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UNM-MCKL Scholarship
Two full scholarships are offered each year only to Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) students since 2018 pursuing any undergraduate programme to be completed in Malaysia.Deadline: 15 August 2023 -
UNM Research Excellence Scholarship
We are pleased to announce that the UNM PhD Scholarship is now open for applications to all high-achieving final year undergraduate students with potential First Class Honours, and final semester Master’s students. This competitive scholarship offe...Deadline: 9 June?2023 -
UNM PhD High Achiever Scholarship 2023
We are pleased to announce that the UNM PhD Scholarship is now open for applications to all high-achieving final year undergraduate students with potential First Class Honours, and final semester Master’s students. This competitive scholarship offe...Deadline: 9 June?2023 -
Taylor's College ACCA Scholarship 2023
Taylor's College ACCA Scholarship is an exclusive scholarship for students passionate about pursuing their professional accounting certificate.Deadline: 21 July 2023 -
TOA - Malaysia Top 10 Outstanding Young Artists Awards Scholarship Fund
Top 10 winners of this nationwide art competition will win a partial scholarship to further their studies at The One Academy.Deadline: Refer to announcements -
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar (KTJ) - Sixth Form Academic Scholarship 2023
Candidates can be new or existing students at KTJ, and scholarships are provided at the discretion of the Principal. Please click on the drop down menus below to learn more about each scholarship.Deadline: 1 April 2023 (5pm) -
Jeffrey Cheah Entrance Scholarship 2023
Start your journey at Sunway with our lucrative scholarships. Choose from Pre-U, ADTP, Diploma and Accounting programmes.Deadline: 2 weeks after commencement of programmes or 2 weeks after the release of actual results. -
IGBIS Scholarships for Grade 6 - 11
The IGB International School Scholarship for the August 2023 intake is open for application. Students who are enrolling for Grades 6 to Grade 11 are welcome to apply! The application must be submitted by 31 March 2023.Deadline: 31 March 2023 -
MIU Excellence Scholarship 2023
Manipal International University (MIU) is thrilled to announce that we are awarding the MIU Excellence Scholarship 2023 to the deserving A-Level, STPM, UEC, Diploma and other equivalent qualifications students. This scholarship recognizes your academ...Deadline: Ongoing -
2023 INTI Fast-Track Scholarship
At INTI, we understand the importance of providing a scholarship to deserving students. We believe that everyone should have an equal opportunity for a brighter future regardless of financial standing.Deadline: Ongoing
Scholarship Explained
Financial Aid Providers
In Malaysia, the sponsors of financial aid come from various categories. These include scholarships and loans offered by the government, non-governmental organisations, the private sector, government-linked companies and trade associations.
Types of Financial Aid
Higher education is one of the most important investments you will make in your lifetime. With the increasing cost of education, planning ahead is essential to finance your education. So what are some options you can explore? Here are some common ways students seek financial aid.
- Scholarships
Scholarships are monetary awards given based on academic or other achievements and are non-repayable, which means you won't have to pay the money back. Scholarships are awarded by the government, non-government organisations, corporations and independent foundations. - Bursaries
You may have heard people using the terms 'scholarship' and 'bursary' interchangeably, however, bursaries are usually non-competitive and automatic, and often based on financial need without emphasis on academic standing. - Grants
Grants are similar to scholarships and also don't have to be repaid. The difference is that grants are often need-based while scholarships are usually merit-based. Grants are also given to students who carry out academic research projects. - Education Funds
Education Funds are Scholarships or loans provided by the Government / foundation / private educational institutions / financial institutions to reduce the burden of financing a student's education expenses, whether locally or overseas. - Tuition Fee Waiver or Discount
Many private higher education institutions in Malaysia offer partial or full tuition fee waivers or discounts based on merit (e.g. academic, sports, leadership roles). Recipients are often required to maintain a minimum CGPA to continue enjoying the tuition fee waiver. - Unit Trusts & Insurance Schemes
These are typically investment schemes that parents undertake for several years to secure financial funding for their child's higher education. - Loans
Loans are financial obligations that must be repaid. Loans are mostly provided by private sector or government bodies.
Financing for Higher Education
The cost of tertiary education does not come cheap, but it is a lifetime investment for your future. Therefore whether your parents can afford your entire or partial cost of tertiary education, you are advised to go through this pathway in order to be competitive in your career advancement. If your family cannot afford the cost, you may work while studying part-time or look for some forms of scholarship, study grant, loan or other sources of financial aid to help you to pay for your education.
Read the article on Scholarships & Study Loans for Higher Education here.
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