Summer: Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
The Program
Seize the opportunity to immerse yourself in a diverse perspective and build connections with fellow students from around the world.
GEM Trailblazer Summer offers a unique blend of academic programme and cross-cultural engagement in NTU campus! You may select up to two courses across five different tracks.
Program Locations
Singapore
Singapore
The Republic of Singapore, is an island country and city-state Southeast Asia. With a multicultural population,Singapore has four official languages: English, Malay, Mandarin, and Tamil. Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is one of Singapore's two major national universities. Founded in 1981, NTU is frequently ranked within the world's top 30 universities according to most major international rankings, and is widely-considered to be one of the two most prestigious universities in Singapore.The primary campus grounds are located in the western part of Singapore.
Academics
The future is hot in Asia! Spend a summer in Singapore, the perfect 'soft landing' in the heart of the fast developing Asia-Pacific region and a springboard to explore the many cultures and languages in neighbouring countries surrounding around Singapore!
NTU's unique summer programme will bring you an unforgettable summer education. Choose from 5 different tracks and experience a unique summer unlike any other!
The GEM Trailblazer Summer 2024 programme offers more than 20 courses across 5 tracks. From experiencing a full Asian cultural experience to opportunities in enhancing your future business career in Asia and staying abreast with the latest technology in 3D Printing!
Courses shall be entirely taught in English except the language courses. Each intensive course under Track 1, 3, 4 and 5 has a total teaching load of 39 to 52 hours conducted over four weeks. Only the courses under Track 2 are conducted over two weeks. Read about the course instructors. And download a copy of course syllabus to find out the details of each course.
To see what courses are available, visit NTU's GEM Trailblazer summer program brochure.
Housing and Meals
NTU has a total of 24 Halls of Residence on campus, housing some 10,200 undergraduates at any one time. They are similarly styled accommodation and are co-ed by floor or wing. Students are required to stay on-campus.
Summer students shall be housed on campus based on double occupancy at the following rates, based on the duration of their summer programme. While there are no meal plans available and no fully equipped kitchen at the hall for students to cook their meals, students can purchase economically-priced meals at any of the Hall of Residence canteens, convenience stores or food outlets located within NTU. Self-selection and changing of rooms are not allowed. Room-mates of the same gender are randomly allocated.
Check-ins at the Hall of Residences are strictly from Mon to Fri, 9:00am to 5:00pm only. Students who are arriving earlier or later then the stipulated check-in timing are required to source for temporary off-campus housing.
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4-week programme – check in on 26 June 2024
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2-week programme – check in on 26 June or 10 July 2024
Financial Information
Program Costs
| NJ Resident | non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergrad | $3,250 | $3,590 |
Program Cost includes:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Some meals
- Excursions
- Administrative Fees
- Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $2,000 |
| Meals | $300 |
| Personal Expenses | $500 |
| Total | $2,800.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
Program Costs
| NJ Resident | non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergrad | $5,130 | $5,790 |
Program Cost includes:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Some meals
- Excursions
- Administrative Fees
- Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $2,000 |
| Meals | $600 |
| Personal Expenses | $700 |
| Total | $3,300.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.