Scholarships in Malaysia

Study in Malaysia: a guide for Palestinian students

Malaysia is an increasingly popular and affordable study destination for students from the Arab world, offering quality education at a fraction of Western costs. The Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS) and various university-specific awards make it accessible. Malaysia's multicultural, Muslim-friendly environment is a draw for Arab students.

Why study in Malaysia

• Very affordable tuition and living costs
• Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS) for postgraduates
• Halal food widely available, Muslim-friendly environment
• Growing number of English-taught programmes
• Strong engineering and Islamic finance programmes

Tips for applying in Malaysia

• MIS applications open February–April typically
• Consider University of Malaya for top-ranked programmes
• Living costs as low as RM 1,500–2,500/month
• Many universities accept IELTS alternatives