16 private universities in Singapore in 2026
The private universities in Singapore offer often more specialised programs with personalised support and modern facilities.
16 private universities
Singapore has private institutions bringing academic diversity and programs adapted to student needs and the professional job market.
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)
Singapore's pioneer arts institution, offering diplomas and degrees in visual arts, design, music and performing arts.
PSB Academy
A long-established Singapore private institute rooted in the former Productivity Board, offering diplomas and partner degrees.
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business Asia campus, delivering the Executive MBA and executive education for regional leaders.
Trent Global College
A private Singapore college specialising in computing, business and environment, with UK university partnerships.
ESSEC Asia-Pacific
The Singapore campus of France's ESSEC Business School, offering MBAs and specialised master's degrees in the heart of Asia.
Kaplan Higher Education Institute Singapore
One of Singapore's largest private institutes, offering degrees from UK and Australian partner universities with a career-focused approach.
Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)
One of Singapore's oldest private institutes, offering business, engineering, health and technology programmes with UK partners.
East Asia Institute of Management (EASB)
A private Singapore institute focused on business, management and hospitality, awarding UK partner degrees.
Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)
Singapore's largest private higher education provider, delivering programmes with partners such as the University of London and RMIT.
DigiPen Institute of Technology Singapore
The Singapore campus of DigiPen, specialising in game development, interactive design and applied computer science.
ERC Institute
A private Singapore institute focused on business, entrepreneurship and management, with partner degrees from UK universities.
Amity Global Institute
The Singapore campus of India's Amity education group, offering business degrees including University of London programmes.
London School of Business and Finance (LSBF)
A Singapore private school focused on business and finance, offering degrees, MBAs and professional qualifications such as ACCA.
SP Jain School of Global Management
A multi-campus global business school spanning Singapore, Dubai and Sydney, known for its BBA, MBA and data-focused master's degrees.
Curtin University Singapore
The Singapore campus of Australia's Curtin University, specialising in business, computing and applied sciences.
James Cook University Singapore
The Asian campus of Australia's James Cook University, offering accelerated degrees in business, IT, psychology and environmental science.