Schools
1
Lowest Tuition
$5,000
per year
Avg Acceptance Rate
35%
English Programs
Yes
Essentials for US Students
Visa / Permit
US students need a Student Pass, obtained through your university via EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services). The process takes 4–8 weeks and requires proof of admission, a medical check-up, and passport validity. Malaysia has streamlined this for international students.
Application Tip
University of Malaya is consistently ranked among Asia's top universities and offers instruction largely in English. Kuala Lumpur has an exceptionally low cost of living for a major metropolitan city. Malaysia serves as a gateway for students interested in Southeast Asian business and culture.
Tuition Overview
University of Malaya charges approximately MYR 20,000–45,000/yr (~$4,500–$10,000 USD) for international undergraduate students — one of Asia's best values for a QS top-100 institution.
Scholarships to Explore
Malaysian Government Scholarships (through MoHE) support international students. University of Malaya offers merit-based scholarships covering partial or full tuition for top applicants.
- ✓Malaysian Government Scholarship
- ✓UM International Scholarship
About Studying in Malaysia as a US Student
There is 1 university in Malaysia featured in this directory, led by University of Malaya (ranked #65 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $5,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 35% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Malaysia accessible without prior language training for many degrees.