The Truth About the ASEAN Scholarship (Academic Life, Hostel Life & Tips)

[@itzguech8086]

1. Recently, I created a Google drive folder for some revision materials, you can use to help you prepare for the tests Here is the link: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_wgh9zkZMNudxhBcdziTyqNBIwi3EulK 2. For the smart device recommendations, i would say that an iPad/Tablet is very useful because: - You can take notes in it if you don’t want to carry many books around. - There are like numerous past papers and worksheets you will need to do for schools or for your exam preparations. Buying them all the time can be expensive. - An iPad/Tablet (with the keyboard) is more useful than laptop if you are not gonna do coding or other projects that need laptop. My secondary school in Singapore required us to buy school subsidized iPad. I found it super useful and use it all the time! I also used laptop since I studied computing. If you are gonna need an iPad, you can buy it in Singapore too because they have Apple Education here so you’ll pay less and probably get more free stuff. Also, your school might require you to buy one FROM SCHOOL. So, I suggest don’t buy it from your own country first.

[@rchl.humblb]

Thank you for making this video! But I have a few questions regarding some of the things you mentioned like the part when you said you'll have Singaporean classmates, does it mean that the scholars will likely have more local classmates than international ones? And to clarify, is the 250-low 300 SG dollars worth of allowance a monthly allowance but only given once in every few months so like a min. of 750 SG dollars every three months? Or is the 250-300 SG allowance worth for about three months? Thank you ❤

[@itzguech8086]

You’re welcome :). For classmates, most will be Singaporeans since you are going to the public school, but there are international students and permanent residents too. You might not be studying with your scholar friends if you have different subject combinations. For the allowance part, they will give u total amount once every 3 months (at least it’s like this for the past years) = (250-low 300) x 3.

[@rchl.humblb]

Hi! Thank you for answering my previous question. A few days ago, I received an email from MOE saying that I have to undergo a few medical checkups for my medical clearance. It says that that a Mission group from my country will contact me to explain the procedures. How long did it take your country's mission group to contact you after receiving the email from MOE? And what were the procedures of the check up, if I may ask? Thank you again!

[@itzguech8086]

@@rchl.humblb sorry, I couldn’t recall about this at all but don’t worry about it. They will do so soon. As for the checkup, it’s just regular a checkup. They’ll refer you to specific clinic/hospital. Then, you’ll be required to do things like eyesight test, color blind test, chest x-ray etc.

[@xinlinsvlog]

is it mandatory that you have to had won competitions bc of the awards/achievements part? or is just being in organization already ok for them?😢 ty for the vid too !!hope to get a reply soon hehe

[@itzguech8086]

@@xinlinsvlog it would be extremely advantageous to have. They can be from external competitions or academics achievements like best in class, best in subjects, etc. Definitely list down any leadership positions, and organizations you are a part of. Even if you don’t have any of these, still just try to apply!

[@_6elle]

hi! im from msia n ive been shortlisted for the interview :”) recently, there was a vis (virtual information system) zoom meeting n some of my questions werent answered at all due to time constraint T^T here r my questions both the unanswered ones and the ones i thought of here on the spot

[@itzguech8086]

@@_6ellehi!! 1. They don’t prohibit you from using your own devices - hostel, school, public places etc. Not all schools require their students to purchase iPads; some require students to purchase laptops. Different schools have different rules on the use of electronic devices in the classroom including your personal IPad, so check with your school of u end up getting the offer. Definitely bring yours! 2, 3. Laundry room is in every hostel, but gym and computer room may or may not present. The pantry generally has microwave, water dispenser, sink, and refrigerator. We usually buy our own utensils. 4. I can’t rmb everything, but what I can recall are: brief self introduction, why Singapore, why ASEAN scholarship, what did I know about Singapore, my dream job, my life back at home, situational questions about conflict management, and did I really want the scholarship. Imo, being authentic is very important. 5. Hall officiers will try to do that, but different hall might have different arrangements. Hope this helps and thanks for sharing your experiences! Best of luck for your interview!

[@_6elle]

thank uu

[@garylim4748]

May I know when will they inform us of the decision? Have they informed you yet.

[@garylim4748]

@_6elle have you been informed of the decision already?

[@_6elle]

no, i’m expecting it to be around september 22-30 as that’s the eta!

[@ninditakusuma1264]

Hii, thanks for making this video 🙌🏻 anw I wanna ask you, is it allowed to bring a cosmetic products like lipbalm, serum, sunscreen, facial wash etc??

[@itzguech8086]

these products are fine!

[@ninditakusuma1264]

@itzguech8086 okk, thanks for your reply!! I wanna ask you again, what subjects are you learning in there?? are you only learning English or are you learning other languages like Chinese or malay??

[@itzguech8086]

@@ninditakusuma1264 I got exempted as my mother tongue wasn’t taught in school. If your mother tongue is one of the official mother tongue languages, you’ll be required to take that language as well.

[@ninditakusuma1264]

@itzguech8086 what are the official mother tongue languages??

[@itzguech8086]

@ninditakusuma1264 check this out: www.moe.gov.sg/primary/curriculum/mother-tongue-languages/learning-in-school

[@7c_14_joshua5]

Hey there, thanks for the vid! I have a question regarding the monthly allowance. This year my allowance will be distributed in late January. Now you mentioned that they will give the money once every 3 months. So will the allowance given in January cover my expenses in November-January or will it be for late January-March? Thankss

[@itzguech8086]

@@7c_14_joshua5 if the allowance is still given once every 3 months, it will be for the expenses from Jan-March because the next allowance will be deposited to your account on April.

[@hyraki2930]

Hi! Just asking for my sister, may I know if you have any plans after the scholarship duration like which school are you planning to go to and do you have any plans to stay there after college? Im asking because my sister is not sure about what to do after the 4 yr scholarship. Do you have any tips for her? Thank you so much

[@itzguech8086]

Oh, it really depends. You have different options! Many like to stay in Sg. Some go to the UK or the US. You can also come back to study in your home country if you want. For your sister, if she wants to study in Singapore after the 4 years, she can take up permanent resident (PR) in Singapore during her study there. With PR, u stand a better chance of getting scholarships in universities there. Even without scholarships, you will pay less in Singapore’s universities. With very good grades, you also have high chances of getting the scholarships. For me, I applied to a few US and Singapore’s universities. Scholarships are everything for me. I ended up choosing the US over Singapore’s universities as the scholarship packages are greater. I rlly don’t know how helpful this is. I am trying to share as much as I can, but also don’t want to expose myself on the internet. U can dm me on ig @chhiv_guech if you want to know more.

[@railey-x8q]

Hii, about the information regarding the school requirements and departure, may I ask when did you receive the email for it? Because I was just informed last month that I got the scholarship and still haven't got any updates right now about the details of the departure and requirements for school (eg. school supplies like notebooks and paper). Thank you!

[@itzguech8086]

hey! I received at about 2 weeks before my departure, so don’t worry about it!

[@railey-x8q]

thank you! additional question, who will book the flight for us?

[@itzguech8086]

@@railey-x8qThis information will be made know to you via email closer to your departure date. I was informed by the embassy for the exact travel details, a few days after I received the email.

[@SummerNight-kn1cq]

Hello!! I just want to ask if the music room (and the instruments) in your school is available for everyone (at any time) or are they only accessible by those who are part of a music club and the like? Because I want to know if I need to bring my own instrument or not (for special occasions, etc.). Thank you!

[@itzguech8086]

Hello! The music room is available for all boarders. Typically, you need to book the room. In the hostel I lived, there are only keyboard and some traditional instruments. It’s more of like the room for you to practice musics. So, definitely bring your own if you need to perform or practice.

[@SummerNight-kn1cq]

Thank you for answering my question! I would also like to know if there is a printer available in the hostel, and do you think that getting an iPad is a necessity while studying there? What type of devices do you recommend that new students should bring with them? Thank you!

[@itzguech8086]

@@SummerNight-kn1cq yes, the printer is available. For the devices, i would argue that an iPad/Tablet is very useful because: 1. You can take notes in it if you don’t want to carry many books around. 2. There are like numerous past papers and worksheets you will need to do for schools or for your exam preparations. Buying them all the time can be expensive. 3. An iPad/Tablet (with the keyboard) is more useful than laptop if you are not gonna do coding or other projects that need laptop. But, it depends on your preferences. My secondary school in Singapore required us to buy school subsidized iPad so I got super used to using iPads. I also used laptop since I studied computing. But, overall iPad is super useful. If you are gonna need an iPad, you can buy it in Singapore too because there is Apple Education here so you’ll pay less and probably get more free stuff. Also, your school might require you to buy one FROM SCHOOL. So, I suggest don’t buy it from your own country first.

[@rowenasdaybydayslife.]

Hello young lady. I just want to know from you ,is there scholarship program in grade 11 international student?and the parent can be with the student during the stay in singgapore?

[@itzguech8086]

@@rowenasdaybydayslife. For those who come from Malaysia, they can apply for the ASEAN scholarship in grade 11. Unfortunately, I do not know of any scholarships fulfilling the latter condition.

[@TocaStudio-i4s]

Helloo, for the test is it that hard to finish the paper (maths)? Because from blogs many people said they got in with leaving 3 or 2 questions. Thank you

[@itzguech8086]

It could be hard because there are like 25 questions or so. I also didn’t finish my paper and left about 4 questions. It could be do to my lack of preparation because i believe you can finish it if u are familiar with all topics in English. But more importantly, u need to be sure that whatever that you’ve done are correct. Hope that helps!

[@TocaStudio-i4s]

I only had 2 weeks to prepare and I’m reallyy nervous, especially i have to learn all sec 3 in one week. What are the hardest questions in your opinion? (Material wise)

[@itzguech8086]

@user-jo2md4tl6i I actually can’t recall much about the test, but I would say they were not very difficult for me. Questions in quadratic equations, equations and inequalities, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, and plane geometry and angle properties of circle(finding angles) are likely to come out (I don’t remember about other topics). Don’t forget to study significant figures cuz you will probably be asked to write your answers in different significant figures. Sth I didn’t think was tested in my year was number patterns (kinda like basic sequence, but only one question). U can also reach out to me on IG @chhiv_guech as well if u prefer to talk over there.

[@TocaStudio-i4s]

@@itzguech8086 Were you perhaps an olimpiade student? Thank youu

[@itzguech8086]

@@TocaStudio-i4s oh, exponential too. I’m not an Olympiad student haha although I used to participate in math contests. I already learnt many of the concepts in school that time, just that it’s not in English. The questions are definitely nowhere near Olympiad level questions so don’t worry about it.

[@kikisala-q1j]

hi! I just want to ask what course are you planning to take in college? i'm planning on taking pre-med but i don't know if there are any scholarships offered for it (in America) so i'm thinking of another course just in case, thank you!

[@itzguech8086]

@@kikisala-q1j for now, I’m planning to take cs and econs. Financial aids and scholarships are generally available for US colleges, but u will have to stand out as intl to have the chance esp with t-50s and with competitive courses like pre-med, cs, etc.

[@LoiVera]

​​​@@itzguech8086helloo! i have a few questions i want to ask you (1) do you think it's worth studying dentistry after the scholarship ends? (2) are there any scholarships available in American countries esp in the US that offer dentistry? (3) did you already know what you want to do/course to take in college before you accepted the scholarship (because you had to choose your subject combinations and such)?

[@itzguech8086]

@@LoiVera 1. Why not do it if that’s what you want?! 2. I am not sure about that as I never applied for dentistry myself. You might be able to find answers for that on Google. 3. Not really. I didn’t specifically select my courses in the first two years in secondary school. you’ll have to decide which path you want to take in junior college (STEM or ARTs). You’ll have a lot of time to explore as well.

[@LoiVera]

​@@itzguech8086thank you sm!

[@kikisala-q1j]

hello again!! i just want to ask how many CCAs you took in sec 3-4 and is it advisable if I choose 2-3 CCAs? thank you!

[@Hor968]

Hi, do they need us to translate our documents ( exam results, achievements, CCA) into English? If so, how do we do that considering the fact that mine is not written in English.

[@itzguech8086]

@@Hor968 yes, you must translate documents that you’ll be submitting if they are not in English. I translated myself, but I won’t recommend it. Consider seeking translation companies as they are more professional and official.

[@JuanMasihBelajar]

Hello, I want to ask about the dorms, are the dorms strict?

[@itzguech8086]

@@JuanMasihBelajar depends on each hostel’s policy but generally I didn’t find it strict at all. There are some equipments you shouldn’t have like things that can cause fire. There are curfew time, compulsory study time, emergency drills etcs.

[@JuanMasihBelajar]

@@itzguech8086 Thanks😄

[@prisshakumarasooriar1523]

Hi may I know the lists of schools that an asean scholar may be put into please?

[@itzguech8086]

@@prisshakumarasooriar1523 sorry I don’t have that…

[@enha1872]

Do we have to use toilet paper only in Singapore?

[@itzguech8086]

@@enha1872generally, other options might not be provided in the bathroom. But, there is no rule stating that you can only use toilet paper.

[@sekyw7180]

Hi , which school are you in now?

[@itzguech8086]

I am studying in the US right now

[@sekyw7180]

@@itzguech8086 which school were you in Singapore. Do you have a list of school for those obtained ASEAN scholarship?

[@itzguech8086]

@@sekyw7180 I was posted to Ngee Ann Secondary School, then Tampines Meridian Junior College. I don’t have a list of schools. you typically don’t get to choose which school you will go to in secondary school (depends on MoE) though so it doesn’t matter that much.