• Scholarship / Fund / Loan

  Deadline

• Kuok – Diploma Awards 2020 for Malaysian Public Polytechnics

  Deadline: 27 December 2019

  KUOK FOUNDATION BERHAD invites applications from students at Malaysian Public Polytechnics for the above awards.

  27 December 2019

• Gadang Scholarship 2019

  Deadline: 31 December 2019

  With 20 over years of excellence accompanied by significant transformation and growth, Gadang is recognized as one of the leading companies catapulting Malaysia’s development into greater heights. Our core business encompasses the areas of Construc...

  31 December 2019

• PISA Scholarships 2020

  Deadline: 30 September 2019 / 31 December 2019

  Applications are invited for the Peninsula International School Australia Scholarships Programme which are awarded to outstanding students with exemplary academic achievement.

  30 September 2019 / 31 December 2019

• British Council GREAT Scholarships 2020

  Deadline: 29 March 2020 / 3 July 2020

  In order to support more Malaysian students to study in the UK, the British Council, together with 9 UK universities, has launched the GREAT Scholarships 2020 – Malaysia campaign.

  29 March 2020 / 3 July 2020

• SEGi Sports Scholarship 2020

  Deadline: Ongoing

  Talented Malaysian athletes who participate at State or National level sporting events.

  Ongoing

• University of Reading: Scholarships for International Students 2019

  Deadline: Ongoing

  We are pleased to offer a 20% fee scholarship to international students for their first year of studies at the University of Reading Malaysia.

  Ongoing

• University of Reading: Family Scholarships 2019

  Deadline: Ongoing

  The University awards automatic scholarships in two categories: Alumni Scholarships and Family Scholarships.

  Ongoing

• University of Reading: Alumni Scholarships 2019

  Deadline: Ongoing

  The University awards automatic scholarships in two categories: Alumni Scholarships and Family Scholarships.

  Ongoing

• University of Reading: High Achiever’s Scholarship 2019

  Deadline: Ongoing

  Students who demonstrate exemplary academic ability and results will automatically receive this scholarship. Discounts of up to 30% off Year 1 tuition fees are available, depending on the level of achievement.

  Ongoing

• University of Reading: PhD Scholarships 2019

  Deadline: Ongoing

  All PhD applications are eligible to be considered for the following discounts and scholarship.

  Ongoing

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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.