Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education Scholarships for Malaysian Students 2025-26

Omran Aburayya
Aug 11
2 min read

If you’re a Malaysian student seeking to enrich your academic journey through cultural immersion and world-class education, the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education Scholarships for the 2025/2026 academic session are now open for applications. This fully funded opportunity offers 10 undergraduate degree scholarships and 6 Arabic language study grants—your passport to study in Egypt’s prestigious institutions and explore its rich heritage along the Nile. Read on for Details.

🎓 Scholarship Summary

Location: Egypt
Host Institution: Universities and institutes under the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education
Study Level / Target Group:
- Undergraduate students from Malaysia
- Applicants of Arabic language study programs
Fields of Study:
- Any eligible undergraduate discipline
- Specialized Arabic language programs
Value & Coverage: Fully funded tuition, likely accompanied by living support—details to be confirmed via the official portal
Scholarship Duration: Full duration of undergraduate programs or the full length of Arabic language courses (details via portal)
Application Deadline: 15 September 2025
Eligible To: Malaysian nationals only

🌍 Programme Overview

In a strategic collaboration to strengthen educational ties, the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education has announced 16 scholarships exclusively for Malaysian students for the 2025/2026 academic year: 10 for undergraduate studies and 6 for Arabic language programs. This initiative embodies Egypt's commitment to cross-cultural academic exchange and regional cooperation .

🎁 Benefits

Fully funded, covering tuition and potentially other benefits—watch for updates on living expenses and stipends via official portal .
Cultural immersion in Egypt’s rich academic and historical environment.
Affordable living environment with vibrant student life.
Entry into internationally recognized academic institutions and global student networks .

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Must be a Malaysian citizen.
Should be interested in pursuing either:
- An undergraduate degree in any eligible field, or
- An Arabic language study program.
Additional eligibility requirements—such as academic performance, age limits, or language proficiency—are specified on the official application portal .

📝 Application Procedure

Visit the official portal: https://admission.study-in-egypt.gov.eg .
Create an account or log in.
Complete the online application form, selecting your desired category (undergrad or Arabic).
Upload required documents, typically including:
- Academic transcripts
- Passport copy or national ID
- CV/resume
- Any additional supporting documents
Submit the application before 15 September 2025 .