Tanoto Scholarship (BEACON Programme)

The scholarship is part of the Tanoto Foundation’s BEACON programme, which aims to holistically develop the generation of leaders as future-ready global citizens who meaningfully contribute to their communities and countries. The programme comprises structured leadership development training, opportunities for experiential learning, networking and community service, in addition to tuition grants via the scholarship.

• Full-time incoming freshman of Indonesia or Chinese Citizenship or Singapore Permanent Resident of Indonesia or Chinese Citizenship
• Outstanding academic results (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00)
• Proficient in English
• Active involvement in co-curricular activities and/or community service
• Good leadership skills and character records
• Preference will be given to those with demonstrated financial need

• $26,000 per annum (towards subsidised tuition fees)
• Tenable for up to 4 years of the recipient’s academic studies, subject to continued observance of the eligibility criteria and the terms and conditions of award

• No bond is required under the terms of this Scholarship
• The Recipient must not hold any other awards of similar nature during the tenure of the Award, except with the prior written approval of the University

If you want to be considered for this scholarship, indicate your interest in the Scholarship section of the online admission application. No separate scholarship form is needed

Special consideration is given to applicants with financial needs. After you have submitted your admission application. You are required to submit a separate bursary application form via the Applicant’s Self Service from 1 January 1 to 31 May

Click HERE for the checklist

Office of Admissions and Financial Assistance
Email: admissions@smu.edu.sg 

The Tanoto Foundation is an independent family philanthropy organisation founded by Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto in 1981. Based on its core belief that quality education accelerates equal opportunity, the Tanoto Foundation focuses on making an impact in three areas: Improving learning environments, developing future leaders, and supporting medical research and sciences.