About the Financial Award
Established in 2026, the objective of the Grant is to support full-time undergraduates at the University, with demonstrated financial needs, to embark on an overseas exchange programme with one of the University’s partner universities in Asia, in order to allow them to have a more well-rounded worldview.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates shall be full-time undergraduate students at the University who are Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Candidates must have demonstrated evidence of family household income throughout the tenure of the Exchange Grant (not exceeding the gross monthly household per capita income in accordance with the prevailing income level for government-funded bursaries) [Priority will be given to students with verified per capita income (PCI) and/or Gross Household Income (GHI)]
Benefits
• Valued at S$5,000 (cash allowance to cover exchange-related expenses)
• Tenable for one semester of study abroad with any of the University’s partner universities in Asia
Conditions of Award
- The Recipient must submit a bursary application to validate their household income
- 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
Application
Applications will be invited through Centre for Global Education and Opportunities' call for exchange applications:
- January to February (Fall exchange application)
- June to July (Spring exchange application)
Apply via Oasis > All Apps (Financial Aid Application)
Enquiries
Centre for Student Financial Assistance
Office of Admissions and Financial Assistance
Email: finasst@smu.edu.sg
About the Donor
The Coach Talent Asia Exchange Grant is established by Coach Talent Pte Ltd, a coaching, training, and consulting firm that empowers individuals and leaders to grow their potential, strengthen relationships, and adopt a mindset for lifelong learning and success.
This grant is made possible by SMU alumna Ms. Sharon Seet (MHCL 2018), Founder and Director of Coach Talent Pte Ltd. Sharon’s own university journey—working full-time while studying part-time—shaped her belief in the importance of support and mentorship. Without access to a mentor or career coach during her early years, she is now committed to offering that guidance to others.
The grant supports SMU students pursuing overseas learning opportunities that broaden their perspectives and enrich their academic and personal development. Through the grant, Sharon hopes to ease the financial pressures of students so that they can fully embrace their exchange experience, dream bigger, and shine brighter—both abroad and beyond.