Local University
Singapore University of Technology and Design
A ResultRoute university profile built to help families compare local degree options with clearer context on admissions fit, affordability, and route planning.
Location
8 Somapah Road, Singapore 487372
Nearby access
MRT: Upper Changi
Bus: Upper Changi Road East / SUTD
Reach the school
Phone: +65 6499 4000
Email: admissions@sutd.edu.sg
What families should pay attention to here
Transport information is already one of the most practical parts of the profile. For many families, commute time affects cost, energy, punctuality, and whether the school is sustainable day to day.
SUTD should be treated as a specific-fit local university rather than a generic degree option. Families usually make better decisions when they compare the student’s strengths, route background, and comfort with an interdisciplinary environment instead of focusing only on institutional name.
For SUTD, families should compare tuition alongside commuting, devices, project materials, and the sustainability of the full degree route. A technology-oriented environment may carry practical study costs that are clearer when viewed as a full pathway, not as isolated fees.
What to verify before applying
- Check the specific degree programme requirements, not only the university-level reputation.
- Compare route background fit, especially if the student is coming from JC, polytechnic, or another pathway.
- Verify the latest tuition and residency treatment directly with the university before deciding.
Transport services
East-side campus with Downtown Line access and nearby airport corridor routes.
Important
School information disclaimer
This profile is for general guidance only. Admissions rules, fee treatment for locals or international students, programme details, and transport information may change. Always verify important decisions directly with the school's official website or admissions office.
Who this page is most useful for
Singapore University of Technology and Design is likely to be most useful for students and parents comparing local degree routes with strong design, technology, and interdisciplinary problem-solving emphasis. It is especially relevant when learning style matters as much as course title.
Budget view
For SUTD, families should compare tuition alongside commuting, devices, project materials, and the sustainability of the full degree route. A technology-oriented environment may carry practical study costs that are clearer when viewed as a full pathway, not as isolated fees.
Decision support
SUTD should be treated as a specific-fit local university rather than a generic degree option. Families usually make better decisions when they compare the student’s strengths, route background, and comfort with an interdisciplinary environment instead of focusing only on institutional name.
What this school may lead toward
SUTD can appeal strongly to students who want a local degree route shaped around design thinking, engineering, or technology-oriented learning. This page helps frame whether that environment feels like a genuine fit before families move into course-level planning.
Suitability
This school is currently marked as potentially suitable for international students.
International applicants may consider SUTD, but fee treatment, admissions rules, and administrative requirements can change. Use this page as general planning support only and verify current official details directly with the university.
Locals, PRs, and international families
Residency matters when families compare the affordability of SUTD. Tuition treatment is only part of the picture; device costs, project work, commuting, and the total duration of study should all be included in the budgeting decision.
Useful beyond contact details
The strongest school pages help families compare transport, route fit, and fee context instead of stopping at names and addresses.
Fee table by residency
| Residency group | Fee | Amount | Period | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Student (ASEAN) | Undergraduate tuition fee | $30,200.00 | Per academic year | AY2026 subsidised tuition fee for new students. |
| International Student (Non-ASEAN) | Undergraduate tuition fee | $31,600.00 | Per academic year | AY2026 subsidised tuition fee for new students. The non-subsidised AY2026 amount was listed separately as TBC on the official page. |
| Permanent Resident | Undergraduate tuition fee | $19,350.00 | Per academic year | AY2026 subsidised tuition fee for new students. |
| Singapore Citizen | Undergraduate tuition fee | $13,500.00 | Per academic year | AY2026 subsidised tuition fee for new students. |
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