MARA Overseas Scholarships for Bumiputera

Mara University of Technology Tawau Campus
Jalan Maktab Perguruan, Balung, Tawau Division, Sabah

MARA Scholarship Programs
1) MARA Study Loan Scheme
2) JPA/MARA Overseas Study Scholarships

Scholarship Loan Amount : The loan covers tuition fees and allowance, the amount of which depends on your financial background.

Academic Qualification : SPM/STPM

Fund Type
Contact	Ketua Pengarah Perkhidmatan Awam, Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam, Bahagian Latihan, Parcel C, Blok C1, Aras 5, Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan, 62510 Putrajaya (U.P: Unit Latihan Sebulum Perkhidmatan hotline-03-88853049
Eligibility	Aged between 18 and 19 (by the closing date of this application 10 days from the release of the SPM 2004 results) and who have scored at least a Grade 2A in Bahasa Melayu, History and Islamic Studies/Moral to apply for their study scholarships in the fields.
How To Apply	· Website www.jpa.gov.my or esila.jpa.gov.my . To download the application form, please visit: esila.jpa.gov.my . On-line applications are free of charge. · Those applying by mail will have to purchase the printed forms from counters located at Bank Simpanan Nasional located nationwide.
Field of study	· Medicine Dentistry/Pharmacy · Medicine (Middle East) · Science & Technology (Biochemistry, Physics, Chemistry, Food Science, Agricultural Science, Veterinarian Science) · Actuarial Science · Biotechnology · Computer Science · Architecture · Accounts · Economics · Engineering (Japan, Korea, Germany, France) · MRSM Special Programme + Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) · Mathematics · Science
Time of application	10 days from the Official SPM Announcement Date.
Value of award

Fund Type	MARA Study Loan Scheme
Eligibility	Bumiputera, Malaysian citizen: Definition of Bumiputera – If one of the parents is a Malay and practicing Islam or Bumiputera (aborigines/indigenous for Sabah & Sarawak) therefore his/her children are Bumiputeras. Credits in Bahasa Melayu at SPM/SPMV level. Never been sponsored by any scholarship bodies at the same education level. Students whose scholarships have been terminated by any sponsor may apply for MARA financial assistance a year after the termination, with the condition that the students have to bear all expenses for that year and obtain excellent results. Institutions of higher learning are recognized by Malaysian Government or private institutions of higher learning are recognized by Private Education Division, Ministry of Education. Meet age requirements as follows: i. Programs for SPM school leavers – 19 years and below ii. First degree – not exceeding 30 years old iii. Master’s degree/Medicine/Dentistry Specialization - not exceeding 40 years old iv. Doctor of Philosophy (phD) – not exceeding 45 years old Currently undergo courses that are of great importance to MARA. Free from any contracts or paid leave from employer while studying except for Medical Specialization courses (For each programs sponsored, there will be other specific requirements relevant to such programs) The Socio Economic status of the family where the annual taxable joint income of the parents or spouses must not exceed RM80,000.
How To Apply	www.mara.gov.my/english/ Inquiries, please contact: Tel: (603) 26915111 ext 1400 MARA Scholarship for Bachelor of Medicine or Bachelor of Surgery MARA scholarship is now available to students seeking to study Monash University’s Bachelor of Medicine or Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme.
Field of study	FIELDS / COURSES SPONSORED BY MARA • Economics • Institute of Chartered Accountancy • Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrative ( ICSA ) • Communication • Management • Business Administration • Accountancy • Professional Accountancy • Agro Business • Mass Communication • Law • Entrepreneur Development • Transportation • Biology • Physics • Chemistry • Mathematics • Life Sciences • Statistics • Biomedicine • Applied Biology • Biotechnology • Applied/Industrial Chemistry • Analysis • Applied Mathematics • Environmental / Earth Sciences • Physical Applied Sciences • Science • Industrial Sciences • Resource Development Sciences • Food / Textile / Plastic / Rubber / Wood Technology • Information Technology • Actuarial Sciences • Pharmacy • Expertise • Optometry • Dentistry • Veterinary • Medicine • Quality Control & Equipment • Real Estate Management • Evaluation • Urban Planning • Architecture • Landscape • Land survey • Computer Sciences • Multimedia

MARA Study Loan Scheme was first introduced in 1966 when Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) was formed. The financial assistance was then given out in the form of full scholarships. From 1968, the financial aid for college was divided into 2 types. MARA scholarships with a 25 % repayment and MARA study loans with a 100 % repayment.

From 1 January 1985 until 31 December 1997, the financial aid was in the form of convertible loans. Students who obtained good grades upon graduation were eligible to apply to convert their MARA study loans to MARA scholarships.

Starting from 1 January 1998, this financial aid has been given out as a 100 % loan except for loans given out under the Excellent Student Scheme where students can apply to convert their MARA study loans to MARA scholarships based on their examination results.

Education Fund Name : MARA Scholarship Programs

Within Malaysia

MARA Scholarship for post SPM Programs

Excellent Student Scheme (Skim Pelajar Cemerlang)
American Degree Foundation /Programs for American Top Universities (ATU)
International Baccalaureate
A-Level for British Top Universities (BTU)
German A-Level
1st. Degree Professional / Programs

1st Degree Programs at IPTA/IPTS.

Technical Diploma
Scholarship of students at MARA Institutes of higher learning eg. GMI, MFI. Scholarship of students at other technical institutes eg. TATI, Tool Tronic and JMTI

Franchised Diploma Program of Public Institutes of Higher Learning at private colleges,IT Diploma at MARA Institutes of Learning, Franchised Degree Program of Public Institutes of Higher Learning at private colleges, Professional Accountancy ACCA/CIMA, Professional Architecture--PAM/LAM II,Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators-ICSA 3 + 0 programs in private colleges.

Overseas Programs

1st. Degree/Professional Programs
Scholarship of SPM leavers
Scholarship of Diploma holders

Scholarship of 1st. Degree holders
Scholarship of Masters Degree holders

Scholarship of Accountancy students
Notes: Field of studies sponsored for (i-iii) are Medicine, Engineering, Information Technology, Actuarial Science, Computer Science and other fields deemed critical by the Government.

Eligibility

Bumiputera, Malaysian citizen: Definition of Bumiputera – If one of the parents is a Malay and practicing Islam or Bumiputera (aborigines/indigenous for Sabah & Sarawak) therefore his/her children are Bumiputeras. Credits in Bahasa Melayu at SPM/SPMV level.
Never been financed by any scholarship bodies at the same education level. Students whose scholarships have been terminated by any sponsor may apply for MARA financial assistance a year after the termination, with the condition that the students have to bear all expenses for that year and obtain excellent results.
Institutions of higher learning are recognized by Malaysian Government or private institutions of higher learning are recognized by Private Education Division, Ministry of Education.
Meet age requirements as follows:
i. Programs for SPM school leavers – 19 years and below
ii. First degree – not exceeding 30 years old
iii. Master’s degree/Medicine/Dentistry Specialization - not exceeding 40 years old
iv. Doctor of Philosophy (phD) – not exceeding 45 years old
Currently undergo courses that are of great importance to MARA.
Free from any contracts or paid leave from employer while studying except for Medical Specialization courses (For each programs sponsored, there will be other specific requirements relevant to such programs)
The Socio Economic status of the family where the annual taxable joint income of the parents or spouses must not exceed RM80,000.
How to apply
Please visit www.mara.gov.my/english/

Any inquiries, please contact:Tel: (603) 26915111 ext 1400

MARA Scholarship for Bachelor of Medicine or Bachelor of Surgery
MARA scholarship is now available to students seeking to study Monash University’s Bachelor of Medicine or Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme. More

MARA (Majlis Amanah Rakyat) is now offering its annual scholarship award to qualified candidates for academic session 2009 and 2010.

Students pursuing first degree, professional courses (ACCA etc), masters and PhD can review the qualifications required and apply accordingly for the scholarship.

Aspiring candidates must not be recipients of any scholarship, loan or other type of financial assistance from any regulated body or company. He or she must be an active student in school with proven academic track record and co-curricular participation.

Students are also required to score min credit in all SPM subjects, and subsequently sit down for International English Language Testing System, IELTS (min mark 5.5) or Test of English as a Foreign Language, TOEFL (min score 550/65).

Courses applicable include engineering, biotechnology, science, medicine, finance, accounting, banking, economics (first degree, masters and PhD) as well as ACCA, CIMA and CA (professional).

Click here to view full requirements and download Mara Scholarship form 2009/2010. All applications must be accompanied by the relevant certificates and transcripts of major academic examinations and sent to: Pengarah, Bahagian Penganjuran Pelajaran MARA, Tingkat 3, Medan MARA, 21, Jalan Raja Laut, 50609 Kuala Lumpur (UP: Unit Pengambilan).

Completed application must be received by the office latest by 23 January 2009.

The list of countries and courses are as follow.

US - Biotech, Engineering, Actuarial Science, Computer Science/Information Technology, Business Administration, Economic, Finance

UK - Medical, Optometry, Biotech, Engineering, Actuarial Science, ACCA

Australia - Medical, Biotech, Engineering, Actuarial Science, Accounting, TESL, Mathematics, Science,

New Zealand - Medical, Optometry, Biotech, Engineering, Actuarial Science, Accounting, TESL, Mathematics, Science,

Canada - Engineering

Jordan - Medical, Dentistry, Islamic Finance/Banking/Economy

Egypt - Medical, Islamic Finance/Banking/Economy

India - Medical, Dentistry

Ireland - Medical, ACCA

Czech Republic - Medical

Poland - Medical

Indonesia - Pharmacy

Germany - Engineering

France - Engineering

China - Mandarin

There are 3 sources of :
Financial support for your higher-education in Malaysia

The role of the scholarship is to offer financial assistance to gifted students in their university or college tuition fees.

Scholarship came in many types of financial aid packages for various sectors of Malaysian society.
Numerous institutions and organizations offer scholarships and loans for undergraduate study in Malaysia.
There are also schemes for students wish to study overseas.

There are thousands of financing options. You don't have to be the brightest, the fittest to be eligible. Conversely, those who do not apply themselves will be found wanting. Often, good timing, preparation and desire are the things you need most.

SCHOLARSHIPS

1	Government scholarships

A- Malaysia Government
B- Oversea Governments

A - Malaysian Government provide financial aid for study in public or private universities in Malaysia.

Scholarships from diploma level upwards, for Malaysia and overseas students.

Government scholarships usually require the student to agree to work for the government for a stipulated period after graduation.

B - Foreign Governments also offer full or partial scholarships.

More about Malaysian Government Scholarship

2	University scholarships

Many private universities offer scholarships to encourage students to pursue higher education regardless of economic background and financial circumstances.

These scholarships offered are for any programmes available at these institutions and are based on different criteria, depending upon the institution.

A common type of scholarship is based on academic excellence, together with meaningful participation in extra-curricular activities.

Some universities scholarships award money according to your grades, ie the higher the grade the more cash you get.

Other university scholarships include everything from awards for sporting prowess to a generous alumnus wanting to give something back to his or her university.

Check to find out what scholarships offers : Private Universities in Malaysia

3	Organizations scholarship

Charities and private organizations Scholarships :

There are many independent charitable trusts and foundations which fund students through their tertiary education.

These include companies which have a civic obligation — known as corporate social responsibility (CSR) — to fulfill.

Depending upon the organization, they may have an array of requirements to be met (on top of academic), such as returning to work in Malaysia or working with the organization during the period of study.

More about Private Scholarships in Malaysia

4	Corporate scholarships

Corporate scholarships from companies varies considerably in terms of the duration of scholarship, plus the amount of money given.

The usual criteria for obtaining this type of award are that, the student studies a particular course at a particular university and subsequently works for a stipulated period of time with the company upon graduation.

LOANS

1	Government loans

For those unable to secure a scholarship, there is a variety of loans made available by :
1) institutions of higher learning, and

2) government and

3) financial institutions.

Depending on which loan you choose, repayment schemes and interest rates applied will vary. Some institutions provide interest-free study loans to needy students, while the Malaysian government makes available low-interest study loans through initiatives such as Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional Malaysia (PTPTN) and Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA).

2	Bank loans

Study loans and personal loans are also available through the many banking institutions in Malaysia.

Some study loans as follows:

1) Al-Falah Education Financing —
Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Berhad

2) BCB Study Loan — Bank of Commerce Berhad

3) Chang Ming Thien Foundation Student Loan — Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA)

4) MARA Study Loan — MARA

5) PTPTN Study Loan — PTPTN

6) RHB Study Loan — RHB Bank

7) U Education Loan — United Overseas Bank