Admission · Malaysia

University admission in Malaysia with people who studied there

Malaysia hosts over 159,000 international students — around 12.6% of all higher-education enrolment. Teaching is predominantly in English, and full branch campuses of Monash and the University of Nottingham operate in the country.

Catalogue: 36 universities profiled
Language of instruction: English
Visa: Student Pass (via EMGS)

Our mentors for this country come from its leading universities, including Sunway University

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Malaysia in a minute

What gets checked first. Many people find out about it too late.

Good to know in advance

No government scholarship for undergraduates; MIS excludes airfare

We tell you this before you pay, so you don't waste a year and your money.

Language of instruction

English

Visa

Student Pass (via EMGS)

Scholarship

MIS — master's and PhD only

Universities in Malaysia

36 universities with worked-through profiles: standing, ranking positions, city and what admission takes. These aren't all the universities we can help you get into to Malaysia. If the one you want isn't listed, write to us.

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1st in Malaysia · 56th in QS World Rankings 2027

Universiti Malaya

Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia's leading research university

3rd in Malaysia (QS 2027) · 130th (QS 2027)

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Bangi · Malaysia Research University

Monash University Malaysia

Subang Jaya · Private research university, campus of Monash University

Universiti Putra Malaysia

Serdang · Malaysian public research university

Second-oldest university in Malaysia

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Penang · Oldest university in Northern Malaysia

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Skudai · Public research university

International Islamic University Malaysia

Gombak · Public university in Malaysia

One of Malaysia's leading private universities · 801-850th globally (QS 2027)

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

Kampar · Not-for-profit private research university

Everything about admission to Malaysia

Admission has four parts. Start with whichever matters most to you right now.

Universities

36 profiles: standing, rankings, city and requirements

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Grants and scholarships

Which scholarships there are in Malaysia, who gets them and what it takes.

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Language and exams

Which language the teaching is in, which exam you will be asked for and how we prepare you.

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Services and cost

What we take on, and how the price is worked out for this destination.

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In-depth guide: university admission in Malaysia

Why Malaysia

Malaysia is one of the few destinations combining English-medium education with a low cost of living. According to the Ministry of Higher Education, more than 159,000 international students study here, roughly 12.6% of total higher-education enrolment.

A distinctive advantage is the branch campuses: Monash University Malaysia and the University of Nottingham Malaysia award the parent university's degree while you study in Malaysia, at a lower cost than Australia or the UK.

The country's five research universities host over 41,000 international students — about 22% of their intake — so the international environment is a reality of campus life rather than a claim.

The MIS scholarship: two limits that matter

The Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS) is administered by the Ministry of Higher Education. It is open to citizens of Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Georgia — confirmed by the official recipient-country list.

First limit: MIS covers master's and doctoral study only. There is no verified government scholarship of this kind for international undergraduates, and we say so plainly rather than leaving false expectations in place.

Second: under the programme's official guidelines the scholarship covers exactly two things — tuition and a monthly living allowance. Many aggregator sites claim MIS also pays for flights, insurance and books; that is not in the official guidelines. Eligibility includes a CGPA of 3.00 and English at IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL PBT 550.

Visa and study costs

International students obtain a Student Pass through EMGS, the system owned by the Ministry of Higher Education: eVAL approval first, then an entry visa. Applications must be made from outside Malaysia, and a medical examination is required within seven days of arrival.

Tuition depends on the university and programme; there is no reliable national average — figures on aggregator sites are often whole-programme totals misreported as annual. Check the specific university's own fee page.

UNIPROFI in Malaysia

In Malaysia the most valuable thing we offer is honest navigation: which programmes are accredited, how a Western branch campus differs from a local university, and what the scholarship genuinely covers.

Write to us if you are considering Malaysia — we will tell you where this direction stands and how we can help now.

How we take you through admission in Malaysia

Getting to know you

You message us or take the quiz on the site. We ask about your goal, budget, language and timing.

Plan

We suggest countries, universities and programmes that suit you. If we see anything that could get in the way, we tell you straight away.

Documents and applications

We help with your documents and motivation letter, submit the applications and deal with the admissions office.

Admission and the move

You get your offer letter, and we help with the visa, insurance and housing. We stay in touch for your first weeks there.

Frequently asked questions about studying in Malaysia

What language are degrees taught in in Malaysia?

English. Which exam you will be asked for and how we prepare you is covered under Language and exams.

What visa do I need to study in Malaysia?

Student Pass (via EMGS). The documents and timing depend on the university and programme — we check them against your case.

What scholarships are there in Malaysia?

The main programme is MIS (master's and PhD only). What you can apply for with your profile is covered under Grants and scholarships.

What should I know in advance about applying in Malaysia?

No government scholarship for undergraduates; MIS excludes airfare

How many universities in Malaysia are in your catalogue?

36 with full profiles: status, rankings, city and requirements. We also help with universities that aren't in the catalogue yet.

How does UNIPROFI help with admission in Malaysia?

We shortlist universities and programmes for your profile, prepare your documents and motivation letter, submit the applications and help with the visa and the move. If anything could stand in the way, we tell you before you pay and suggest another option.