The Ee Family International Exchange Grant

Established in 2025, the objective of the The Ee Family International Exchange Grant is to support full-time undergraduates at the University, with demonstrated financial needs, to embark on an international exchange programme with one of the University’s partner universities, in order to allow them to have a more well-rounded worldview.

•    Candidates shall be full-time Year 1 undergraduate students at the University enrolled with any of the following schools:
    o    College of Integrative Studies
    o    Lee Kong Chian School of Business
    o    School of Accountancy
    o    School of Computing and Information Systems
    o    School of Economics
    o    School of Social Sciences

•    Candidates shall be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents.

•    Preference will be given to students embarking to Asia.

•    Candidates must have demonstrated evidence of family household income where the gross monthly per capita income is in accordance with prevailing Singapore Ministry of Education guidelines throughout the tenure of the Exchange Grant.
 

•    $5,800 (cash allowance to cover exchange-related expenses)
•    Tenable for one semester of study abroad with SMU partner university 

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)

Centre for Student Financial Assistance
Office of Admissions and Financial Assistance
Email: finasst@smu.edu.sg

Alumnus Darrell Ee (BAcc, Class of 2007) is a dedicated sportsman who embodied perseverance, commitment, and teamwork throughout his academic and athletic journey. As Captain of the SMU water polo team and a member of the National water polo team, Darrell’s dedication culminated in a gold medal at the 2003 SEA Games. His success in academics and sports was made possible by SMU’s unwavering support, which helped him manage the demands of a rigorous curriculum alongside his athletic commitments.

The values instilled through sports—discipline, teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship—have been integral to Darrell’s success. These principles shaped his approach to life and business, inspiring him to give back to his alma mater. He believes that just as sportsmanship taught him to support and uplift others, his contribution to SMU’s The Ee Family Study Award and The Ee Family International Exchange Grant will empower future generations of students to thrive despite financial barriers.

His generous gift in celebration of SMU’s 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee is a reflection of his gratitude and a powerful expression of his commitment to nurturing the next wave of leaders, just as SMU nurtured him.