GIGih scholarship
> Applications for the GXBank 'Impian GIGih Biasiswa' are open.
> Recipients of the scholarship will receive comprehensive financial backing for their studies, covering tuition fees, living allowances, accommodation costs, and other educational expenses throughout their undergraduate studies.
> Self-development opportunities including opportunities for an overseas immersion programme, courses focused on building essential future-ready skills and a practical internship experience will also be offered to successful scholars.
> Eligibility criteria:
> Open to Malaysian citizens aged 22 and below in the year of application;
> Applying for full-time undergraduate study at any Malaysian public university;
> Total monthly gross household income of RM8,000 and below;
> Not a recipient of any other scholarship, sponsorship or bond agreement from other sponsors throughout the course of the tuition; and
> Minimum CGPA of 3.30 in STPM, diploma, A-Levels, matriculation, foundation or equivalent.
> Interested applicants must submit an essay (350-500 words) detailing their aspirations for their community.
Details: https://www.gxbank.my/impiangigih/biasiswa
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