New scholarship to nurture students’ non-academic talent

NTU Singapore is launching the NTU Talent Scholarship, the University’s first scholarship that focuses on non-academic achievements, moving away from an emphasis on grades to take on a broader, more inclusive definition of meritocracy. 

It is awarded to undergraduates who are outstanding in their own fields and have made a significant societal impact representing NTU or the country.

This includes but is not limited to artistic individuals such as musicians, filmmakers, and writers; sporting professionals, leaders, and community builders, which could include entrepreneurs, healthcare advocates, and active volunteers.

Unique to the scholarship is a $5,000 grant that scholarship recipients can apply for and use to further develop their talent, be it through participating in competitions, or coming up with a social initiative that will benefit the community.

This new offering comes amid Singapore’s move to expand the definitions of success beyond academic achievements, and go beyond grades towards a meritocracy of skills, where everyone is given the chance to fulfil their potential regardless of where they start in life.