International fees at Universiti Malaya (UM) for 2025/26 are about RM 25,000–40,000/yr (undergraduate) and RM 20,000–45,000/yr (postgraduate). We secure the maximum scholarship for you.
Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
Universiti Malaya (UM)
Malaysia’s oldest and highest-ranked public university — among Asia’s leading institutions, heading the country in research, engineering and medicine, with comparatively low tuition.
Malaysia’s #1 universityFebruary & September
- Location
- Kuala Lumpur
- UG from
- RM 25,000–40,000/yr
- PG from
- RM 20,000–45,000/yr
- Intakes
- February & September
- Partial to full tuition
- Scholarship
- Fast
- Offer letter
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- Flight Time from Dhaka
- February & September
- Intakes
About
Malaysia’s oldest and highest-ranked public university — among Asia’s leading institutions, heading the country in research, engineering and medicine, with comparatively low tuition.
Tuition fees
| Level | Program | Duration | Annual fee (intl.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (international) | All programmes | — | RM 25,000–40,000 |
| Postgraduate (international) | Master’s | — | RM 20,000–45,000 |
2025/26 indicative international fees; varies by programme.
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Scholarships
UM International Scholarship
Partial to full tuition
Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)
Full tuition + stipend · Malaysian government award
Popular programmes
Computer Science
Medicine
Electrical Engineering
Business & Accounting
Civil Engineering
Pharmacy
Entry requirements & how to apply
Typical requirements for international students at Universiti Malaya (UM):
- Undergraduate: HSC/A-Levels with good grades (or equivalent)
- Postgraduate: a recognised bachelor’s degree
- English: IELTS 6.0–6.5 (some programmes accept alternatives)
- Documents: passport, transcripts, SOP and references
How to apply to Universiti Malaya (UM)
- Free eligibility check and course selection
- We prepare your documents and apply on your behalf
- Offer letter + maximum scholarship
- Deposit and full visa support
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Universiti Malaya (UM) — FAQ
Universiti Malaya (UM) offers: UM International Scholarship (Partial to full tuition); Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) (Full tuition + stipend). We help you qualify and apply.
Share your documents with us — we assess eligibility, apply on your behalf, bring your offer letter, then support your visa.
International students may work up to 20 hours a week, but only during semester breaks or holidays longer than seven days — not during term. The permitted sectors are also restricted (restaurants, mini-markets, petrol stations and hotels, excluding reception roles).
Universiti Malaya (UM) has February & September intakes. Apply early to secure your scholarship and seat.
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