NTU Singapore does not require the GRE for the majority of its graduate programmes. Admission is based primarily on your undergraduate transcript and, for research degrees, direct engagement with a supervisor — though a handful of Engineering and Science PhD programmes recommend or accept a GRE score as supplementary evidence.
Does NTU Require the GRE?
| Programme Type | GRE Status |
|---|---|
| Most coursework Master's | Not required |
| Nanyang Business School (MBA) | GMAT preferred; GRE also accepted |
| Engineering / Science PhD (select programmes) | Sometimes recommended, rarely mandatory |
What NTU Actually Evaluates Instead
| Factor | Weight |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate GPA / CGPA | Primary factor |
| Relevant coursework and research experience | High |
| Research proposal and supervisor fit (PhD) | Critical for research degrees |
| English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) | Mandatory, separate requirement |
Should You Take the GRE Anyway?
If NTU is one of several universities on your list alongside GRE-requiring destinations, taking the test regardless is a reasonable strategy — it can strengthen a competitive PhD scholarship application even where NTU doesn't mandate it.
GRE Is Separate From English Proficiency
Even where GRE isn't required, IELTS or TOEFL is mandatory for most international applicants:
| Requirement | NTU Policy |
|---|---|
| GRE | Not required for most programmes |
| IELTS | Required — see our NTU IELTS Requirements guide |
| TOEFL | Required — see our NTU TOEFL Requirements guide |
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