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UNITEN - Scholarships & Financial Aids 【featured】
UNITEN has continuously contributed scholarships and education funds to deserving Malaysian students. Aside from that, there are a range of funding options for Malaysian and international for both undergraduates and postgraduates. Check the list belo...Deadline: Ongoing -
Sunway University Taught Masters Scholarship
Sunway University has organized the Taught Masters International Scholarships. This is an open scholarship opportunity for students of all nationalities applying for taught master’s studies at the University. The award is designed for the academic ...Deadline: Ongoing -
Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman (YTAR) x Gemilang by Google
Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman (YTAR) has partnered with Google through the Gemilang programme to offer scholarships for deserving and underrepresented learners of all backgrounds in Malaysia. The purpose of this programme is for learners to upskill and ...Deadline: Ongoing -
Limkokwing Foundation Scholarship
Limkokwing Foundation Scholarship offers discounts like Sibling Discounts, Spouse Discounts and Staff Discounts.Deadline: Ongoing -
UTAR - Mr. Ng Chin Kiat S.M.J Scholarship
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) is offering the Mr. Ng Chin Kiat S.M.J Scholarship for MBBS programme.Deadline: Ongoing -
Nilai Scholarships & Financial Aid
The goal of education is the same as the goal of life - to help students grow into intellectually and emotionally matured individuals. Parents are looking for an institution that can give their child academic excellence and at the same time, want the...Deadline: Ongoing -
INTI Secondary School Teacher Recognition Award
Either parent must be currently teaching in any government, private or Chinese Independent Secondary School (includes principals, deputy principals and counselors).Deadline: Ongoing -
TAR UC Scholarships & Financial Aid
Financial Aid is intended to help needy students finance their studies in TAR UC. Financial aid consists of scholarships, grants and study loans.Deadline: Ongoing -
The Royal Widad Foundation Scholarships
The financial assistance is provided by the Royal Widad Foundation (RWF) to promising students from low-income families to pursue their dreams of obtaining tertiary education. The award of this financial aid is at the discretion of the Foundation and...Deadline: Ongoing -
HELP Distinction Award - Partial Scholarship
HELP welcomes new students who are high achievers to apply for the HELP Distinction Award - Partial Scholarship.Deadline: Ongoing -
St.John’s Pre-University Study Centre Scholarships
St.John’s Pre-University Study Centre is offering 50% Lasallian & Convent Bursary and A Level Scholarship to all SPM/IGCSE/CBSE local or international graduates.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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