Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Student Exchange Program Fall Semester 2026 – AIMS Scholarship Available

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is now accepting applications for the Fall Semester 2026 Student Exchange Program (October 2026 – February 2027). This program is tuition-free, but participants are responsible for covering their personal expenses.

Program Information

• Host University: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)

• Program Period: October 2026 – February 2027

• Tuition Fee: Waived

• Self-Funded Expenses:

  • Roundtrip flight ticket

  • Travel insurance

  • Dormitory/accommodation

  • Quarantine (if applicable)

  • Learning materials

  • Daily living expenses

Note: Students must check the latest entry regulations issued by the Malaysian Government.

Course and Program Resources

• Course List: Click here

• Detailed Program Info (expenses, visa, insurance, accommodation, etc.): Click here

• Academic Calendar: Click here

Eligibility

• Open to ITS undergraduate (S1) students from batch 2023 and 2024

• Students must be from a related department

Special Scholarship Opportunity – AIMS Program (Undergraduate Engineering Majors Only)

Undergraduate students from selected engineering and IT-related departments may apply for additional financial support through the ASEAN International Mobility for Students (AIMS) scholarship if they enroll in specific eligible courses.

Eligible ITS Departments for AIMS Support:

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Informatics Engineering

• Information Systems

• Mechanical Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Information Technology

AIMS Support Includes:

• Living expenses

• Flight reimbursement

• Tuition fees waived at USM

📌 Note:

• AIMS scholarship is available for Undergraduate students only

• Diploma and Master’s students are welcome to join the exchange, but are not eligible for AIMS

Required Documents

All documents must be submitted in PDF format:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2. Academic Transcript in English

3. Clear copy of the passport’s identity page

4. Passport-size photo (white background, 4.5 cm high × 3.5 cm wide)

5. Scanned Student ID

6. Application Form

7. Nomination Form

8. Confirmation Letter (fill your personal data only)

9. Recommendation Letter from Academic Advisor

10. Motivation Letter (1 page A4)

    • Clearly mention your course selection and one backup course

11. English Proficiency Certificate (one of the following):

    • TOEFL ITP: min. 543

    • IELTS: min. 5

    • TOEFL iBT: min. 79–80

    • TOEIC: min. 605

    • TEFL: 550
      Note: Screenshots from UPT Bahasa website are not accepted

12. Statement Letter (Download here)

13. ITS Learning Agreement (Download here)

14. GCW Non-Degree Certificate (min. grade C) or GCW Test Result (min. score 80)

    • S2 students may submit R2SEP certificate instead

    • Can be submitted later

15. Certificate of Enrollment

16. Portfolio (for creative/design-based courses)

    • Include slides and academic reference authenticating your work

17. Parental Support Letter

    • Must be signed and mention your parents’ awareness and financial support – no format required

Important: Incomplete or late applications will not be processed.

How to Apply

1. Submit your complete application via the online form: https://its.id/studyabroadITS

2. Combine all required documents into one .zip or .rar file

3. After submission, send a confirmation email to: studyabroad@its.ac.id

   • Email subject: Confirmation Study Abroad Application_USM_NAME_NRP

Key Dates

• Application Deadline:8 May 2026 at 09.00 WIB

• Interview Schedule: 11 May 2026

Contact

For further inquiries, please contact Mr. Ade via email:
studyabroad@its.ac.id

• Subject: ASK_USM