Scholarships and Financial Assistance
February 25, 2026 2026-09-05 18:12Scholarships and Financial Assistance
Scholarships and Financial Assistance
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SENTRAL Scholarships
SENTRAL Merit Scholarship Award
Diploma Programme
SPM Official Examination Results & Award Values
| 9A’s & Above | 100% Tuition Fee Waiver |
| 8A’s | 50% Tuition Fee Waiver |
| 7A’s | 40% Tuition Fee Waiver |
| 6A’s | 30% Tuition Fee Waiver |
| 5A’s & 4A’s | 15% Tuition Fee Waiver |
Degree Programme
Diploma / STPM Results
- CGPA ≥ 3.5 — 30% Tuition Fee Waiver
- CGPA ≥ 3.0 — 20% Tuition Fee Waiver
A-Levels / UEC Results
- 2A’s — 30% Tuition Fee Waiver
- 1A — 20% Tuition Fee Waiver
Terms and Conditions
- Scholarship awards are open to qualified Malaysian students who have completed SPM, UEC, STPM, Diploma, or A-Levels and are new students.
- Applications must be based on actual examination results. Trial or forecast results are not accepted.
- Scholarships are applicable to one selected programme only for the duration stated below:
| BSc Business and Management | 3 years / 2 years |
| BSc Accounting and Finance | |
| BSc Business and IT | |
| Diploma in Business Studies | 2 years 4 months |
| Diploma in Accounting | |
| Diploma in Computer Systems Technology | |
| Diploma in Tourism Management |
- Recipients must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.50 every semester (excluding MPU courses) to remain eligible.
- Only one scholarship or rebate may be held at any one time.
- For more information, please contact 04-262 1888.
SENTRAL Board's Scholarship
This scholarship is announced under the prerogative of the Board of Directors or the Principal on special circumstances whereby such awards are given to financially challenged students with excellent academic result.
External Scholarships
The Star Education Fund Scholarship Awards
SENTRAL works closely with The Star newspaper to provide Scholarships to students to pursue programmes at SENTRAL. These scholarships cover a wide range of fields and disciplines, from entry-level programmes to undergraduate education and professional studies. The best thing is the scholarships are all bond-free.
Applicable to students who are enrolled in the following programmes offered by SENTRAL:
- BSc(Hons) Business & Management
- BSc(Hons) Digital Business
- BSc(Hons) Accounting & Finance
- Diploma in Business Studies
- Diploma in Computer Systems Technology
- Diploma in Accounting
- Diploma in Tourism Management
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
- Association of Chartered Accountant (ACCA)
Eligibility:
- Malaysian citizens not more than 25 years of age
- Excel in extra-curricular activities or active in sports
- Not bonded to or in receipt of any financial aid or awards from other educational institutions or organisations
- Possess reasonably good result in SPM / UEC or equivalent (for Foundation / Diploma courses).
- Possess reasonably good results in STPM / UEC or equivalent (for Degree courses)
For further enquiries, please email: edufund@thestar.com.my or call 03-7967 1388 ext. 1642 / 1643
Sin Chew Daily Education Fund Scholarship
SENTRAL also partners with the Sin Chew Newspaper to offer scholarship to deserving students.
Applicable to students who are enrolled in the following programmes offered by SENTRAL:
- BSc(Hons) Business & Management
- BSc(Hons) Digital Business
- BSc(Hons) Accounting & Finance
- Diploma in Business Studies
- Diploma in Computer Systems Technology
- Diploma in Accounting
- Diploma in Tourism Management
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
- Association of Chartered Accountant (ACCA)
Eligibility:
- Malaysian citizen, below 25 years of age as of 1st January 2015.
- Students must possess good results in SPM / A-Level / STPM / UEC or other equivalent qualification.
- Students must be active in sports and extra-curricular activities.
- Applicant is required to meet a minimum CGPA of 3.0 every semester to continue the scholarship.
For further enquiries, please email: www.sinchew.com.my
Tzu Chi Diploma in Early Childhood Education Common Good Scholarship
Aligning with our College Mission “…prepare students for dynamic careers, meaningful lives and to be compassionate citizens in a global society”, SENTRAL College Penang is proud to work together with Buddhist Tzu-Chi Merits Society Malaysia, in providing Common Good Scholarship for Diploma in Early Childhood Education programme.
To portray the emphasis on the spirit of humanistic culture, the enthusiasm for early childhood education, and care for the impoverished and vulnerable groups, as well as to assist in enhancing the societal level of education, SENTRAL College Penang and Tzu Chi has established this scholarship program specifically for students pursuing early childhood education.
For more information, please call SENTRAL College Penang for more information:
04-262 1888 | wa.me/601110937968
Financial Aids / Loans
Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional (PTPTN Loan)
Applicable to students who are enrolled in the following programmes offered by SENTRAL:
- Diploma in Business Studies
- Diploma in Computer Systems Technology
- Diploma in Accounting
- Diploma in Tourism Management
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- BSc (Hons) Business & Management
- BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance
- BSc (Hons) Business IT
PTPTN provides education loans to students pursuing their diploma and degree in local institutions of higher learning. Applications must be made using the Education Loan Application Form which is available from PTPTN or SENTRAL College Penang. The completed application form must be submitted through SENTRAL College Penang within the specified date, i.e. twice every semester.
For additional information, contact SENTRAL College at 04-2621888 or visit PTPTN website at www.ptptn.gov.my / hotline 03-21933000.
Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Fund Withdrawal Scheme for Education
This scheme allows EPF members to withdraw from their Account II to pay fees for their children’s education or themselves at local or foreign institution. For more details visit KWSP website at https://www.kwsp.gov.my/
Penang State Education Loan
The Penang State Government Education Loan aims to provide education loans to Malaysian citizens who were born or receive part of their education in Penang state. For online applications/ more details, please visit the Penang state website at epp.penang.gov.my
The Indian Scholarship & Trust Fund (ISTF)
The High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur has been providing financial assistance under the ISTF to Malaysian students of Indian origin pursuing full-time diploma and degree programmes in institutions of higher learning in Malaysia. However, please note that the scholarship does NOT cover the full cost of studies and it is only a one-time financial assistance. For more information visit High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur website.
Indus Education Foundation
The Indus Education Fund was established to provide interest-free loans to Malaysian students from unprivileged communities to pursue pre-university, undergraduate and professional courses/studies (except medicine, dentistry and pilot training) at recognised Private Higher Educational Institutions (IPTS) in Malaysia. For more details, please visit: http://indus.org.my/index.html
Penang Buddhist Association
The Penang Buddhist Association (PBA) provides higher education financial aid to students pursuing their diploma and degree programmes at institutions of higher learning. For more details, please contact: 04-2280910, or visit PBA at:
168 Anson Road
10400 George Town, Penang
Yayasan Kek Lok Si
Malaysian students applying to enter undergraduate programmes locally are eligible to apply for the Yayasan Kek Lok Si Financial Aid. For more details, please visit: http://yayasankekloksi.org/
Penang Future Foundation Scholarship
Penang Future Foundation Scholarship funds youth 25 years old and below to undertake full-time undergraduate studies at public and private institutions (IPTA and IPTS) in Malaysia.
MQA accredited programmes in Science (exclude Medicine), Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), and Accountancy & Finance.
Priority will be given to Penangites or those who have studied in Penang and students who demonstrate excellent leadership, communication skills, teamwork and or other non-academic achievements.
For more details, please visit: https://penangfuturefoundation.my or info@penangfuturefoundation.my
How to Apply?
If you are interested in applying, please follow the steps and complete the application form provided.
01. Fill In The Application Form
02. Review Your Application
03. Wait for Our Response
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