EXPENSES

The estimated monthly living expenses* for an international student in Singapore are outlined below:

Expense Type Cost
Accommodation On-campus housing (subject to availability)
S$900– S$1,800
Renting a room in a public housing apartment
S$700 – S$1,000
Renting a room in a private apartment
S$1,000 – S$2,000
Renting a 3-bedroom private apartment
S$4,000 onward
Meals S$300 – S$800
Transport (within Singapore) S$80 – S$200 (buses and trains)
Healthcare S$52 – S$112 per consultation with a General Practitioner
Personal Expenses S$200 – S$350
Mobile phone & broadband subscription S$98 – S$280

*Actual amounts will vary, depending on the individual’s lifestyle, but you should budget a minimum of S$19,500 per year for living expenses in Singapore.
Sources: EDB Singapore and NUS Hostel & Meal Plan Rates