Study abroad is the single most productive way of changing the way we view the world. To discover the new cultures of education, many international aspirants want to pursue their knowledge in a different part of the world. Malaysia is considered as one the best option to get educated from, for the enthusiastic candidates.
The education system of Malaysia is growing day-by-day. “Given the rising cost of education and other related costs at 10% per annum, the sector of education is expected to generate RM15.6 billion when we hit our target of 200,000 international students by the year 2020”, the Education Ministry secretary-general, Datuk Dr Mohd Ghazali Abas of Malaysia said.
To accomplish this target, the Education Ministry secretary-general has now declared that, the average expenditure of an international student in Malaysia is about RM46, 000 per annum and will increase to RM88, 000 per annum if family members come along too.
The enrolments of international students in March 2019 has been reached up to 127,583, of which 70% are from private higher education institutions and the rest from public higher education institutions. So, to attract more and more outstanding and highly motivated international students within the country, both public and private higher education institutions are encouraged to work together.
The secretary said the rising number of overseas students in Malaysia, especially in the higher education sector, would contribute towards the country’s economic growth by having a multiplier effect with the entry of students and academic staff.
Cost of Study of Top 10 Universities in Malaysia
| Universities Name | Cost of Study |
| University of Malaysia | MYR 8,500 |
| University Sains Malaysia | USD 5,498 |
| Taylor’s University | USD 130,018 – 174 |
| University Putra Malaysia | USD 4,800 |
| University of Technology | RM115, 000 – 10,000 |
| University Kebangsaan Malaysia | 13,600 – 2,325 |
| Sunway University | ₹ 33,662 per month (living cost) |
| UCSI University | INR 6.7L – 1.9L |
| University Tunku Abdul Rahman | ₹ 1,083,902 – ₹ 270,134 |
| International Islamic University | 125000 – 24600 |
It’s hard to bear such expenses for some aspirants. So, in order to support scholars financially, here we have compiled a list of some wonderful scholarships in Malaysia.
Scholarships in Malaysia
MAHSA Special Scholarships at MAHSA University in Malaysia, 2019
MAHSA Special Scholarships at MAHSA University in Malaysia, 2019 is open for international students. The scholarship allows bachelor, masters, Ph.D. level program in the field of all subjects taught at MAHSA University. Candidates are selected based on their CV and performance of applicants in the interview. The scholarship will bear tuition fees and of program fees up to 100%.
Provided By: MAHSA University
Course: Bachelor, Masters, PhD
Award: tuition fees, Up to 100% of program fees
Application Deadline: October 1, 2019
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Malaysian Government Postgraduate International Scholarship, 2019
The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brain from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. To be eligible, the candidate must have obtained the CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at bachelor degree level. The scholarship will provide tuition fees & monthly maintenance allowance, annual grant for books, internal travel medical / health insurance and etc.
Provided By: Malaysian Government
Course: Postgraduate and Post-doctoral Studies
Award: Tuition fees & Monthly maintenance allowance
Application Deadline: Open
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International Medical University Postgraduate Bursaries in Malaysia, 2019
Applications are invited for postgraduate programs open to all Malaysian as well as international students at International Medical University. IMU graduates who intend to continue their studies to the postgraduate level will be eligible for an alumni bursary of up to 25% of the tuition fees. A bursary of RM 12,000 is also available for all international students joining our postgraduate taught programs in 2019.
Provided By: International Medical University
Course: Postgraduate
Award: RM 12,000 and 25% of the tuition fees
Application Deadline: Open
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Graduate Research Merit Scholarship at Monash University Malaysia, 2019
Applications are open for all postgraduate by research degrees (Master and Ph.D.) in priority areas of research at Monash University Malaysia. Applicants must initiate course application process through the respective School. Each scholarship covers 100% of the tuition fees, plus a living allowance of RM2, 600/month.
Provided By: Monash University
Course: Postgraduate program
Award: 100% of the tuition fees and RM2, 600/month
Application Deadline: Open
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Sunway University Postgraduate by Research Scholarship
Jeffrey Cheah Foundation is glad to offer financial grants for postgraduate students in Sunway University. Applicants must meet all necessary entry requirements for their chosen program of study and be in receipt of an unconditional offer from the University. The scholarship is providing 100% tuition fee waiver to every participant.
Provided By: Jeffrey Cheah Foundation
Course: Postgraduate
Award: 100% tuition fee waiver
Application Deadline: Open
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Five Major Changes in the H-1B Visa Program in 2019
