• Scholarship / Fund / Loan

  Deadline

• 2023 INTI Fast-Track Scholarship

  Deadline: Ongoing

  At INTI, we understand the importance of providing a scholarship to deserving students. We believe that everyone should have an equal opportunity for a brighter future regardless of financial standing.
  Ongoing

• The Gates Cambridge Scholarship

  Deadline: Ongoing

  The Gates Cambridge Scholarship programme was established in October 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge; this is the largest ever single donation to a UK university. The first class...
  Ongoing

• TAR UMT Merit Scholarship

  Deadline: Ongoing

  The TAR UMT Merit Scholarship is awarded to outstanding Malaysian students in the form of tuition fee waiver of up to 100%. Candidates who meet the scholarship criteria will be automatically offered the Merit Scholarship (Terms & Conditions Ap...
  Ongoing

• UTAR Top Achiever Scholarships 2022/2023

  Deadline: Ongoing

  UTAR offers bond-free scholarships of up to 100% tuition fees to help bright students to pursue their tertiary education. Upon successful admission to UTAR, scholarships will be given automatically to the eligible students. At the same time, student...
  Ongoing

• Nexus IB Diploma Scholarships for August 2023/24 intake

  Deadline: 9 January 2023

  Nexus International School is pleased to offer IB Diploma Scholarships (full & partial) for August 2023/24 intake, to learners who have the potential to succeed at the highest level of this programme. Full and Weekday boarding (Monday-Friday only...
  9 January 2023

• TOA Education Loan

  Deadline: Ongoing

  We believe that everyone should have a chance to receive a professional education. That’s the reason we provide administrative aid for financial assistance with tuition fees. We help our students liaise with governmental organizations such as the N...
  Ongoing

• The APU Scholarships & Merit Awards

  Deadline: 31 December 2022

  As part of APU’s long term mission & vision, we consistently aim to provide access to world-class education to a broad spectrum of Malaysian students. As part of our continuous efforts to provide better opportunities to pursue higher education ...
  31 December 2022

• The University of Hong Kong International Undergraduate Scholarships

  Deadline: Ongoing

  HKU welcomes students from around the globe and encourages go-getters to realize their dreams with countless opportunities offered. If you want to embark on an amazing journey at one of the world’s top universities (HKU ranked 21st in the World in ...
  Ongoing

• IGB International School Scholarship

  Deadline: 13 January 2023

  The IGB International School Scholarship for the August 2023 intake is now open for application. Students who are enrolling for Grades 6 to Grade 11 are welcome to apply! The application must be submitted by 13 January 2023.
  13 January 2023

• SJIIM Sixth Form Scholarships Programme

  Deadline: 27 January 2023

  SJIIM is offering the Cambridge A Level and IBDP scholarships to deserving students entering Year 12 in August 2023.
  27 January 2023

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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.