Delve into the stories that make our College special

These stories describe the ideas, people and events that shaped Yale-NUS, illustrated with photographs, audio, video and graphics to capture the unique experience of the College.

We cover the story of the College from formation to closure, exploring its history and values, its academic achievements, and the day-to-day lives of the students, faculty and staff.

History and Philosophy

Explore the history and philosophy of Yale-NUS, from the story of the College’s foundation and the concept of a liberal arts education in Singapore, to how the students lived and studied within the College’s iconic campus.

A Community of Learning

The Foundation of Yale-NUS College

A Liberal Arts Education in Singapore

Living and Learning

The History of the Campus

The Architecture

Grounds and Landscape

A group of students sitting around a table with laptops.

The Academic Journey

Yale-NUS offered a liberal arts education based on a broad-based Common Curriculum leading to more specialist electives and majors, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary and experiential learning.

What Must a Young Person Learn?

The Common Curriculum

Majors, Minors, Electives

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Faculty, Teaching and Research

Student Academic Publications

Student Activities

There was a wide variety of activities and organisations available for students to join at Yale-NUS, encompassing the arts, sports, culture, community and more.

Student Activities at a Glance

Student Support

Yale-NUS provided a network of services to ensure that the students were cared for and supported and that there was additional help available to those in need.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Development and Donors

Residential Colleges

Residential Curriculum

Counselling and Wellness

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Student Government

The Legacy of
Yale-NUS

Yale-NUS' alumni, faculty and staff have spread around the world, sharing the spirit and values of the College, ensuring that its legacy will endure for many years to come.