31 Mar 2027

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  • Eligibility

  • Terms & Benefits

  • Development Programmes

  • Career Pathway

  • How to Apply

  • FAQ

Eligibility

All applicants must:

  • Be Singapore Citizens

  • Have excellent academic results in GCE 'A' Level, International Baccalaureate, NUS High School Diploma, Polytechnic Diploma with merit, other high school diploma or equivalent

  • Demonstrate strong leadership qualities displayed through active participation in Co-Curricular Activities and/or community or volunteer service

  • Have a genuine passion for working with people to spark and nurture community participation for a caring and united Singapore

For mid-term scholarship, in addition to the above, applicants must also:

  • Have completed at least one semester of undergraduate studies

  • Not be in the final year of studies

  • Have good university academic results

Course and Country of Study

Scholars may pursue a diverse range of courses relevant to PA's work, subject to approval. Courses such as Law, Medicine, Dentistry, and Architecture are not eligible.

  • PA Scholarship (Local) is tenable at local universities only.

  • PA Scholarship (Overseas) is tenable at overseas or local universities, subject to approval.