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APU: Postgraduate Apprenticeship Scheme 【featured】
APU is pleased to announce the launch of our Postgraduate Apprenticeship Scheme. Successful applicants are entitled for discounts on tuition fees in addition to monthly stipends. The scheme is open to Masters and PhD (by research programmes only), su...Deadline: Ongoing -
Yayasan Sabah Scholarship / Loan / Financial Aid 2026
Apply for Yayasan Sabah 2026 scholarships, financial aid (dermasiswa) and study loans for Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Master’s and PhD programmes. Open to Sabah-origin students.Deadline: 6 May 2026 Expiring Soon -
TAR UMT Bursary for State/National Players
State and national athletes can receive up to a 50% tuition fee waiver for their first semester at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology. Apply for the Bursary for State/National Players for the January/June intake between Week 1...Deadline: Application open from Week 1-7, Jan & June Semester -
Sabah State Government Scholarship (BKNS) 2026
Apply for Sabah State Government Scholarships (BKNS) 2026 for Diploma, Bachelor’s and Master’s studies. Open to Sabah-origin Malaysian students with various academic pathways.Deadline: TBA (To Be Announced) -
Clazroom - Academic Scholarship
A merit-based scholarship for academically strong students enrolling in Clazroom programmes for the 2026 intake.Deadline: 31 December 2026 -
Clazroom - Rising Titans Scholarship
A talent-based scholarship designed to support creative students with strong artistic potential enrolling at Clazroom College of Technology & Innovation.Deadline: 31 December 2026 -
Program Khas Jepun, Korea, Perancis dan Jerman (JKPJ)
Program Khas Jepun, Korea, Perancis dan Jerman (JKPJ) oleh JPA menawarkan tajaan pengajian ke luar negara bagi lepasan SPM dalam bidang Kejuruteraan, Sains dan Teknologi serta Sains Sosial.Deadline: Ongoing -
Program Penajaan Nasional (PPN)
Program Penajaan Nasional (PPN) oleh JPA menawarkan tajaan pengajian ke universiti terkemuka dunia bagi pelajar cemerlang lepasan SPM, merangkumi peringkat persediaan hingga Ijazah Pertama.Deadline: Ongoing -
Program Khas Lepasan Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia Dalam Negara (LSPM)
Program Khas Lepasan SPM Dalam Negara (LSPM) oleh JPA menawarkan tajaan pengajian dari peringkat persediaan hingga Ijazah Pertama di institusi dalam negara untuk pelajar cemerlang SPM.Deadline: Ongoing -
HELP - Distinction Awards 2026
Any student is eligible to apply for the study awards. Final decision is to be decided by the committee. The waiver is only applicable to the first year of study.Deadline: Ongoing -
University HELP Special Promotion 2026
These are the promotions for all intakes for 2026. The promotions below are applicable for both Malaysians and international students, unless stated differently.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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