Readying Yourself

Congratulations on accepting your offer to Nanyang Technological University (NTU)!

You will receive a registration email from the NTU Office of Admissions with instructions on matriculation and enrolment. Please read the instructions carefully and complete all required steps to officially begin your studies at NTU. A comprehensive guide highlighting important dates and deadlines is available for your reference.

Your Matriculation Number will be displayed on screen after acceptance. Other steps after this can only be completed after you have obtained your Matriculation Number.

Note: You must complete the online matriculation in July 2026 after obtaining your matriculation number to be officially registered as a student of NTU.

NTU offers a range of on-campus housing options, including student halls and graduate housing.

  • First-year undergraduate students are guaranteed on-campus housing.
  • To be eligible to apply for accommodation in the Halls of Residence, you must be a full-time, matriculated, campus-based undergraduate student and complete online matriculation by the given deadline.
  • International students must ensure their Student's Pass is valid throughout their stipulated period of Hall stay.
  • Subsequent housing applications are typically competitive and based on availability, eligibility, and past contributions.
  • Cost of rental from halls and rooms differ, see here.
  • Alternative housing options such as nearby housing estates also differ in cost of living. NTU has a guide for safely renting in Singapore.

For the latest policies and application details, please refer to the NTU Housing website.

As required by the Singapore Government, international students must hold a valid Student’s Pass issued by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).

NTU will provide guidance on the Student’s Pass application process after you accept your offer. Refer to NTU’s official Student's Pass information page for updated procedures and timelines.

  • International students must complete formalities with the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).
  • NTU will inform you about Student’s Pass collection or verification appointments.

Ensure you attend your assigned slot and bring all required documents.

All full-time international students must complete a pre-enrolment medical check-up before the start of their academic programme.

  • Health screening for Semester 1, AY2026–27 should start in May 2026, and not earlier, to ensure the medical report is valid within the required three-month period before the semester begins.
  • Completing the health screening too early may result in the report expiring before the term starts.
  • The screening can be done locally in Singapore by Raffles Medical Group (RMG) or Overseas.

You may also refer to the NTU Pre-Enrolment Medical Check-up under the International Students tab for more information.

Suggested items to bring:

  • Sufficient cash or internationally accepted cards/e-wallets
  • Business casual or formal attire (for presentations, interviews, or networking events)
  • Personal medications and prescriptions (do check Health Sciences Authority (HSA) guidelines for bringing medications into Singapore.)
  • Cultural or traditional attire (for cultural events)

Additional notes:

  • Refer to the Singapore Customs website for import regulations and duty-free allowances.
  • Daily necessities (groceries, electronics, furniture) are easily available in Singapore and can be purchased after arrival.
  • Singapore uses Type G power plugs, 230V, 50Hz.

If you are staying on campus, check what is already provided before purchasing furniture or appliances.

Planning ahead for the financial commitment of full-time undergraduate studies at NTU is essential.

The cost estimates provided are derived from an average of projections across different schools and do not include accommodation or expenses during vacation periods. These figures are not prescriptive but rather serve as a general reference to help students gauge the typical spending required during your time at NTU.

ItemEstimated Monthly Expense
Meals$450 - $630
Personal Expenses$230 - $330
Transport for travel within Singapore$150 - $250
Telecommunication
(NTU Campus is Wi-Fi enabled)		$50 onwards
(Depending on usage/package subscription)
TOTAL$1,300 - $1,600
Note: Textbooks and Course material$200 - $500 per academic year

Students admitted to undergraduate courses of study in NTU are required to take the Qualifying English Test (e-QET) unless they meet the exemption criteria. Students who fail the QET will be required to take Introduction to Academic Communication (HW0001) as a subject of study.

Students who are exempted from QET or HW0001 Introduction to Academic Communication can register for any language electives and selected Communication Skill courses.

NTU offers a variety of orientation programmes to smoothly transition freshmen into their university journey, student life, and campus culture.

An Orientation briefing for International Students will be held in the first week of August (exact dates released in June) to introduce Singaporean culture, buddy systems, and academic expectations.

The NTU Academic Calendar outlines:

  • Semester dates
  • Teaching weeks
  • Examination periods
  • Public holidays

Classes may not begin in the first week for all courses.
Always check your course details on NTU’s learning platforms and your NTU email for updates.

After completing matriculation, you will receive your NTU network account and official NTU email.

  • Your NTU email is the primary channel for academic and administrative communication.
  • You are encouraged to set it up early and link it to your preferred email client.

NTU’s IT Services provide setup guides for email, learning platforms, Wi‑Fi, and other essential digital tools. If you require more support, send an enquiry to the IT Service Counter.

Some commonly used NTU platforms and services include: