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First City UC Study Awards 2026 - Merit Study Award - Diploma (SPM / O-Levels) 【featured】
High-achieving SPM or O-Level students enrolling in a Diploma programme at First City University College are rewarded for their academic performance. This award provides meaningful financial assistance, helping students pursue their studies with conf...Deadline: Ongoing -
First City UC Study Awards 2026 - UEC Study Award - Bachelor’s Degree
High-performing UEC students who enrol in a Bachelor’s Degree at First City University College can qualify for significant tuition fee waivers. The award recognises academic merit and eases the transition into degree-level study.Deadline: Ongoing -
MSU President’s Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to deserving Malaysian students who demonstrate strong academic potential, leadership qualities, and a genuine need for financial assistance.Deadline: Ongoing -
MSU Outstanding Rewards Scholarship (MORE)
he scholarship supports students who combine strong academic results with active participation in sports, arts, leadership, or competitions at the school, state, or national level.Deadline: Ongoing -
Kuok Foundation Scholarships and Study Awards 2026 – UK & Singapore
Applications are now open for the Kuok Foundation 2026 Scholarships & Study Awards, supporting Malaysian students pursuing Bachelor’s degrees in selected British universities or Singaporean public universities. Apply online from 20 January 2026...Deadline: 20 January 2026 -
UM-Wales: High Achiever Scholarship (Foundation ODL)
Designed for students pursuing Foundation programmes via Open Distance Learning, this scholarship supports academically strong applicants seeking flexible study pathways. Eligible students may receive a partial tuition fee reduction based on their ac...Deadline: Ongoing -
UM-Wales: High Achiever Scholarship (Undergraduate)
This scholarship supports academically outstanding students enrolling in undergraduate conventional programmes at UM-Wales. Tuition fee reductions are awarded based on academic performance and are subject to continued participation in the Scholars De...Deadline: Ongoing -
UM-Wales: High Achiever Scholarship (Undergraduate ODL)
The Undergraduate ODL High Achiever Scholarship provides financial assistance to students enrolled in Open Distance Learning degree programmes. It offers a fixed tuition fee rebate to support flexible and accessible higher education.Deadline: Ongoing -
UM-Wales: Foundation Bursary
The Foundation Bursary offers tuition fee support to students enrolled in Foundation programmes at UM-Wales. It is available across both conventional and ODL study modes and supports students progressing into a related undergraduate degree.Deadline: Ongoing -
UM-Wales: STPM / A-Levels Scholarship
This scholarship rewards students with strong STPM or A-Levels results who are enrolling in undergraduate conventional programmes. Eligible applicants may receive partial to full tuition fee support, subject to academic standing and programme require...Deadline: Ongoing -
UM-Wales: Government Matriculation Scholarship
Offered to students with strong results from government matriculation programmes, this scholarship provides significant tuition fee support for selected undergraduate degrees at UM-Wales.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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