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Foreign students accepted into an approved full-time course generally need a Student’s Pass unless they already hold an eligible long-term pass or qualify for a short-course exemption. ICA application requirements and processing times depend on the type of institution. The application is completed online through SOLAR+.
Tuition is set by each school and course. Public institutions publish different tuition rates by programme and student category; some eligible places are MOE-subsidised, while other programmes charge non-subsidised fees. International students may be eligible for the MOE Tuition Grant for selected programmes and institutions; accepting it carries a service obligation to work for a Singapore entity for three years after graduation. Private-school fees vary by provider. There is no meaningful nationwide annual tuition range for all Student’s Pass courses.
A Student’s Pass alone does not give a general right to work. Under MOM's exemption, eligible full-time students aged 14 or older at listed institutions may work during official vacation without a work pass. During term, students at the narrower listed set of institutions may work up to 16 hours a week, or undertake an industrial attachment that contributes to graduation requirements. Students outside those rules need a work pass. Exchange students are not eligible for the exemption.
| Program | Type | Duration | Min degree | Work | PR path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment Pass | Work permit | 24 mo–36 mo | Any | No | Yes |
| Fee | Type | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student’s Pass Application Fee | Application | $35 | One time |
| Student’s Pass Issuance Fee | Issuance | $47 | One time |
| Multiple Journey Visa Fee | Visa | $23 | One time |
The Student’s Pass is issued for the course and subject to ICA's conditions; ICA does not state one universal initial duration or maximum duration. Students must cancel the pass within seven days after ceasing or terminating their studies. Medical examination requirements depend on the applicant's IPA letter. Institution-specific health insurance requirements are not a universal Student’s Pass condition. A Student’s Pass does not create a general dependant route. ICA separately allows a Singapore citizen or PR sponsor to apply for an LTVP for one parent or grandparent of a student child; this is not a dependent entitlement conferred on all Student’s Pass holders. Graduates may seek an employer-sponsored Employment Pass if they meet current MOM criteria. ICA's permanent-residence eligibility for students is specifically for students who passed a national examination or are in the Integrated Programme, and approval remains discretionary. No general graduate job-search stay or automatic conversion after graduation was confirmed.
Last verified Oct 9, 2026 Last changed Oct 9, 2026 Source
clarified student PR eligibility is conditional and not a general tertiary graduate pathway; removed general citizenship progression claim (ica.gov.sg).
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