UNS Indonesia Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded) for International Students

If you are an ambitious student seeking a life-changing opportunity in Asia, the UNS Indonesia Scholarship 2026 is now open!

Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), a top public university in Surakarta (Solo), Indonesia, is inviting international students to apply for their fully funded scholarship programs—offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees. This scholarship covers tuition, living allowance, health insurance, language training, and other essential support. Applications are open for the August 2026 intake, and the deadline is 30 September 2025.

🎓 Scholarship Summary

• Location: Surakarta (Solo), Central Java, Indonesia

• Host Institution: Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS)

• Study Level:

  • Bachelor’s (8 semesters)

  • Master’s (4 semesters)

  • Doctoral / Ph.D. (6 semesters)

• Target Group: International students (non-Indonesian citizens)

• Fields of Study: All academic disciplines (limited availability for Medical/Health Sciences)

• Award Value & Coverage (Full Scholarship):

  • 100% tuition fee waiver

  • Monthly living allowance:

    • IDR 1,500,000 (Bachelor’s)

    • IDR 1,750,000 (Master’s)

    • IDR 2,250,000 (Ph.D.)

  • Free Indonesian language course (BIPA)

  • Health insurance

  • (Some sources mention additional benefits like airport pick-up and orientation)

• Duration: Covers the entire standard duration of the degree program (as listed under study levels)

• Application Deadline: 30 September 2025

• Start Date: August 2026 intake

• Eligible To: International students from all countries (non-Indonesians), Bachelor’s applicants must be under 24 years old

📚 Scholarship Overview

This is a fully funded comprehensive scholarship offered by UNS for the August 2026 intake. It includes full tuition support, a monthly living stipend, language training, and health coverage—designed to fully support students throughout their degree program. It also places emphasis on academic excellence and cultural adaptation, offering an enriching experience both in learning and living.

🎁 Benefits

• Financial Support: Full tuition fee waiver plus monthly stipend tailored by level

• Language Support: Free Indonesian language course (BIPA), accommodating applicants with no prior Bahasa proficiency

• Health & Orientation Support: Health insurance, with some sources indicating airport pick-up and orientation assistance

• Academic & Cultural Experience: Access to high-quality programs, mentorship, and cross-cultural engagement at a major Indonesian public university with diverse faculties

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

1. Be non-Indonesian citizens

2. For Bachelor’s applicants: be under 24 years old

3. Have no refugee status or criminal convictions

4. Show English language proficiency—TOEFL: min. 450 (Science) / 500 (Social Sciences), or equivalent

5. Demonstrate motivation to study at UNS and be available for online interviews

6. Be prepared to complete a free Indonesian language course before lectures begin

7. Provide all required documents (detailed next)

📝 Application Procedure

• Download the Letter of Offer from UNS official site

• Explore academic programs and curricula

• Visit or contact the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate in your country for a recommendation letter (using Offer Letter, Passport, Graduation Certificate, and Transcript)

• Register on the UNS International Admission Portal, fill in details, upload documents, and print your registration card

📂 Required Documents:

• Recent formal photo (JPG/PNG, max 300 KB)

• Valid passport (min. 18 months validity)

• Graduation certificate & academic transcript (English or Indonesian)

• Health certificate (English or Indonesian)

• CV (UNS template)

• Financial statement (UNS template)

• Personal statement (UNS template)

• English language proficiency certificate

• Indonesian language certificate (preferred but not required)

• Two recommendation letters (for Master’s & Ph.D.)

• Preliminary research proposal (Doctoral applicants)

📆 Important Timeline

• Deadline: 30 September 2025

• Selection Process: Administrative screening → online interview → computer-based test → final interview by relevant department

• Language Course (BIPA): Offered before academic term begins (e.g., Feb–July 2026)

• Academic Term Start: August 2026

💡 Final Thoughts & Tips

• Submit all documents accurately and early, paying careful attention to formatting and specific requirements.

• Highlight academic excellence, leadership, and genuine interest in Indonesian culture and UNS’s academic community.

• Prepare thoroughly for the online interview and computer-based test.

• Use the BIPA offer to showcase your enthusiasm and adaptability.

🔗 Details & Apply

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