Top 10 University in Singapore (2025 Edition)

Singapore has positioned itself as a major education hub in Asia. With globally recognized universities, government support and multicultural environment, Singapore offers international students a high-quality academic experience in a modern and innovative country. A sweet learning spot for many Indonesian students.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore, there are six publicly funded universities, two of them include National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

In addition, Singapore hosts several top global institutions with regional campuses like Massachusetts University of Technology (MIT), Johns Hopkins University, Georgia Technological University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, INSEAD, and Wharton Business School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Singaporean universities offer a wide range of programs in high-demand fields such as Business, Engineering, Science, and Information Technology. With English as the primary language of instruction and government funded financial aid, it is no surprise that Singapore remains a preferred study destinations for global students.

Top 10 University in Singapore (QS & WUR 2025 Rankings)

National University of Singapore (NUS)

National University of Singapore (NUS) is a leading research university in Asia and the world. The university offers a global approach to educational and research programs.

In 2023, NUS graduates are ranked 9th in global employability. Every year, 3.000 undergraduates pay $0 in tuition due to enhanced financial aid.

NUS offers 60 Undergraduate programs, 55 second major courses, 35 joint degrees, 72 double degrees. NUS alumni occupy strategic positions such as prime ministers, CEOs of leading companies, parliament chairs, and other important positions.

Some of the majors targeted at NUS are Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, and Bachelor of Science in Physics.

Nanyang Technological University (NTU)

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is a global university founded on the basis of science and technology in 1955, which has a vision of educating leaders and creating social impact through interdisciplinary education and research.

With qualified campus facilities, this university has 33 thousand undergraduate and postgraduate students studying in various faculties such as Biomedicine, Engineering, Business, and Humanities.

An interesting fact about NTU is that the university houses the national monument of the Chinese Heritage Center, which is a monument containing knowledge and understanding of Chinese ethnic community.

Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)

Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is a design-centric university focused on architecture, IT, and science. The university is ranked 440th in the world according to the QS World University Rankings 2025.

SUTD focuses on the development of knowledge in the fields of architecture, design, information technology, and science. This unique combination of programs prepares students for brilliant careers in the digital age.

Singapore Management University (SMU)

Singapore Management University (SMU) is a private university founded in 2000. In 1999, the Wharton Research Centre partnered with SMU through the Wharton-SMU agreement. As a result, SMU established four schools, three campus centers, and a library in the year of the agreement. The university is known for implementing the American curriculum.

SMU is ranked 585th in the QS World University Rankings 2025. With excellent study programs Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Bachelor of Business Management in Marketing, Bachelor of Business Administration, and Bachelor of Social Science.

SMU offers undergraduate, graduate, professional, and specialized programs in a variety of study programs that allow students to choose based on interests. SMU also houses international students from various countries.

PSB Academy

PSB Academy offers transformative education with a focus on the needs of the new economy. The academy has 13,000 students from 50 countries, creating an inclusive learning environment.

With a wide range of programs ranging from certificates, diplomas, to degrees, PSB Academy allows students to tailor their studies to career goals. Focusing its output in practical working skills, PSB Academy provides career guidance, career fairs, and workshops to prepare students.

According to a survey conducted by PSB Academy in 2021, 8 out of 10 graduates work within 6 months after graduation. With modern facilities and a strategic location, PSB Academy is an educational destination for students who wants to immediately accepted into the job industry.

James Cook University Singapore

James Cook University Singapore is a university originally based in Australia. The university offers a variety of programs such as information technology, psychology, and business for undergraduate levels, as well as MBA, Master’s of Information Technology, and Master’s of Psychology programs for graduate levels.

JCU is a favorite university for international students like Indonesia because it offers a variety of study programs.

JCU is ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world. If you are registered as a JCU student, you also have the opportunity to study at the Singapore campus and later at the Australian campus.

LASALLE College of the Arts

LASALLE College of the Arts is a renowned arts institution in Singapore that collaborates with Goldsmiths, University of London to provide advanced art education. LASALLE is a pioneer in educating the art generation in Asia.

As a non-profit educational institution supported by the Ministry of Education of Singapore, LASALLE offers a wide range of diploma and degree programs in fine arts, design, film, media arts, fashion, music, theatre, art therapy, Asian art history, and art management. With a progressive approach, the university creates a collaborative and interactive learning environment to nurture creativity and innovation.

Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)

Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) is a leading arts institution in Singapore with a long history of educating the creative generation. NAFA is known for its high-quality academic programs, focusing on the practice of the arts, and an extensive network in the international creative industry.

As part of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), NAFA offers globally recognised degrees, providing a competitive edge in the art world. The academy provides programs ranging from diplomas, bachelor’s, short-term courses.

ESSEC Asia-Pacific

ESSEC Asia-Pacific Singapore is part of the ESSEC Business School’s international network. ESSEC is a world-class business education center located in Singapore. ESSEC provides a global educational experience in the Asian Region aimed at students interested in business, management, and innovation.

ESSEC programs are globally ranked, even included in the Financial Times’ 10 Best Business Schools in Europe. With a progressive educational approach, students can build skills that are relevant to the needs of the global economy. This university is also present in Jakarta.

Kaplan Higher Education Institute

Kaplan Higher Education Institute is one of the largest education providers in the world. With an extensive global network, Kaplan, Inc. serves more than one million students in more than 500 locations worldwide, including in Indonesia.

As one of Singapore’s leading education centers, Kaplan Higher Education features full-time programs designed to help students complete their studies in a shorter period of time with an official degree from universities from the UK to Ireland.

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Singapore is a strategic and accessible destination for international education, especially for Indonesian students. With globally ranked universities, English-taught programs, modern infrastructure, and government financial aid, the city-state provides a comprehensive and career-driven academic experience.

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