Yale-NUS College

Established in 2011, through a partnership between Yale University and the National University of Singapore, Yale-NUS College is a leading liberal arts and sciences college in Asia, with a residential programme that integrates living and learning.

Drawing on the resources and traditions of its founding universities, a Yale-NUS education promotes broad-based interdisciplinary learning across the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities complemented by depth of expertise in one’s major.

Engagement with Yale

One of the oldest and most storied institutions in North America, Yale University exemplifies the best traditions of liberal arts education and residential college living. As one of our co-founding partners, Yale offers close collaboration with faculty and unparalleled opportunities for students.

Engagement with NUS

Yale-NUS is nestled within the verdant grounds of University Town, a sustainably designed space at Asia’s leading university, the National University of Singapore (NUS). Students benefit from the close-knit community and personalised learning of a small college while enjoying the advantages of being located within a world-class research institution.

Vision

• A community of learning,

• Founded by two great universities,

• In Asia, for the world.

Mission

Yale-NUS College, a residential college located in Singapore, aims to redefine liberal arts and science education for a complex, interconnected world.

• Founded by two great universities

An intimate liberal arts college, dedicated to undergraduate education, Yale-NUS draws on the resources and traditions of two great universities. We pursue excellence through innovative teaching and research, and we provide global opportunities for our students.

• In Asia

Our location at the crossroads of Asia informs our pedagogy. Drawing on active modes of learning associated with American liberal arts education, we introduce our students to the diverse intellectual traditions and cultures of Asia and the world.

• For the world

We educate citizens of the world and uphold the principles of free exchange of ideas, pluralism, and respect for diversity. Our extra-curricular and residential programmes support student learning and encourage an ethic of service. By our example, we seek to spur innovation in higher education across the globe.

Who We Are

At Yale-NUS, we seek to inspire innovation in higher education across the globe. Through open inquiry and scholarly exploration, we delve into enduring disciplinary concerns and develop creative interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving. As a community, we aim to provide every member with a transformative experience by encouraging habits of the mind (such as creativity, curiosity and critical thinking) and character (integrity, professionalism and ethic of service).

Central to the transformation process is our engagement with diverse modes of enquiry and a commitment to challenge our assumptions.

Our Values and Commitments

Transformation

We strive to be a centre for quality scholarship and continual learning that makes a positive difference in the world.

Exploration

We are firmly committed to open inquiry and academic freedom.

Respect

We are committed to providing a challenging yet supportive learning and working environment for all community members.

Inclusivity

We are committed to diversity and celebrate our differences and our unique perspectives.

Care

We are committed to caring for ourselves, our community and the environment.