🎨LASALLE College of the Arts

Singapore, Singapore

Singapore's leading specialist arts college, founded by Brother Joseph McNally.

About LASALLE

LASALLE was founded by Brother Joseph McNally as Singapore's first private arts college and remains the country's leading specialist institution for Fine Arts, Fashion, Design and Performing Arts. Its distinctive angular McNally campus in the Rochor district was purpose-built for creative practice.

Why students choose it

  • Singapore's leading specialist arts college
  • Purpose-built McNally campus for creative practice
  • Strong Fine Arts, Fashion and Design Communication programmes

🎓 Free application support for LASALLE

Submit a free enquiry and Tutopiya's admissions team will guide you through your application to LASALLE — personal statement, interview prep and deadlines — at no cost, no obligation. Application fees are typically waived through our university partnerships.

📝 Already decided? Apply now — it's free

Typical entry grades

BBB (A Level)  ·  IB 26

Solid tier · indicative for the flagship courses below — always verify per-course requirements directly with the university.

Tuition (international, per year)

S$35,000–S$50,000/yr

high tier for Singapore — figures are typical ranges, not this specific university's published fee.

Language of instruction

English

Campus

city campus, Singapore

🏆 Scholarships to look into

Informational only — scholarship amounts, deadlines and even which schemes are running change often (sometimes per intake), so treat this as a starting point, not a guarantee. Always confirm current details directly with the scholarship provider or LASALLE's financial aid office.

Singapore's scholarship landscape has an important nuance most students don't expect: several of the largest awards (and the government Tuition Grant that substantially lowers fees) come with a bond — a requirement to work for a Singapore-based company for a fixed number of years after graduating.

  • ASEAN Scholarship / country-specific scholarships: Government or agency-funded, generally for outstanding students from specific countries, usually bonded to Singapore-based employment for several years after graduation.
  • MOE Tuition Grant: Not a scholarship itself, but a government subsidy that substantially reduces tuition for eligible students (see the citizenship/PR fee note above) — international (non-PR) students who take it up are bonded to work for a Singapore-registered company for a set period.
  • University merit scholarships: NUS, NTU and SMU each offer their own merit-based international scholarships, varying in whether they carry a bond — check each one individually.

Always check whether a Singapore scholarship carries a work bond before accepting — it's a genuine multi-year commitment, not a formality.

Want help figuring out which of these you'd actually qualify for? Talk to a free Tutopiya counsellor.

Popular courses

Fine Arts

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

📝 Apply for this course →

Typical entry: Portfolio / audition

Fashion

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

📝 Apply for this course →

Typical entry: Portfolio / audition

Design Communication

⏱️ Typical duration: Often longer than a standard Bachelor's — commonly a 3-year Bachelor's plus a further 2-year Master's for full professional accreditation

📝 Apply for this course →

Typical entry: Portfolio

Music

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

📝 Apply for this course →

Typical entry: Portfolio / audition

Theatre

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

📝 Apply for this course →

Durations are typical for Singapore — always confirm the exact length (including any placement or integrated Master's year) on the course's own page before applying.

Not sure which course fits your grades and interests? Run the full shortlist builder →

How to apply

Main intake(s)
August
Typical deadline
Late February – March for international applicants
Note
NUS, NTU and SMU each run their own portal and timeline — check the specific university.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.0–6.5 overall

Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test. NUS/NTU/SMU each set their own threshold.

See where LASALLE ranks on your personal shortlist

Enter your grades and budget in the free Singapore University Shortlist Builder to see whether LASALLE is a reach, target or safety for you — alongside every other Singapore university that matches.

Build my Singapore shortlist →

More Singapore universities

LASALLE FAQ

Quick answers about grades, tuition, deadlines and applying to LASALLE as an international IGCSE / A Level / IB student.

What grades do I need to get into LASALLE?

As a typical benchmark for international entry, LASALLE expects around BBB at A Level or 26 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for LASALLE's flagship courses — competitive subjects like Medicine and Law usually sit above this baseline, and the exact requirement varies by course, so always confirm the specific figure on LASALLE's own admissions page before applying.

How much does LASALLE cost for international students?

International tuition at LASALLE typically falls in the S$35,000–S$50,000/yr range (high tier for Singapore). This is a typical range for the university's tuition tier, not LASALLE's specific published fee for every course — confirm the exact figure for your intended programme directly with the university.

When is the application deadline for LASALLE?

LASALLE follows Singapore's typical intake calendar: August, with applications generally due late february – march for international applicants. NUS, NTU and SMU each run their own portal and timeline — check the specific university. Always verify the exact date on LASALLE's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for LASALLE?

Singapore universities, including LASALLE, typically ask international applicants for 6.0–6.5 overall. Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test. NUS/NTU/SMU each set their own threshold.

What is LASALLE known for?

Singapore's leading specialist arts college, founded by Brother Joseph McNally. LASALLE was founded by Brother Joseph McNally as Singapore's first private arts college and remains the country's leading specialist institution for Fine Arts, Fashion, Design and Performing Arts. Its distinctive angular McNally campus in the Rochor district was purpose-built for creative practice.

Can I apply to LASALLE with IGCSE, A Level or IB qualifications?

Yes — LASALLE accepts applicants from IGCSE-to-A-Level, IGCSE-to-IB-Diploma, and directly from the IB Diploma. Tutopiya's free Singapore University Shortlist Builder matches your predicted or actual grades against LASALLE and every other Singapore university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

Need help applying to LASALLE? Get free application support.

Practice with AI-powered topic quizzes — 100% free