Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS)

The MIS is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brains from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. This scholarship aims to support the Malaysian Government’s effort to attract, motivate and retain talented human capital from abroad.
Talented international students with excellent academic records and outstanding co-curricular backgrounds are welcome to apply for this scholarship and further their studies in any selected and well-established Malaysian public and selected private universities at the postgraduate level.

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: Malaysia
• Degree Level: Masters/PhD
• Funded by: Ministry of Higher Education
• Application Date is from 31 May 2024 – 30 June 2024. Please make sure you register in advance

Check Malaysian Government MTCP Scholarship 2024-25: Fully Funded Master’s Degree in Malaysia

Benefits

Benefits of the MIS Scholarship:

• Tuition fees for the whole scholarship period will be paid directly to the university.
• Monthly living allowance of RM 1,500.00 per month.

Preferred Discipline

Eligibility Criteria

Applicant must meet all the below requirements

1. Candidates from the following countries can apply for the MIS Scholarship:
   • ASEAN Countries:
     • Brunei Darussalam
     • Cambodia
     • Indonesia
     • Lao PDR
     • Myanmar
     • Philippines
     • Singapore
     • Thailand
     • Vietnam
   • Commonwealth Countries:
     • Africa
     • Asia
     • Australia
     • British Islands & Mediterranean
     • Canada
     • The Caribbean
     • Americas & The Atlantic
     • India
     • Pacific regions
   • Afghanistan
   • Morocco
   • Albania
   • Maldives
   • Algeria
   • Egypt
   • Saudi Arabia
   • Nepal
   • Australia
   • Oman
   • Azerbaijan
   • Pakistan
   • China
   • Palestine
   • United Arab Emirates
   • Qatar
   • Georgia
   • Russian Federation
   • Hong Kong
   • Senegal
   • Iran
   • Syria
   • Iraq
   • Tajikistan
   • Japan
   • Timor-Leste
   • Jordan
   • Tunisia
   • Kazakhstan
   • Turkiye
   • Republic of Korea
   • Turkmenistan
   • Kuwait
   • Uzbekistan
   • Kyrgyzstan
   • Yemen
   • Libya
2. Applicants are encouraged to refer to Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE) official portal (https://www.moe.gov.my) from time to time for any further updates regarding this scholarship.
3. Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS), applicants must COMPLY to the following criteria:
   • Not more than 40 and 45 years of age for Master and PhD respectively.
   • For Master’s degree, applicants should obtain a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a minimum CGPA of 3.5 at Bachelor Degree.
   • For PhD applicant should obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.5 or very good result at Master’s degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study.
   • Proof of English Language Proficiency:
     • Scanned copy of the original proof of English Language Proficiency such as IELTS (total 6.5); or TOEFL (paper-based test with a minimum total score of 580 or computer-based test with a minimum total score of 230 or internet-based test with a minimum total score of 92); or
     • Applicants obtaining degrees with English as medium of instructions may also be accepted (evidence is a prerequisite).
   • A written proposal with minimum of 1,000 words that is relevant to the field of studies.

How To Apply

1. The application can be made via https://biasiswa.moe.gov.my/INTER/
2. All documents below are COMPULSORY and to be uploaded via online application (scanned and save as in PDF format):

1. Application form;
2. A certified copy of Passport as evidence of nationality (minimum of 6 month’s validity);
3. A certified copy of Academic Transcript;
   • Record of all the courses taken throughout the degree programme must be reflected in the academic transcripts;
   • Applicants must submit transcripts of their undergraduate studies; and
   • Applicants must submit an official document issued by the applicants’ alma mater describing the university’s grade system. If an applicant’s transcript does not include information on CGPA, marks or score percentile. Documents must be certified.
4. A certified copy of English Language Proficiency;
5. Letter of Recommendation from two (2) referees (e.g. lecturer, supervisor or immediate superior, etc.)
6. Endorsement form;
7. Admission letter from Malaysia University (if applicable)
8. Curriculum Vitae; and
9. Research Proposal