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South West CDC

South West Tertiary Grant

Helping students from low-income families defray their general education expenses.

Last updated 26 January 2026

The South West Tertiary Grant is set up to help students from low-income families, defray their general education expenses such as transport, sports, wellness and self-development courses. Successful applicants will receive $600 in grant.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Resident of South West District;

  • Full-time student at localised tertiary institutions (polytechnics, universities, NAFA or LaSalle);

  • Singapore Citizen or at least one immediate family member is a Singapore Citizen; and

  • Combined Gross Monthly Household Income of $3,500 or Per Capita Household Income of $1,000, whichever is lower.

Required Supporting Documents

  • Applicant’s NRIC

  • Student Matriculation Card

  • Latest result slip (for students in their second year and above)

  • Copy of payslip / CPF Contribution History statement / Income Tax Statement for all working and non-working members in the household except for students and NSman

How to Apply?

Submit your application online (opens in new tab) or visit your nearest Community Club/Centre to pick up and submit a hardcopy application.

Contact Us

For further clarifications, please email us at swcdc_bursaries@pa.gov.sg (opens in new tab).

Download the South West Tertiary Grant Poster here (opens in new tab)