Universiti Sains Malaysia

Here are some points highlighting what Universiti Sains Malaysia is famous for:Academic Excellence: USM is ranked #504 in Best Global Universities.APEX University: Universiti Sains Malaysia is the only APEX University in Malaysia, a special status granted by the Ministry of Higher Education. Diverse Fields of Study: USM offers undergraduate and postgraduate education in Natural Sciences, Applied Sciences, Medical and Health Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Building Sciences & Technology, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Education.Campuses and Centers of Excellence: The university has 4 campuses with the main campus located in Penang. It also has specialised campuses like the Health Campus focusing on health studies and the Engineering Campus offering engineering courses. 

Indian students interested in scholarships at Universiti Sains Malaysia have several options to explore:USM Graduate Student Financial Assistance (GRA-ASSIST): This financial assistance is available for both Malaysian and International candidates pursuing postgraduate studies by research mode at USM.Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS): Offered by the Malaysian Government, this scholarship attracts bright minds globally to pursue postgraduate academic studies in Malaysia, including at USM.Education Future International Scholarship: This scholarship is available for Indian students pursuing various subjects at Universiti Sains Malaysia, with a value of up to 17,000 USD. 

Yes, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) has seen a significant increase in the number of international students studying there. The university has recorded more than a twofold rise in international student admissions, with 1,086 students admitted from January to August 2021 compared to 338 students during the same period in 2020. The top countries of origin for international students at USM include China, Jordan, Iraq, Nigeria, and Pakistan, with popular fields of study being Management, Education, Computer Science, English for Professionals, and Arts. The total number of international students at Universiti Sains Malaysia is approximately 8000. 

Here is a breakdown of the expenses at Universiti Sains Malaysia:On-Campus Accommodation:For undergraduate international students, on-campus accommodation costs around RM700 per semester, subject to change.Graduate students may pay between RM10 to RM25 per day for on-campus accommodation if available.Off-Campus Accommodation:Off-campus accommodation in Nilai, where USIM is located, ranges from RM500 to RM1500 (USD150-USD500) per month.Specific Accommodation Costs at USM:Shared room in a hostel: RM 120 per monthSingle room in a hostel: RM 240 per monthFamily accommodation at Bakti Permai: RM 350 for one room, and RM 450 for two rooms.