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Financial Assistance

" Our goal is to help people from all levels of society reach their full potential"

At QIU, we believe that quality education should be available to everyone. Our goal is to help people from all levels of society reach their full potential.

We understand that different students will have different financial situations, so we work with a variety of education loan and scholarship providers to ensure that our students get the very best options to fulfil their education financial needs. Students can apply to the following financial aid providers.

INTERNAL SCHOLARSHIP

QIU Foundation & Diploma Programme Scholarship

 

 

The requirements for the QIU Foundation & Diploma Programme Scholarship are as stated below:-

Scholarship (%) on Tuition Fee for Foundation Programmes
50%100%
3As – 5As in SPM / O Levels6As and above in SPM / O Levels
Foundation In Science leading to MBBS or Pharmacy program
100% Tuition Fee Waiver
5B’S in 3 Science subject, Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and 1 other subject in SPM level.
  • The scholarship is applicable to the tuition fees for the Foundation in Arts, Foundation in Science and Foundation in Business programmes.
  • Applicants are required to enrol in any of the degree programmes at QIU upon completion of the foundation programme.
    Applicants must ensure the degree programme of choice is available at QIU.
  • All other costs/payment such as basic fees, hostel fees and transportation must be paid by the student.
Scholarship (%) on Tuition Fee for Diploma Programmes
25%50%
3As – 5As in SPM / O Levels6As and above in SPM / O Levels
  • The scholarship is applicable to the tuition fees for a Diploma programme at QIU.
  • All other costs/payment such as basic fees, hostel fees and transportation must be paid by the student.
QIU Tuition Fee Waiver For Foundation In Science

 

The requirements for the QIU Tuition Fee Waiver For Foundation In Science Scholarship are as stated below:-

Foundation In Science leading to MBBS or Pharmacy program
100% Tuition Fee Waiver
5B’S in 3 Science subject, Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and 1 other subject in SPM level.
QIU Degree Scholarship

 

The minimum requirements for the QIU Degree Scholarship are as stated below:

 50% waiver of tuition fee25% waiver of tuition fee15% waiver of tuition fee
QIU Foundation / DiplomaCGPA ≥ 3.50, with relevant subjects taken into considerationCGPA ≥ 3.25, with relevant subjects taken into considerationCGPA ≥ 3.00, with relevant subjects taken into consideration
STPM/ Diploma/ Foundation/ Matriculation CGPA ≥ 3.25 and above with relevant subjects taken into consideration 
A-Levels ABB and above in the relevant subjects 
UEC3 As in the relevant subjects5 Bs in the relevant subjects 
SACE/AUSMAT ATAR 80 and above 
IB ≥ 30 and above 
  • The scholarship is applicable to the tuition fees for all degree programmes, EXCEPT the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) programmes.
  • The scholarship is offered on merit basis to students who have completed the QIU Foundation and QIU Diploma programmes only.
  • All other costs/payment such as basic fees, hostel fees and transportation must be paid by the student.
QIU UEC Scholarship

The minimum requirements for the QIU UEC Scholarship are as stated below:

  • The scholarship is applicable to the tuition fees for all degree programmes, EXCEPT the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) programmes.
  • The scholarship is offered on merit basis to students who have completed the QIU Foundation and QIU Diploma programmes only.
  • All other costs/payment such as basic fees, hostel fees and transportation must be paid by the student.
QIU Sports Scholarship

 

The minimum requirements for the QIU Sports Scholarship are as stated below:

Sports Scholarship (%) on Tuition Fee for Foundation & Diploma Programmes
50%100%
State RepresentativeNational Representative
  • The scholarship is applicable to the tuition fees for any Foundation or Diploma programme.
  • All other costs/payment such as basic fees, hostel fees and transportation must be paid by the student.
  • The applicant must fulfill the minimum entry requirements for the foundation or diploma programme of choice.
  • The student has to attend an interview to be eligible for the scholarship.
QIU MBBS Scholarship

 

Foundation / Matriculation / STPM / A-Level / UEC/ Diploma (in related field)Total Amount
CGPA 3.00 and above / A Level 12 points / UEC 16-20 points in 5 subjects ; including Physics , Biology , Chemistry , Mathematics & 1 other subject .RM25,000.00
CGPA 3.50 and above / A Level 13 points / UEC 11-15 points in 5 subjects ; including Physics , Biology , Chemistry , Mathematics & 1 other subject .RM27,000.00
CGPA 3.70 and above / A Level 14 points / UEC 5 -10 points in 5 subjects ; including Physics , Biology , Chemistry , Mathematics & 1 other subject .RM30,000.00
QIU Pharmacy Scholarship

Up to RM30,000 scholarship on tuition fees*

Scholarships are awarded to students who record on outstanding academic performance. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview with the scholarship panel.

QIU Fee Waivers for Postgraduate Programmes

1. For QIU Alumni
QIU AlumniQIU Alumni with 1st-Class Honours
Application Fee WaiverApplication Fee Waiver
20% Tuition Fee Waiver30% Tuition Fee Waiver
2. Applicants from Education Sector
Programme: Master of Education or Master of Arts in the Teaching of English as a Second Language

A 10% group tuition fee waiver is awarded for applicants from the education sector i.e. school teachers, college or university lecturers (except administrative staff). This waiver is ONLY given to group applicants from the same institution if the application received is 3 and above. Each applicant in the group will receive a 10% tuition fee waiver.

EXTERNAL SCHOLARSHIP

Madam Pathmavathi Scholarship and Mr Kumarakulasingam Scholarship
The minimum requirements for the Madam Pathmavathi Scholarship and Mr Kumarakulasingam Scholarship are as stated below:-
 
100% Scholarship on Tuition Fee
STPMA LevelsFoundation/ MatriculationDiploma (in related field)
Minimum CGPA 3.50Minimum 3AsMinimum CGPA 3.50Minimum CGPA 3.50

 

  • The Madam Pathmavathi Scholarship is applicable to the tuition fees for the Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (Hons) and Bachelor of Special Needs Education (Hons) programmes.
  • The Mr Kumarakulasingam Scholarship is applicable to the tuition fees for the Bachelor of Mass Communication (Hons) Journalism, Bachelor of Mass Communication (Hons) Advertising and Bachelor of Corporate Communication (Hons) programmes.
  • The applicants must have obtained a distinction in English (at SPM / O-Levels examination)
  • All other costs/payment such as basic fees, hostel fees and transportation must be paid by the student.
  • The student has to attend an interview to be eligible for the scholarship.

OTHER SCHOLARHIP AND LOANS

PTPTN

PTPTN is the abbreviation of Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional. This is an agency under the Ministry of Education that gives study loans to students who are pursuing tertiary education in Malaysia. The loans assist students from public and private higher education institutions alike.

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Plenitude Scholarship

Plenitude Berhad is a public listed company with core interests in property development, property investment, property management and hospitality services. It was incorporated on 6th November 2000 as Plenitude Sdn Bhd and became a public limited company in the same year and was renamed Plenitude Berhad. Plenitude Group commands a diverse portfolio of business ventures related to property and hospitality and has built a reliable track record in the real estate industry of being recognized for their strategic locations, easy accessibility and comprehensive amenities. 

The Plenitude Scholarship is established to help exceptional Malaysian students access further education. It is part of the Group’s Corporate Social Responsibility and our quest to nurture scholars who will contribute towards building a more progressive society and nation.

Plenitude scholars will be offered internship opportunities and job placements at Plenitude upon graduation.

 

Preferred Discipline & Fields of Study

(i) Hospitality, Culinary & Events Management related courses

  • Hospitality Management
  • Culinary Management

(ii) Business, Accounting & Finances related courses

  • Accounting, Commerce and Finance
  • Business & Management
  • Marketing/E-Commerce

(iii) Engineering, Building & Technology related courses

  • Architecture & Built Environment
  • Civil Engineering
  • Real Estate & Property Management

Eligibility Requirements

  • Applicants must be Malaysian citizens;
  • Eligible students who are pursuing full-time degree courses (undergraduates) at any local university or reputable higher learning institution in Malaysia;
  • Must be enrolled in a related field of study with a minimum CGPA of 3.3000 in Foundation / Diploma / STPM or equivalent;
  • Total combined income of parents / guardians should not exceed RM10,000 per month;
  • Non-recipient of any other financial assistance;
  • Energetic high achiever who is committed to self-development, driven to excel, has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and holds leadership positions in school or university clubs.

Details of the Plenitude Scholarship as per the link below:

https://www.plenitude.com.my/plenitude-scholarship

Malaysian Community and Education Foundation (MCEF)

MCEF Student Loan Department
Tel : 03-22735179

Email : sls@mcef.com.my

Address : 150, Jalan Thamby Abdullah, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

MiED
MiED is the abbreviation of Maju Institute of Educational Development. MiED offers study loans to needy students who are continuing and pursuing their tertiary education in any recognised institution. The MiED study loan will only cover part of tuition fees which will be paid directly to the institutions. The loan approved is only for the current year of application.
PERKESO
It is open to all PERKESO members and the education loans are open to PERKESO contributors who are qualified for study loans. PERKESO offers educational loans to children of members who are receiving monthly invalid pensions.
KOJADI

KOJADI’s (Koperasi Jayadiri Malaysia Berhad) objective is to provide an effective educational loan facility for needy students to pursue higher education. The applicant must be a member of KOJADI. The loan amount is subject to the discretion of the Board.

http://kojadi.my/

Pinjaman Pendidikan Kerajaan Negeri Perak

Perak Higher Educational Loans are offered to qualified Perak-born students who are seeking financial assistance to pursue their higher education.

Perak State Government Higher Education Loan

Pinjaman Pendidikan Kerajaan Negeri Pulau Pinang

Penang State Higher Educational Loan are offered to qualified Penang-born students who are seeking financial assistance to pursue their higher education.

Yayasan Kemajuan Islam Nasional (YAKIN)

The YAKIN Educational Fund was established to  give financial assistance without interest to families with a household income of RM 3,000 or less. The loan is available for KIMMA members only.

Pinjaman Pendidikan Kerajaan Negeri Selangor

Selangor State Educational Loans are offered to qualified Selangor-born students who are seeking financial assistance to pursue their higher education.

Selangor State Government Education Loan

ANGKASA

Pinjaman Pendidikan Yayasan ANGKASA is for all cooperative members. This interest-free loan is available for the children of members who are not more than 25 years of age at the time of application. The member should not be more than 40 years of age at the time of application.

Koperasi Guru-Guru Sekolah Malaysia Berhad

Koperasi Guru-Guru Sekolah Malaysia Berhad is for all cooperative members. The member must be an active member at the time they make a loan application.

National Land Finance Co Operative Society Ltd. (NLFCS)

All children of members can apply for an education loan for higher studies. Interest-free education loans within approved limits are being offered.

Kumpulan Yayasan Sabah

The Sabah Foundation is operationally referred to as Yayasan Sabah Group. The foundation provides education and educational facilities for all Malaysians in Sabah.

KWSP (The Employee Provident Fund)

This withdrawal allows you to utilise your savings in Account 2 to finance your education or your children’s education (including step-children and legally adopted children) at an Institution of Higher Learning.

Skim MARA Bank

Open to all Malaysian Bumiputeras for postgraduate programmes. It is a collaboration between MARA and Bank Rakyat.

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