There is a wide range of scholarships available that you can consider. Partial scholarships cover a part of your tuition fees while full scholarships cover the cost for the whole program. Most scholarships do not cover living costs.

 

Excellence Award Scholarship

The most prestigious scholarship offered at UOW Malaysia KDU. It provides full tuition waiver and every year, only a few distinguished students are awarded with this scholarship.

• Pre-University & Foundation Studies Program
• Diploma Program
• Degree Program

Criteria		Value of the Scholarship
SPM	9A*s & above	100% tuition fee waiver for the duration of program in UOW Malaysia KDU
O-Level	9A*s & above
A-Level	≥ 19pts/AAAB
STPM	CGPA ≥ 3.75 (3 or 4 subjects)
UEC	Agg ≤ 8 (5 subjects)
SAM/AUSMAT	≥ ATAR 90
CPU	Agg ≥ 95%
IB	≥ 40
Foundation/Diploma	CGPA ≥ 3.90

Applicants are required to demonstrate outstanding leadership quality, self-motivation and positive attributes, on top of the above academic achievement.

How to apply?

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Notes:

1. This scholarship is based on ACTUAL examination results only. Forecast or trial results will not be accepted.
2. Applicant must be enrolled as a student of UOW Malaysia KDU and pay the full enrolment fee to be eligible to apply for the scholarship.
3. The deadline for scholarship application with submission of all relevant documents is 11 January, 21 May and 6 September 2021.
4. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview within one month after the application closing date. All shortlisted candidates are required to attend an interview. Failure to do so, will result in disqualification of application. Only successful candidates will be notified of the outcome after the interview.
5. All fees paid are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the scholarship application.
6. Successful recipients are required to maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.66 (or equivalent) throughout their duration of study in order to maintain their scholarship.

 

HOPE Bursary

Hope Bursary is awarded to deserving candidates who require financial aid to pursue higher education.

Criteria	Value of Bursary
Students with family income below RM60,000 per annum	50% – 100% waiver on tuition fee

How to Apply?

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Note:

1. The deadline for bursary application with submission of all relevant documents is 11 January, 21 May and 6 September 2021.
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview within 2 weeks after the application closing date. All shortlisted candidates are required to attend an interview. Failure to do so will result in disqualification of application.
3. Only successful candidates will be notified via email within 2 weeks after the interview. Successful applicants must confirm their acceptance of the bursary by registration within 2 weeks, failing which it will be automatically withdrawn.
4. Successful recipients are required to maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (or equivalent) throughout their duration of study in order to maintain their scholarship.
5. This bursary is applicable for Malaysian students only.

 

Driving Dreams Scholarship

The Driving Dreams Scholarship is awarded to students who have outstanding sports achievement at State and National levels, or have demonstrated outstanding leadership ability through active participation in co-curricular activities, social services and volunteerism. The award seeks to help students demonstrating a strong sporting or leadership capability to drive their dreams.

Criteria	Value of the scholarship
Candidates who held leadership roles during their high school as Chairman / President of club / society / school uniform body or National or state sport athletes or Candidate who is a special talent award winner in Malaysia /international competition.	Up to 50% waiver on tuition fee for the duration of the program

How to Apply?

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Note:

1. This scholarship is based on ACTUAL examination results only. Forecast or trial results will not be accepted.
2. Applicant must be enrolled as a student of UOW Malaysia KDU and pay the full enrolment fee to be eligible to apply for the scholarship.
3. The deadline for scholarship application with submission of all relevant documents is 11 January, 21 May and 6 September 2021.
4. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview within one month after the application closing date. All shortlisted candidates are required to attend an interview. Failure to do so will result in disqualification of application. Only successful candidates will be notified of the outcome after the interview.
5. All fees paid are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the scholarship application.
6. Successful recipients are required to maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (or equivalent) throughout their duration of study in order to maintain their scholarship.

 

Vice-Chancellor Scholarship

The Vice-Chancellor Scholarship is awarded to current UOW Malaysia KDU students who have consistently delivered outstanding results in their degree program and demonstrate ambitions to positively impact the community and society.

Criteria	Value of the scholarship
Current bachelor degree students who achieve CGPA score greater than, or equivalent to 3.75 after one year of study in UOW Malaysia KDU. Demonstrate excellent leadership ability, entrepreneurial spirit and other essential attributes. Active participation in clubs / societies management, events and activities.	Up to 100% tuition fee waiver on subsequent semesters for the duration of the program

How to apply?

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Notes:

1. The deadline for scholarship application, with submission of all relevant documents is 30 July 2021.
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview within one month after the application closing date. All shortlisted candidates are required to attend an interview. Failure to do so will result in disqualification of the application. Only successful candidates will be notified of the outcome after the interview.
3. Successful recipients are required to maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.66 (or equivalent) throughout their duration of study in order to maintain their scholarship.
4. The scholarship is only valid for the program in which the recipient has enrolled and for the normal duration of study in UOW Malaysia KDU.

 

Vice-Chancellor Merit Award

The Vice-Chancellor Merit Award is an award for current UOW Malaysia KDU students in recognition of their academic achievement and professional development.

Criteria	Value of the scholarship
Current UOW Malaysia KDU students who have accumulated a minimum CGPA of 3.75 in the latest semester after one year of study in UOW Malaysia KDU. Exhibit strong leadership quality, communication skills, professionalism, and enthusiasm – actively involved in clubs/societies management, events and activities.	One off RM2,000 to off set tuition fee of the next semester

How to apply?

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Notes:

1. Deadline for application with submission of all relevant documents is 30th July 2021.
2. Only successful candidates will be notified of the outcome.

 

High Achievers Scholarship

High Achievers Scholarship is awarded to high-flying, well-rounded candidates with outstanding academic results.

Pre-University / Foundation Studies and Diploma programs
SPM / O-Level or equivalents				Value of Scholarship
≥ 8As				RM 8,000 Tuition fee waiver
6-7 As				RM 5,000 Tuition fee waiver
3-5 As				RM 3,000 Tuition fee waiver
STPM	A-Level (3 subjects)	UEC (5 subjects)	Other qualifications	Value of Scholarship
CGPA ≥ 3.50	≥ 14pt / AAB	≤ 10	Foundation/ Matriculation/ Diploma CGPA ≥ 3.75, SAM/MUFY/AUSMAT & CPU >= 85%, IB ≥ 33	RM8,000 Tuition fee waiver
CGPA ≥ 3.00	≥ 12pt / BBB	≤ 18	Foundation/ Matriculation/ Diploma CGPA ≥ 3.60, SAM/MUFY/AUSMAT & CPU >= 80%, IB ≥ 29	RM 5,000 Tuition fee waiver
CGPA ≥ 2.75	≥ 10pt / BBC,BCC,BBD	≤ 22	Foundation/ Matriculation/ Diploma CGPA ≥ 3.20, SAM/MUFY/AUSMAT & CPU >= 75%, IB ≥ 25	RM 3,000 Tuition fee waiver

A-Level Pointer: A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1

How to apply?

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Notes:

1. Applicant must be enrolled as a student of UOW Malaysia KDU and pay the full enrolment fee to be eligible to apply for the scholarship.
2. For applications using trial examination results, applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements of the program with actual examination results in order to be awarded with the scholarship using trial examination results.
3. The scholarship will be deducted from the 2nd semester onwards if the application is successful. Students will be notified and required to sign a scholarship contract.
4. All fees paid are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the scholarship application.
5. Successful recipients are required to maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (or equivalent) throughout their duration of study in order to maintain their scholarship.

 

Graduate Research Scholarship

The UOW Malaysia KDU Graduate Research scholarship is offered to suitable candidates who are enrolling in postgraduate research programs in UOW Malaysia KDU.

Criteria	Value of the Scholarship
Applicants shall possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA ≥ 3.00 or its equivalent. Must meet all prevailing academic and language requirements. Must be a full time postgraduate (by Research) student registered at UOW Malaysia KDU. Applicant must be recommended by the respective school responsible for the supervision and assessment of the candidate’s postgraduate studies.	Up to 100% tuition fee waiver for the minimum candidature period of the program.

How to Apply?

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Notes:

1. The scholarship awarded to the recipient is subjected to the following conditions:
   • Submission of satisfactory progress reports at the end of every semester.
   • Applicants who do not meet the conditions above could have the scholarship withdrawn after the issuance of a warning letter.
2. The duration of the scholarship is to follow the minimum duration of the program the candidate is enrolled in.
3. Recipients are to assist their school as teaching/research assistant during the duration of their study.
4. Publication of research in International Indexed Journals is required for the recipient:
   • Master’s degree program – 1 journal publication.
   • PhD program – 3 journal publication.
5. Recipients are required to sign an intellectual property agreement with UOW Malaysia KDU University College.

 

Professional Accountancy Scholarship

The Professional Accountancy Scholarship is a special arrangement for students who want to excel in the accountancy profession. This scholarship is awarded to students who pursue a Foundation in Accountancy (FIA) / Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) programs at UOW Malaysia KDU College only.

FIA program
SPM or O-Level	Tuition fee waiver
8A+/A* and above	100%
9As	80%
8As	50%
7As	40%
6As	35%
5As	25%
4As	20%
3As	15%

ACCA program
UEC (5 subjects)	STPM	A-Level	Tuition Fee Waiver
5 points	4A+s	4A*s	RM 10,000
6 – 10 points	4As	4As	RM 5,000
11 – 13 points	3As	3As	RM 4,000
14 – 15 points	2As	2As	RM 3,000
16 – 17 points	1A	1A	RM 1,500

How to apply?

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Notes:

1. Applicant must be enrolled as a student of UOW Malaysia KDU College and pay the full enrolment fee to be eligible to apply for the scholarship.
2. This scholarship is based on trial or actual examination results.
3. For applications using trial examination results, applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements of the program in actual examination results in order to be awarded with the scholarship using trial examination results.

Contact Info:
For more information, please send your enquiries to [email protected]

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Source: https://www.uowmkdu.edu.my/study-at-uow-kdu/scholarships-bursaries/