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- Scholarships Explained!
Below is our latest list of available scholarships offered by private and public organisations in Malaysia. Most of the scholarships are offered only to Malaysians while others includes scholarships for international students.
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Scholarship / Fund / Loan
Deadline
UOW KDU HOPE Bursary 2020
Deadline: 8 August 2020Hope Bursary is awarded to deserving candidates who require financial aid to pursue higher education.
Expiring Soon8 August 2020Expiring SoonUTAR - Datin Seri Ting Sui Ngit Foundation Scholarship 2020
Deadline: 8 August 2020Datin Seri Ting Sui Ngit Foundation invites applicants for scholarships for the academic year of 2020.
Expiring Soon8 August 2020Expiring SoonPerdana University Scholarship Programmes 2020
Deadline: 15 August 2020The Scholarship is awarded to Malaysian students who achieve outstanding results in their Pre-University and SPM or highest qualification.
Expiring Soon15 August 2020Expiring SoonMACEE - Fulbright Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2021-2022
Deadline: 17 August 2020We are pleased to announce the competition for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship program. The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a Fulbright Program that brings accomplished young and mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership potent...
Expiring Soon17 August 2020Expiring SoonMREPC Scholarship Award for Professional Graduateship of Rubber Technology 2020
Deadline: 21 August 2020The Professional Graduateship of Rubber Technology, conducted by Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) MICET, is designed for graduates of science-based courses such as engineering, polymer science and any other science-based courses.
Expiring Soon21 August 2020Expiring SoonUOW KDU Driving Dreams Scholarship 2020
Deadline: 30 August 2020The Driving Dreams Scholarship is awarded to students who have outstanding sports achievement at the State and National levels or have demonstrated outstanding leadership ability through active participation in co-curricular activities, social servic...
30 August 2020Pestech Care Undergraduate & Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2020
Deadline: 30 August 2020PESTECH CARE undergraduate/ postgraduate scholarship program aim to create a vibrant and sustainable talent pipelines by providing education sponsorship, training and opportunities to new talents.
30 August 2020Yayasan Khazanah - Rhodes Scholarship for Malaysia 2021
Deadline: 31 August 2020, 23:59 MYTYayasan Khazanah are supporting the Rhodes Scholarship for Malaysia. The Rhodes Scholarships are postgraduate awards supporting exceptional students from around the world to study at the University of Oxford. The Rhodes is the oldest and perhaps the ...
31 August 2020, 23:59 MYTYayasan KLK Scholarship 2020
Deadline: 10 September 2020Yayasan KLK, a foundation established by KLK, offers scholarships to high-achieving young Malaysians who are studying or have gained a place at any Malaysian institutions of higher learning. Upon graduation, scholars may be offered the opportunity to...
10 September 2020MAHSA University Scholarships 2020
Deadline: 31 July, 31 October 2020MAHSA University hereby offers the MAHSA University Scholarship to students subject to the terms and conditions stated hereinafter.
31 July, 31 October 2020
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.
