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Malaysia offers many financial aid options and scholarships to international students. Numerous fully funded scholarships are available for various programs at prestigious universities.
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How To Study In Malaysia For Free?
Research relevant Malaysian universities, craft a strong application highlighting your strengths, find fully funded scholarships, apply, and consider student loans.
This article lists ten scholarships for international students in 2025 and highlights Malaysia’s English language learning opportunities for international students.
The Top 10 Scholarship Programs in Malaysia for 2025–2026
Below are ten top Malaysian scholarships offering full or partial funding.
#1 Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships in Malaysia
Various scholarships and fellowships are available to advance knowledge, international collaboration, and Malaysia’s economic sectors. Age limit is 45. Includes airfare, tuition, allowance, grants, insurance, and visa.
Requires a 3.5/4.0 GPA, TOEFL score of 92, and IELTS score of 6.5.
#2 Malaysian International Scholarship Program
Scholarships for international students to study in Malaysia, offered through the Malaysian government and Asia Pacific University. Age limit is 45. Covers airfare, tuition, allowance, grants, and insurance.
Requires a 3.5/4.0 GPA, TOEFL score of 92, and IELTS score of 6.5.
#3 University of Nottingham Scholarships for International Students
The International Postgraduate Excellence Award provides £2,000-£8,000 towards tuition fees for postgraduate master’s programs. Must have an offer of admission.
Regions covered: Africa, Americas, ASEAN and Oceania, CIS, East Asia, Europe, Middle East and Turkey, South Asia
#4 Malaysia International Bursaries At International Medical University
Scholarships for high-achieving international students, particularly for medical programs.
#5 Taylor’s College Scholarship Program for International Students
Fully funded scholarships covering 100% of costs for undergraduate and graduate programs. Open to students with strong academic records.
#6 Graduate Research Scholarship Program
Scholarships for undergraduate students with strong academic and extracurricular records. Awards range from RM 1125 to RM 1500.
#7 APU Merit Scholarship Program
Scholarships for outstanding international bachelor’s and master’s students at Asia Pacific University. Award amounts vary based on merit; 100% funding possible for students with a 3.70 GPA or higher. First-come, first-served.
#8 University Trust Graduate Scholarship Program
Scholarships for international master’s and PhD students at UCSI University (ranked 284th globally by QS). Age limit is 45. Offers full or partial tuition waivers.
#9 Malaysia Foundation HighAchievers Scholarship Program
Scholarships for PhD applicants at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. Requires a 75% or higher academic record. Offers a 25-35% tuition waiver.
#10 UKM Vice-Chancellor Scholarships Program
Scholarships for international postgraduate and doctoral students at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). Covers tuition, registration, and thesis fees. Application deadline: July 1st-14th.
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