Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in Singapore
We compared 13 universities in Singapore — typical tuition is ₹11.48 L a year.
Universities13
Typical tuition₹11.48 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹51K – ₹25.18 Llowest course fee
Cities1
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 13 — Best Universities in Singapore
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 13 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
East Asia Institute of Management-Queen Margaret University
Singapore
from ₹9.27 L/yrTuition
4Courses
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National University of Singapore | Singapore | — | — | 40 |
| Nanyang Technological University | Singapore | — | ₹13.3 L | 36 |
| Singapore University of Technology and Design | Singapore | — | — | 5 |
| East Asia Institute of Management-Queen Margaret University | Singapore | — | ₹9.27 L | 4 |
| James Cook University - Singapore | Singapore | — | ₹25.18 L | 4 |
| TUM Asia | Singapore | — | ₹51K | 4 |
| Amity Global Institute | Singapore | — | — | 3 |
| London School of Business and Finance | Singapore | — | ₹5.69 L | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Singapore?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore University of Technology and Design, East Asia Institute of Management-Queen Margaret University, James Cook University - Singapore. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Singapore?
Across 7 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹11.48 L a year, ranging from ₹51K to ₹25.18 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Singapore?
TUM Asia has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹51K a year.
How many universities are covered?
13 universities match this guide; the top 13 are shown.
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