Studying at university is a life-changing experience that often requires some support, which could help you achieve your dreams. At IMU, we offer a number of scholarships and bursaries to help you fully achieve your potential.
The Foundation in Arts Scholarship recognises outstanding academic achievements in the 2025 SPM or 2025/2026 IGCSE/O-Level examinations.
Available for students with 2025 SPM or 2025/2026 IGCSE/O-Level qualification.
| Scholarship Amount | SPM / IGCSE / O-Level Requirements |
| RM20,000 | 9As and above |
| RM15,000 | 6As – 8As |
| RM10,000 | 5As and below |
NOTE: The FIA Scholarship will be awarded based on actual SPM or IGCSE / O-Level result and not on forecast result. Students are required to apply via the IMU website at https://www.imu.edu.my/foundation-scholarship. This scholarship is available for the FIA 2026 intake.
Applicable to all students enrolled in the Foundation in Arts 2026 intakes and successfully progressed immediately into any of the undergraduate programmes at IMU.
| Bursary Amount | SPM / IGCSE / O-Level Requirements |
| RM12,400 | Applicable to FIA Scholarship recipients who have been awarded RM20,000. |
| RM8,000 | Applicable to all IMU FIA graduates# who have successfully enrolled in the IMU degree programmes. #Except for FIA Scholarship recipients who have been awarded RM20,000. |
Bursary amount will be deducted during Undergraduate study.
Below are the details regarding the submission deadline.
| Intake | Closing Date |
| April 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
| July 2026 | 31 July 2026 |
| September 2026 | 30 September 2026 |
The Foundation in Science Scholarship recognises academic excellence in the 2025 SPM or 2025/2026 IGCSE/O-Level examinations.
Available for students with 2025 SPM or 2025/2026 IGCSE/O-Level qualification.
| Scholarship Amount | SPM / IGCSE / O-Level Requirements |
| RM16,200 | 9As and above |
| RM8,000 | 8As |
| RM7,000 | 7As |
| RM6,000 | 6As |
| RM5,000 | 5As |
| RM4,000 | 4As |
| RM3,000 | 3As |
The scholarship value will be deducted equally in Semester 2 and Semester 3.
The FIS Scholarship is awarded based on actual SPM or IGCSE/O-Level results. Students are
required to apply via the IMU website at https://www.imu.edu.my/foundation-scholarship
Applicable to all students enrolled in the Foundation in Science 2026 intakes and successfully progressed immediately into any of the undergraduate programmes at IMU.
| Bursary Amount | SPM / IGCSE / O-Level Requirements |
| RM16,200 | Applicable to FIS Scholarship recipients who have been awarded RM16,200. |
| RM8,000 | Applicable to all IMU FIS graduates# who have successfully enrolled in the IMU degree programmes. #Except for FIS Scholarship recipients who have been awarded RM16,200. |
Bursary amount will be deducted during Undergraduate study.
Below are the details regarding the submission deadline.
| Intake | Closing Date |
| April 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
| July 2026 | 31 July 2026 |
| September 2026 | 30 September 2026 |
A one-off discount of RM2,000 is available. To qualify, the prospective applicant must have a familial relationship as a sibling, spouse, or child of an individual who is either presently enrolled in or has completed a full-time programme at IMU. The amount of RM2,000 will be deducted in second semester.
Recognising academic excellence, leadership, and extracurricular achievements, the IMU-Merit Scholarship offers Malaysian students pursuing the local option the opportunity to receive full or partial tuition fee waivers for the entire duration of their programme.
This scholarship is awarded to students demonstrating outstanding academic excellence, extra-curricular participation and leadership qualities.
IMU-Merit Scholarship is available to cover:
Candidates who meet the scholarship eligibility requirements as stated below may proceed to apply via the link provided at the bottom of the page.
This scholarship is only applicable to Malaysians applying for the LOCAL option.
Application Deadlines
| Programmes | Intake | Application Opening Date | Application Closing Date |
| Dentistry Medicine |
Feb | 26 Dec 2025 | 23 Jan 2026 |
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| Biomedical Science Bioveterinary Science Business Administration with Healthcare Management Business Administration Chiropractic Chinese Medicine Cosmetic Science Digital Health Food Science Innovation Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmacy Psychology |
Apr | 27 Feb 2026 | 27 Mar 2026 |
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Biomedical Science |
Sep | 10 Jul 2026 | 7 Aug 2026 |
Minimum Pre-U Grades Required for IMU-Merit Scholarship Eligibility
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| Bioveterinary Science Dentistry Medicine (MBBS) Pharmacy |
A-Level Grades: AAA CPU: 95% STPM: cGPA 3.90 MOE Matrikulasi: cGPA 4.00 IB: 40 Points UEC Grades: A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 Australia Matriculation ATAR: 98 Approved FIS: cGPA 4.00 IMU FIS: cGPA 4.00 |
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| Chiropractic | A-Level Grades: AAA CPU: 95% STPM: cGPA 3.70 MOE Matrikulasi: cGPA 3.90 IB: 40 Points UEC Grades: A1 A1 A1 A2 A2 Australia Matriculation ATAR: 98 Approved FIS: cGPA 4.00 IMU FIS: cGPA 3.90 |
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| Biomedical Science Chinese Medicine Dietetics with Nutrition Food Science Innovation Medical Biotechnology Nutrition Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
A-Level Grades: ABB CPU: 91% STPM: cGPA 3.50 MOE Matrikulasi: cGPA 3.80 IB: 37 Points UEC Grades: A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 Australia Matriculation ATAR: 95 Approved FIS: cGPA 3.80 IMU FIS: cGPA 3.50 |
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Business Administration with Healthcare Management |
A-Level Grades: ABB CPU: 91% STPM: cGPA 3.50 MOE Matrikulasi: cGPA 3.80 IB: 37 Points UEC Grades: A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 Australia Matriculation ATAR: 95 Approved FIS: cGPA 3.80 IMU FIS: cGPA 3.50 IMU FIA: cGPA 3.50 |
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Eligibility
How to Apply
Scholarship Details
This scholarship is designed to support deserving Malaysian students facing financial hardship who have demonstrated good academic achievement.
IMU-Need Scholarship is available to cover:
Candidates who meet the scholarship eligibility requirements as stated below may proceed to apply via the link provided at the bottom of the page.
This scholarship is only applicable to Malaysians applying for the LOCAL option.
Eligibility
Application Deadlines
| Programmes | Intake | Application Opening Date | Application Closing Date |
| Dentistry | Feb | 26 Dec 2025 | 23 Jan 2026 |
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| Biomedical Science Bioveterinary Science Business Administration with Healthcare Management Business Administration Chiropractic Chinese Medicine Cosmetic Science Dietetics with Nutrition Digital Health Food Science Innovation Medicine Medical Biotechnology Nursing Nutrition Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmacy Psychology |
Sep | 10 Jul 2026 | 7 Aug 2026 |
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Minimum Pre-U Grades Required for IMU-Need Scholarship Eligibility
| Pre-U Qualification |
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| Bioveterinary Science Dentistry Medicine (MBBS) Pharmacy |
A-Level Grades: ABB |
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| Chiropractic |
A-Level Grades: ABB |
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| Biomedical Science Chinese Medicine Dietetics with Nutrition Food Science Innovation Medical Biotechnology Nutrition Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
A-Level Grades: BBB |
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Business Administration with Healthcare |
A-Level Grades: BBB |
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Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documents to be assessed by Scholarship Committee Members.
After the closing date, selected candidates will be called for an interview. The successful candidate will be required to sign a scholarship agreement.
The scholarship are open to both Malaysian and International students for selected programmes and intakes. Amount of scholarship is up to 25% reduction of tuition fees.
This scholarship is designed to support high-achieving Malaysian students from B40 or M40 households who are pursuing their First Degree at IMU.
Eligibility
Application Deadlines
| Programmes | Intake | Application Opening Date | Application Closing Date |
| Medicine | Sep | 10 Jul 2026 | 7 Aug 2026 |
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Minimum Pre-U Grades Required for Pantai-Gleneagles Scholarship Eligibility
| Pre-U Qualification |
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| Medicine | A-Level Grades: AAB CPU: 91% STPM: cGPA 3.34 MOE Matrikulasi: cGPA 3.70 IB: 33 Points UEC Grades: A2 A2 A2 B3 B3 Australia Matriculation ATAR: 91 Approved FIS: cGPA 3.70 IMU FIS: cGPA 3.70 |
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How to Apply
Scholarship Details
In light of the rising cost of living, IMU remains committed to ensuring that quality education remains accessible to deserving students. As part of this commitment, IMU offers financial support to Malaysian students through the Aspire Scholarship, a 50% tuition fee bursary designed to assist students from families with a household income below RM7,000.
The Aspire Scholarship is applicable to all Undergraduate Programmes under the local pathway, with the exception of Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing ODL. The scholarship is open throughout the year and is available to students whose academic results fulfil the entry requirements.
SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS
•50% off tuition fees of the intended programme
WHO CAN APPLY?
•Malaysians only
•Household income of less than RM 7,000
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
•Meeting the minimum requirements for the intended programme
APPLICATION DEADLINE
•Before enrolment date
PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE
(ALL 2026 INTAKES)
•All Undergraduate programmes excluding Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing ODL
•Applicable programmes under the local IMU pathway only
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
•Declaration Letter (Surat Akuan) on family household income (attested by Commissioner for Oaths)
APPLICATION FLOW:
Step 1: Student applies for the intended programme: Apply for IMU Programme
Step 2: Students submit an application for Aspire: Apply for Aspire Scholarships
• Attachment must be in pdf, jpg and jpeg forms only, with file size less than 1MB.
Terms and Conditions Apply.
A bursary of up to 15% for all self-funding alumni who meet the eligibility criteria for all conventional and ODL IMU postgraduate programmes (full-time or part-time).
Programmes Available:
10% bursary of tuition fees for special members and groups who meet the eligibility criteria.
10% Bursary of Tuition Fees
All IMU postgraduate programmes (Conventional and Open & Distance Learning (ODL) mode):
Diabetes Management and Education (Postgraduate Diploma) for members of:
Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MSc) for members of:
Pharmacy Practice (Master) for members of :
Public Health (MSc) for members of:
Business Administration in Healthcare Management (Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma / Master) for members of:
Molecular Medicine (MSc) for members of:
Important: IMU Scholarship Committee may vary the selection requirements as and when it deems necessary. Bursaries granted at the University’s sole discretion and decisions are final.