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Universiti Sains Malaysia

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Overview

Universiti Sains Malaysia (University of Science, Malaysia) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Founded in 1969, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi. USM provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. USM also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universiti Sains Malaysia' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universiti Sains Malaysia's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Science, Malaysia
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym USM
Founded 1969
Motto Kami Memimpin
We Lead
Colours
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Location

Address Jalan Sungai Dua
George Town
11800 Penang
Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universiti Sains Malaysia Phone Number (4) 653 3888
Universiti Sains Malaysia Fax Number (4) 656 5401
Other locations

Video Presentation

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Website

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University of Science, Malaysia's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universiti Sains Malaysia is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universiti Sains Malaysia's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Universiti Sains Malaysia you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Universiti Sains Malaysia as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Universiti Sains Malaysia Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universiti Sains Malaysia is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universiti Sains Malaysia's academic range and degree level offering.



Universiti Sains Malaysia: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T Yes
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Universiti Sains Malaysia Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universiti Sains Malaysia Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universiti Sains Malaysia categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universiti Sains Malaysia.



Universiti Sains Malaysia: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Universiti Sains Malaysia Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universiti Sains Malaysia website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universiti Sains Malaysia Admission Info


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universiti Sains Malaysia 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universiti Sains Malaysia 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Universiti Sains Malaysia has more than 3900 international students.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Universiti Sains Malaysia's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Universiti Sains Malaysia Size and Profile


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universiti Sains Malaysia has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universiti Sains Malaysia's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Control Type Control Type

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Entity Type Entity Type

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universiti Sains Malaysia's main campus setting is not reported.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universiti Sains Malaysia's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universiti Sains Malaysia Facilities


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universiti Sains Malaysia's Library


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universiti Sains Malaysia Services


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universiti Sains Malaysia's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Universiti Sains Malaysia Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universiti Sains Malaysia Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universiti Sains Malaysia's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • ASEAN University Network (AUN)
  • Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Wikipedia

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements, and supports open education.
Universiti Sains Malaysia is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universiti Sains Malaysia public or private?

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Universiti Sains Malaysia profit or non-profit?

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Universiti Sains Malaysia in terms of enrollment?

Universiti Sains Malaysia has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Universiti Sains Malaysia in terms of academic staff?

Universiti Sains Malaysia's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.

Is Universiti Sains Malaysia a coeducational institution?

Universiti Sains Malaysia is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universiti Sains Malaysia use?

Universiti Sains Malaysia's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Universiti Sains Malaysia affiliated with?

None.

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia admit international students?

Yes. Universiti Sains Malaysia has more than 3900 international students.

What is Universiti Sains Malaysia's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universiti Sains Malaysia 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend Universiti Sains Malaysia USM?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universiti Sains Malaysia USM located?

Universiti Sains Malaysia is located in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Address: Jalan Sungai Dua.

Is Universiti Sains Malaysia USM accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universiti Sains Malaysia is accredited by Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (since ).

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia have a university library?

Yes

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Universiti Sains Malaysia have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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