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Estimated monthly expenses for undergraduates

We estimate that full-time undergraduates studying in NUS, living conservatively, may reasonably incur the following monthly expenses.


Items Cost
Accommodation
Single room in an on-campus hall of residence $258 to $473
Double room in an on-campus hall of residence $172
Single room in a private apartment or house off-campus $300 to $600
Apartment rental in an off-campus private accommodation $1,000 to $1,200
Food
Halls of Residence only (Meal Plans) $86 to $112
University Canteens / Food Courts $300 to $450
Books and stationery
Varies with course $80 to $100
Transport
Concession Travel on Public Buses $52
Concession Travel on Public Trains $45
Concession Travel on Both Public Buses and Trains $97
Travel Expenses on Public Buses / Trains (without concession) $100 to $150
Personal expenses
Toiletries, clothing, groceries, entertainments, etc. $100 to $300
    Notes:
  1. The costs have been derived based on a conservative estimate for a reasonably comfortable lifestyle. The actual amount could be higher and lower depending on individual student's expenditure and lifestyle pattern.
  2. Monthly costs are based on 4.3 x weekly rates.
  3. All amounts stated are in Singapore dollars
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