What is the cost of living in NUS for international students?
Estimated Costs (Monthly)
Estimated Cost (Per Month) On-Campus Off-Campus
Accommodation S$500 – S$900* S$650 – S$1800*
Food (3 meals a day) S$300 – S$500 S$400 – S$800
Public Transport S$100 – S$200 – S$300
Personal expenses (Telecommunication, toiletries, clothing etc.) S$300 – S$500 S$300 – S$500

Cost of Living at NUS for international students
Given below is an idea of the annual cost required to stay at NUS:
| Living Costs | Average Expense per Academic Year |
|---|---|
| Accommodation* | On-campus: S$4,900 (INR 3.19 L) Off-campus: Market rate |
| Meals | S$ 2,600 (INR 1.7 L) |
| Personal Expenses | S$2,200 (INR 1.4 L) |
| Transportation within Singapore | S$800 (INR 52.1 K) |
| Average Cost of Books/Supplies | S$400 (INR 26 K) |
| Total Estimated Costs excluding Accommodation | S$6,000 (INR 3.91 L) |
| Total Estimated Costs including Accommodation | S$10,900 (INR 7.10 L) |
Source: National University of Singapore
*Cost is subject to change with progressive years. We recommend students to check the latest cost on the university website.
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