Financial Aid & Scholarships
Study at UNITAR with financial support options available for SPM graduates, B40 & M40 families, and working adults. Speak to our counsellors to find the support that best fits your needs.
Scholarships
- Applicable for new students applying for SPM/ O-levels Entry programmes at:
- UNITAR Kelana Jaya Campus
- UNITAR College
- UNITAR Regional Centres*
- Only applicable for Foundation and Diploma programmes (on-campus & online).
- Students who are entitled for a fee waiver of 80% and below, MUST apply for PTPTN.
- Students MUST achieve & maintain academic requirement.
- CGPA of 2.5 per year (Scholarship amount equal or less than 35%)
- CGPA of 3.0 per Year (Scholarship amount equal to 100%)
- Must be registered as UNITAR’s Student Ambassador (contribute at least 60 hours/year)
| All Foundation & Diploma Programmes (Conventional / Online) | |
|---|---|
| Grade (SPM/O-Levels and equivalent) | Entitlement |
| 7 As** and above | 100% off total tuition fees* |
| 4 – 6 As** | 20% off total tuition fees* |
| 1 – 3 As** | 10% off total tuition fees* |
*Terms and conditions apply. Please engage with our Education Counsellors for more information.
**Inclusive of A+, A, A-. Terms and Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
- Students who are entitled for a fee waiver of 80% and below, MUST apply for PTPTN.
- Students MUST achieve & maintain academic requirement.
- CGPA of 2.5 per year (Scholarship amount equal or less than 35%)
- Maintain CGPA of 3.0 per Year (Scholarship amount equal to 100%)
- Must be registered as UNITAR’s Student Ambassador (contribute at least 60 hours/year)
New Students Applying for On-Campus Programmes
| Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (On-Campus) | |
|---|---|
| STPM/STAM | Entitlement |
| CGPA 3.70 / Mumtaz | Up to 100% off total tuition fees* |
| CGPA 3.50 / Jayyid Jidan | Up to 50% off total tuition fees* |
| CGPA 3.0 / Jayyid | Up to 35% off total tuition fees* |
| CGPA 2.5 | Up to 20% off total tuition fees* |
↳ Applicable for UNITAR Kelana Jaya Campus, UNITAR College, UNITAR Regional Centres and UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur.
↳ Note – A1: 1 point, A2 : 2 points, B3 : 3 points, B4 : 4 points, B5 : 5 points, C6 : 6 points
| Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (On-Campus) | |
|---|---|
| UEC (Best 6 Subjects) | Entitlement |
| 6 Points | Up to 100% off total tuition fees* |
| 10 Points | Up to 50% off total tuition fees* |
| 20 Points | Up to 35% off total tuition fees* |
| 24 Points | Up to 20% off total tuition fees* |
↳ Applicable for UNITAR Kelana Jaya Campus, UNITAR College, UNITAR Regional Centres and UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur.
↳ Note – A1: 1 point, A2 : 2 points, B3 : 3 points, B4 : 4 points, B5 : 5 points, C6 : 6 points
| Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (On-Campus) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Level (Best 3 Subjects) | SACE/AUSMAT/HSC/NSW | ICPU (Best 6 Subjects) | Entitlement |
| 15 points | ATAR/TER 90 | 90% | Up to 100% off total tuition fees* |
| 13 points | ATAR/TER 80 | 80% | Up to 50% off total tuition fees* |
| 11 points | ATAR/TER 70 | 70% | Up to 35% off total tuition fees* |
| 9 points | ATAR/TER 60 | 60% | Up to 20% off total tuition fees* |
↳ Applicable for UNITAR Kelana Jaya Campus, UNITAR College and UNITAR Regional Centres.
↳ Note: A* = 6 Points, A = 5 Points, B = 4 Points, C = 3 Points, D = 2 Points, E = 1 Point. An equivalency table for conversion of grade to points.
New Students Applying for Online Programmes:
| Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (Online) | |
|---|---|
| Entry | Entitlement |
| STPM / STAM | 15% off total tuition fees* |
| A-Level / SACE/ ICPU or equivalent | |
| UEC | |
↳ Applicable for UNITAR Kelana Jaya Campus
External Transfer Students to UNITAR Applying for On-Campus/ Online Programmes:
| Entry | Entitlement |
|---|---|
| Foundation / Matriculation | 15% off total tuition fees* for Undergraduate programmes (Conventional / Online) |
| Diploma/ DKM/ DVM/ DLKM | |
| SVM / SKM | 10% off Tuition Fee waiver for Diploma Level Programme (On-Campus & Online) |
Progression Students at UNITAR Applying for On-Campus/ Online Programmes:
- Immediate progression (next available intake):
- 20% off total tuition fees*
- 10% off tuition fees* (Certificate Bundling Students Only)
- UNITAR Alumni:
- 15% off total tuition fees*
- 5% off total tuition fees (Certificate Bundling Students Only)
- Applicable for progression into Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes (On-Campus and Online).
- NOT applicable for PhD, Doctor of Business Administration and Doctor of Education programmes.
*Terms and Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Check with counsellors on your eligibility.
Updated as of January 2026.
Financial Aid
The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN)
This is a type of loan provided by the Malaysian government to assist students financially in public as well as private institutions of higher learning.
The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) was established under the National Higher Education Fund Act 1997 (Act 566) and is effective from 1st July 1997. PTPTN became operational on 1st November 1997 at Bangunan Wisma Chase Perdana, Off Jalan Semantan, Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur.
Function(s) of PTPTN:
- To manage disbursement of student loans for the purpose of higher education, and to collect loan settlements.
- To collect deposits, design and offer savings schemes for the purpose of saving for higher education.
- To carry out any other functions given to the PTPTN under any written legislation.
For more information about PTPTN, click here.
New Students Enrolling in Certificate Programmes (On-Campus) at UNITAR College
- Installment plan (RM100/ month) for 16 months
Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
- 100% tuition fee waiver on the remaining balance not covered by PTPTN.*
- Applicable to Malaysian students at UNITAR College (Outstation) & Regional Centres only*
- For Undergraduate (on-campus) programmes only
- Students must apply for PTPTN under the B40 category. The bursary will be void if PTPTN approval is not under the B40 category.
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
- 10% tuition fee waiver for eligible B40 students from FELDA communities.
- Applicable to Diploma (on-campus) programmes only
- For students residing in Tanah Rancangan areas – FELDA, FELCRA, KETENGAH, KEMUBU, and KADA
- Must be from B40 household category
- Available at UNITAR College (Outstation) & Regional Centres only*
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
- Hostel registration fee fully waived
- Monthly rental fully covered by UNITAR
- Students only pay a total of RM50/month for maintenance, transport & utilities
- Students are required to make a monthly payment of RM50 to cover maintenance, transport, and utilities.
- Applicable to B40 students at UNITAR College, UNITAR Regional Centres & UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
Exclusive tuition support for Malaysian government servants and their families.
- Enjoy 10% tuition fee waivers
- Group enrolment: Unlock higher savings when signing up together
- Available for Diploma to Doctorate programmes (Online & On-Campus)
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
Teacher Bursary Award
- 10% tuition fee waiver for UNITAR programmes (on-campus/ online)
- Applicable to teachers, lecturers, principals and education professionals
- Valid for first programme enrolment only
Teacher Recognition Award (For Children)
- 10% waiver for Foundation / Diploma / Certificate programmes
- 20% waiver for Degree programmes
- Applicable to children of educators
- Valid for first programme enrolment only
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
- Enjoy 10% tuition fee waiver for family members of UNITAR students and alumni.
- Applicable to Spouse, Children and Siblings of:
- Former Student / Employees of UNITAR (University, Colleges & Regional Centres)
- Current Student of UNITAR (University, Colleges & Regional Centres)
- Available for on-Campus/ Online programmes
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
- Sign up with friends and enjoy exclusive group savings of up to 25% on your studies at UNITAR. The more you sign up together, the more you save.
- Applicable to Malaysian students enrolling in on-campus or online programmes at UNITAR.
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
- On-campus programmes: Up to RM1,000 cash reward* per referral
- Online programmes: Up to RM700 cash reward* per referral
- Open to current students and alumni (Malaysian & International)
*Terms & Conditions apply. For 2026 intakes only. Speak to our counsellors to check your eligibility.
Updated as of January 2026.
Why UNITAR?
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- Consistently recognised as one of the leading institutions in the Education & Learning category as voted by the people in Putra Brand Awards.
- Accredited by Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC)for Quality Assurance and Enhancement, Student Welfare, Marketing and Recruitment, Learning and Teaching; Course delivery, Management and Staff Resources and Premises and Health & Safety.
- Employer’s Top Choice by Talentbank
- Awarded 5-STAR QS Rating in Teaching, Employability, Online Education, Accounting & Finance and Inclusiveness
AFFORDABILITY
- PTPTN, Scholarships, Zero Fee Bursary, ZAKAT, HRDF, EPF and various financial aids available.
UNITAR C.A.R.E
- We ensure that students are well-equipped with applicable skills: Collaborative, Adaptive, Reflective and Entrepreneurial.
