Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)
منحة ماليزيا الدولية (MIS)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) is a government programme run by Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education to attract outstanding international students to postgraduate study in Malaysia. It funds full-time Master's or PhD study at a list of approved Malaysian public and private universities in priority fields such as science and engineering, information technology, biotechnology, economics and Islamic finance, environmental studies and health. The award typically covers tuition fees and a monthly living allowance, while travel to Malaysia is at the student's own cost. Applicants usually need an offer of admission from a participating university.
Available programmes
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Malaysia’s Ministry of Higher Education offers MIS for master’s and PhD study at 24 Malaysian universities, open to citizens of 16 Arab countries. The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) page covers the conditions, documents, selection criteria and what happens after selection.
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Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)
Master, PhDFully Funded35 majorsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
Malaysia
Life and living
Malaysia
Studying and living in Malaysia
Costs and living
Tuition for international students varies widely by university and programme, and many universities publish it for the whole programme: • Public universities: for example, a bachelor’s at UTM costs about RM 46,000–76,000 in total, and at USM US$1,560–3,125 per semester; medicine costs much more. • Private universities: usually RM 65,000–165,000 for a whole bachelor’s, with international discounts of 10–50%. • A 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) has applied to international students’ fees at many universities since July 2025. Living costs: about RM 1,500–2,600 a month (around US$320–560): accommodation RM 400–800, food 600–900, transport 100–200, utilities and internet 100–200, personal 200–400. Off-campus housing (2–3-bedroom flat) costs RM 700–1,500 a month plus a three-month deposit.
Working while studying
International students at universities may work part-time up to 20 hours a week with prior Immigration approval; EMGS and universities state this applies during semester breaks. Work is allowed only in approved sectors: restaurants, petrol stations, mini-markets, hotels and on campus. Working as a cashier, singer, musician, masseur, receptionist or student-recruitment agent is not allowed, and breaking the rules can lead to cancellation of the student pass. Credit-bearing internships are permitted. Family: master’s and PhD students can bring a spouse and children on dependant passes; dependants may not work.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in MalaysiaFaculties and majors at the university
3 fields · 9 majors
Faculties and majors at the university
3 fields · 9 majors
Science, Engineering & Information Technology
Agriculture, Fisheries & Biotechnology
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Islamic Finance, Economics & Social Sciences
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition fees, Living allowance RM 1,500 per month.
Eligible levels: Master, PhD.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Two recommendation letters, Admission letter, Curriculum vitae, Research proposal, Passport, Academic transcripts, English test result or institutional declaration.
Apply directly on the official website: https://biasiswa.mohe.gov.my/INTER/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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