What does the Malaysia International Scholarship cover for me, and how much is the monthly allowance?
The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) covers tuition fees for the approved study period and pays a monthly living allowance of RM 1,500. Travel is not covered. It is a merit-based award from the Government of Malaysia for full-time Master's or PhD study at participating Malaysian universities.
The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) covers your full tuition for the approved study period and gives you a living allowance of RM 1,500 (approx INR 35,295) per month. It covers tuition and the monthly allowance but not travel, and is a merit-based award from the Government of Malaysia for postgraduate study.
What MIS Covers
| Coverage | Details |
|---|---|
| Tuition fees | Covered in full for the approved study period, paid directly to the university after it sends the tuition invoice to the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia. |
| Monthly living allowance | RM 1,500 (approx INR 35,295) per month, released once every four months, subject to a satisfactory academic progress report submitted to MOHE. |
| Study duration | Support applies for the approved duration of a full-time Master's or PhD programme under the scholarship terms. |
| Participating institutions | Eligible postgraduate programmes at participating Malaysian public universities and approved private higher education institutions. |
| Type of award | Covers tuition and the monthly allowance (travel not covered); merit-based, sponsored by the Government of Malaysia through MOHE. |
Other Advantages of the Scholarship
- Study at internationally recognised Malaysian universities.
- Access advanced laboratories, research centres and innovation hubs.
- Experience a multicultural academic and professional environment.
- Network with international students, researchers and industry experts.
- Get support for research projects in priority academic and technological fields.
- Work with academic supervisors and take part in international conferences and publications.
My Advice
Remember that the scholarship applies only to eligible postgraduate programmes at participating institutions, so check that your chosen university and course qualify before you apply. Plan your first few months carefully, because the living allowance is released once every four months rather than monthly.
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