How can International Students Apply for Secondary School Scholarships in Malaysia?
Malaysia is the second-best affordable place for students worldwide, to study. However, people usually gravitate much towards the U.S and U.K since the familiarity of western culture is prominent over most developing countries. If you compare the cost of education between America and Malaysia, it’s even less than half the tuition fee for an American school. International schools in Kuala Lumpur are quite affordable.
If you are considering Malaysia, here is an add-on – Malaysia has a pleasant atmosphere all through the year so the students don’t have to fear extreme climate and they can be well adjusted. Malaysia is home to some really breath-taking flora and fauna, making most of the educational venture for the young minds.
Scholarships for secondary school
Malaysian Students can apply for a wide range of scholarships, some of them to be mentioned are Concordian High School Scholarship, 202-22, Berows International Scholarship Program Test (BISPT) 2021, Epsom College – Tune Libra Scholarships In Malaysia, 2020, PNB Global Scholarship Award, St. Peter’s School – Maria Rosa Cullell Scholarships For Excellence in Spain, 2019, Australian International School Malaysia Scholarships, several scholarships under the sponsorship of Global School Foundation Scholarship, etc.
If you are looking for a scholarship that propels you to become future-ready and have easier access to the reputable universities across the world and prominent undergraduate programs of your choice, Global Citizen Scholarship (GCS) by GIIS Malaysia is a good option.
Students from ASEAN countries (i.e. Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Singapore), South Asia (India /Sri Lanka /Bangladesh ), Gulf countries & European Union countries who wish to pursue their overseas education in Kuala Lumpur can Apply. The scholarship takes care of the cost of education, living, and boarding expenses for Secondary school students. You can find out more about the scholarship on their website.
Important pointers to note before you apply for these schools
1. Always check the Institute’s website for opportunities, there are premium institutes that aim at promoting education among the meritorious and high achievers. Do make a note of all such Educational institutions.
2. Search the Scholarship application fitting your need and apply. Please read the acquired scholarship application cautiously.
3. Make sure that you are eligible. Eligibility is an important aspect of scholarship therefore you should check whether you come under their criteria of citizenship, work visa, yearly family income, field, and requisite academic performance. The field of recognition can range from sports and academics to science and arts etc.
4. Do your research well, and prepare well in advance. Don’t procrastinate, time flies fast. Always enquire the previous year’s successful applicants as to the details of the process they underwent.
5. Prepare your essay well and get them to proofread.
6. Always apply for one scholarship at one institute. Don’t apply for all scholarships in one institute, weigh the awards every scholarship provides and proceed accordingly.
7. Be on time and manage several applications through excel sheets.
All the best as you begin your research and remember, your research, preparation, and perseverance will always be rewarded in the end if you don’t give up.
