Undergraduate Application Process

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SIT administers the admissions process as follows::

  • Applicants are to submit an online application via the SIT Admission Portal at: singaporetech.edu.sg.
  • Application fee payment of $16.35 (inclusive of 9% GST) can be made via online payment.
  • SIT Admissions will review all applications and only shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview assessment.
  • Applicants will be notified of their application status through the SIT Admission Portal and via email.
  • Successful applicants can accept offers by the Joint Acceptance Deadline and will receive a pre-matriculation package via email.
  • Successful applicants will need to complete the pre-matriculation procedure by a stipulated deadline

For more information about the undergraduate admission process, please visit singaporetech.edu.sg.

Applicants should possess one of the qualifications listed below:

  1. Full-Time Diploma from any local Polytechnic
    • Nanyang Polytechnic
    • Ngee Ann Polytechnic
    • Republic Polytechnic
    • Singapore Polytechnic

    • Temasek Polytechnic

      Final semester polytechnic students can apply by submitting their results for the first five semesters of their studies. Results for the sixth semester must be furnished once available.

  2. GCE A Level
    • Obtained passes in at least two H2 subjects and offered either General Paper (GP) or Knowledge & Inquiry (KI) in the same sitting
    • A pass in one of the following H2 subjects (Mathematics or Physics or Computing); or a pass in H1 Mathematics*
    • Met one of the following Mother Tongue Language (MTL) requirements**:
      • A minimum ‘S’ grade for the H1 or H2 MTL paper or General Studies in Chinese taken at the GCE A Level examination
      • Pass in the MTL ‘B’ Syllabus paper at the GCE A Level examination.
      • A minimum D7 for the higher MTL paper taken at the GCE O Level examination.
  3. International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) Obtained a minimum grade five in at least two Higher Level (HL) and one Standard Level (SL) subjects
    1. Obtained the IB Diploma
    2. A pass in one of the following HL subjects (Mathematics or Physics or Computing); or a pass in SL Mathematic*
    3. Met one of the following Mother Tongue Language (MTL) requirements**:
      • A minimum pass grade for the HL/SL MTL A: Literature.
      • A minimum pass grade for HL/SL MTL A: Language and Literature.
      • A minimum pass grade for HL/SL Language B.
      • A minimum D7 for the higher MTL paper taken at the GCE O Level examination.
  4. NUS High School Diplomas
    • Obtained the NUS High School Diploma
    • Met one of the following Mother Tongue Language (MTL) requirements**:
      • A minimum ‘S’ grade for the H1 or H2 MTL paper or General Studies in Chinese taken at the GCE A Level examination
      • Pass in the MTL ‘B’ Syllabus paper at the GCE A Level examination.

      • A minimum D7 for the higher MTL paper taken at the GCE O Level examination.

        *Applicable to BS in Computer Science in Real-Time Interactive Simulation, BS in Computer Science in Interactive Media and Game Development and BEng in Mechatronics Systems.

        **For those who are exempted from MTL, the MOE-approved subject-in-lieu will be considered as their MTL subject. Those who have not fulfilled the MTL requirement may still apply for admission with no prejudice to their application. However, if accepted, they will be required to (i) attain any of the minimum requirements as a private candidate, or (ii) attend equivalent courses conducted by language schools, which are approved by SIT, before being allowed to graduate.

  5. Diplomas from Other Institutions 

    Applicants who hold local diplomas from other local institutions and other qualifications equivalent to Year-12 formal qualifications may be considered for admission to selected programmes on a case-by-case basis. 

    Diploma from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts and LASALLE College of the Arts may be considered for admissions to BFA in Digital Arts and Animation.

  6. International Qualifications 

    SIT-DigiPen (Singapore) accepts a limited number of applicants holding international qualifications. 

    Applicants presenting an International qualification (e.g. Malaysia STPM, UEC, India Standard XII-CBSE, ISCE, Indonesia SMA UAN, Vietnam High School Graduation Certificate, etc) or other qualifications not stated in the preceding groups above, should have completed at least 12 years of formal education and may be considered for admission on a case by case basis. SAT I and SAT II will be taken into account for admission purposes, when applicable.

    In particular, applicants presenting an international qualification where the main language of instruction is not English are required to submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or its equivalent. The minimum scores required are either TOEFL 90 or IELTS 6.5. This requirement is not applicable to applicants who have completed a minimum of four years of high school education at an English-speaking school, or an International School where the primary language of instruction is English. Details will be made available on SIT’s website at singaporetech.edu.sg prior to the admissions exercise which commences in mid-January each year. 

    Please see the SIT Application Guide (International Qualifications) for more information. SIT Application Guide (International Qualification) - singaporetech.edu.sg/sites/default/files/ ApplicationGuideForInternationalQual.pdf 

    For applicants who do not fall under any of the above categories, please contact the DigiPen (Singapore) Admissions Office.

Personal Statement

To be completed within SIT’s online application portal (maximum 300 words). This section is required for ALL undergraduate applicants regardless of the program to which they are applying. Answers must be drafted and prepared before beginning the online application.

The personal statement is an important part of the application for admission. What you write will help us find out information about you that is not apparent from your application or transcripts. Proofread your essay carefully and avoid any spelling, grammar or punctuation mistakes. Please see the section below for the requirements and recommendations about completing this important component of the application.

Topic: Please address all of the following in your personal statement essay:

  • What are your reasons for applying to DigiPen (Singapore)?
  • Describe an exceptional achievement that highlights your academic and employment experience gained. How would these support your choice of programs and help you attain your goal(s) in life?
  • What are your plan(s) upon graduation?

Optional Additional Essay

You may also submit an optional essay to explain any unusual circumstances or situations that you think may have an impact on your application.

Submission

Applicants must submit their personal statement via SIT’s online application portal. Answers must be drafted and prepared before beginning the online application