Queen's Scholars
A President's Scholar is a recipient of the most prestigious class of university undergraduate scholarships awarded to Singaporean citizens annually by the government. For the past years, on average, only two to four President's Scholarships were awarded each year. A recipient of the President's Scholarship has a legal obligation to serve in the government for a stipulated period of time after completing his or her studies in university.
To receive a President's Scholarship, one must demonstrate excellence in both academics and co-curricular activities, a strong ethos of public service, a soundness of character, and a potential to lead. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed by a selection committee chaired by the Chairman of the Public Service Commission (PSC) of Singapore.
A President's Scholarship is generally awarded concurrently with another PSC Scholarship, which could be either of the following:
- Singapore Armed Forces Overseas Scholarship (SAFOS)
- Singapore Police Force Overseas Scholarship (SPFOS)
- Overseas Merit Scholarship (OMS)
Read more about Queen's Scholars: History, Recipients
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