MalaysiaGovernment ScholarshipCheck Scholarship LinkMalaysia International Scholarship (MIS)
منحة ماليزيا الدولية (MIS)
About the scholarship program
Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education scholarship for outstanding international students: fully funded Master's and PhD study in Malaysia.
Funding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
100% Full Tuition Fee Waiver
Complete coverage of all university tuition, registration, exam, and laboratory fees throughout the degree program.
Monthly Living Stipend & Allowance
Generous monthly financial support to comfortably cover student housing, food, and daily living costs.
Roundtrip International Airfare
Economy class roundtrip flight tickets between your home country and the host nation every academic year.
Comprehensive Health Insurance & Visa Support
Full medical coverage for emergencies and routine care, plus student residence permit and visa cost refunds.
Settling-in Allowance & Research Grants
Arrival allowance to set up housing, plus budgets for books, academic resources, and international conferences.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This government scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
ملخص بيانات المنحة
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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