In 2024, UGM admitted 2,400 international students from 97 countries. Several countries where these students come from are still classified by the world bank as being low or lower-middle income countries. For instance, Afghanistan is a low income country, meanwhile Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal, Senegal, Tanzania, and Vietnam are lower-middle income countries. The allocation of scholarships to students coming from low and lower-middle income countries is crucial to allow equal opportunities for education. 100 out of the 2,400 international students enrolled in UGM were scholarship recipients. These scholarships cover tuition fee, living cost, research grants, medical insurance as well as other student support services, including soft skills and Indonesian language skill.
Source: UGM International Student Admissions
Kemitraan Negara Berkembang Scholarship
The Developing Countries Partnership (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang or KNB) Scholarship is a flagship initiative aimed at supporting students from low- and lower-middle-income countries. To date, it has been awarded to over 1,600 students from 97 countries. The KNB scholarship provides full funding for Master’s and Doctoral degree programs, covering tuition fees, air travel, living expenses, and health insurance. To ease students’ transition to life in Indonesia, the program also includes preparatory courses in Bahasa Indonesia, fostering smoother cultural and academic integration. The KNB scholarship is rooted in the philosophy of advancing education across developing countries, recognizing education as a powerful tool in the fight against poverty. By providing access to higher education for students from low- and lower-middle-income countries, the program not only empowers individuals but also equips them to contribute meaningfully to their communities and economies. For more information, visit the Kemitraan Negara Berkembang webpage.
The Darmasiswa Indonesian Scholarship
The Darmasiswa Indonesian Scholarship encourages students from countries with diplomatic ties to Indonesia to immerse themselves in Indonesia’s language, arts, and culture. Through these programs, UGM not only promotes education but also facilitates the integration of foreign students into its social and cultural environment, fostering mutual understanding and cooperation among diverse communities. For more information, visit the Darmasiswa Indonesian Scholarship webpage.
The Indonesian AID Scholarship (TIAS)
The Indonesian AID Scholarship (TIAS) is a prestigious grant program from the Government of Indonesia for civil servants, government officers, and officially nominated candidates from target Asia-Africa countries. The scholarship covers a comprehensive range of expenses, including tuition fees, selection and visa costs, round-trip airfare, health insurance, living and settlement allowances, accommodation, research and publication support, participation in international seminars, educational support funds, a buddy program, and a Bahasa Indonesia (BIPA Level 1) course. For more information, visit the Indonesian AID Scholarship (TIAS) webpage.
Scholarships by Faculty
There are also scholarships for international students provided directly by UGM’s faculties.
For more information, visit the UGM Admissions webpage.
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