Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Scholarships for International Students 2027

By Hyun Lee Updated September 11, 2025

George Town, Malaysia 3 scholarships available

If you are planning your budget for Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), these scholarships are a practical place to start. The list is prioritized by typical funding strength.

If you are focusing on university provided awards tied to Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), the following scholarships are commonly among the most impactful options. Graduate Fellowship is usually considered fully funded, and typical coverage can include tuition fees and monthly allowance of RM 500 for masters candidates and RM 700 for PhD candidates. A strong option is Graduate Student Financial Assistance (GRA-ASSIST) which is full tuition and often covers tuition fees for the first and second semesters.

More scholarships connected to this institution are listed further down. Scroll to explore the full set of opportunities.

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Scholarships for International Students

The scholarships at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) can help fund your study expenses. There are currently 3 scholarships being offered to international students at the Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), all with varying requirements, benefits, and application processes. We have compiled them in this list to help you find the scholarship that best fits you.

Graduate Scholarships

External Scholarships

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Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Admissions

Here are the official admission pages for Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM):

Degree	Admissions Pages
Bachelor's	International Students Admissions Page
Master's	International Students Admissions Page

Tuition Fees at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) for International Students

Indicative annual tuition fee ranges for international students at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). Exact fees vary by program, so always confirm the current cost on the university's official tuition fee pages.

Degree Level	Typical Annual Range
Bachelor's Tuition	12,234 – 19,575 MYR
Master's Tuition	9,000 – 23,000 MYR

Please note that tuition fees can vary based on the specific program you choose. For the most accurate and current fee information, consult the official tuition fee pages linked above.

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About the Author: Hyun Lee

Hi! I am Hyun, and I am the founder at Global Scholarships. I've received a full-tuition scholarship at Birmingham-Southern College and a $1,000 Burger King Scholarship for my undergraduate degree and was offered a fully funded scholarship consisting of tuition, living stipend, and health insurance for computer science Ph.D. program at North Carolina State University. You can read more about my scholarship journey here. If you are interested, you can follow me on Linkedin where I regularly write about scholarships.