Singapore Police Force Overseas Scholarships (SPFO)

The SPF Overseas Scholarship is one of the most prestigious scholarships awarded by the Public Service Commission. SPF (Overseas) Scholars are sent to renowned universities in Oxford, Cambridge and London in the UK, as well as Cornell, Pennsylvania, Chicago and Yale in the USA for undergraduate studies. SPF (O) Scholars are groomed as a leader through the Management Associate Programme (MAP) that starts from Day 1 of the scholarship and continue throughout the scholar’s studies into the 4-year MA programme upon graduation.

Eligibility

	Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents with the intention of taking up citizenship
	Strong leadership qualities and interest in a career in the SPF
	Good co-curricular activities (CCA) record
	GCE 'A' levels or equivalent e.g. International Baccalaureate (IB) Candidates offering GCE 'A' Levels: For Science Stream - Attempted 4 GCE 'A' level subjects & 2 'S' papers For Arts Stream - Attempted 3 GCE 'A' level subjects & 1 GCE 'AO' level subject & 1 'S' paper or 3 GCE 'A' level subjects & 2 'S' papers The following criteria is applicable for SPFO Scholarships awarded in 2008: To be eligible for SPFO Scholarship, candidates should offer at least 11 academic units. Candidates who do not meet academic criteria would be considered for scholarships if they have outstanding leadership qualities and CCA records
	Candidates should excel in Officer Cadet School (OCS)

Value of Award

	Tuition fees and other approved charges
	Maintenance and other allowances e.g. book, clothing, computer
	Return economy class airfare to attend annual vacation attachment programme
	Sponsorship for exchange programmes and Masters degree (if requirements are met)
	Monthly salary for the duration of their studies

Condition of Award

Scholars would be bonded for 6 years (English speaking countries) or 5 years (non English speaking countries) starting from the day they assume duty after completing their course of study.

Disruption

SPFO Scholars will be granted disruptions from NS. Overseas scholars heading for UK and USA will be disrupted after serving 9 months to coincide with the start of overseas term time.

National Service after Graduation

Upon graduation, scholars will complete the remaining period of the National Service liability with the SPF.

Courses of Study

Most disciplines (Except Medicine, Dentistry and Architecture). Applicants intending to pursue a degree in Law will not be called to the Bar while serving in the SPF.