The Gadjah Mada International Fellowship (GMIF) Degree Program stands as a beacon of educational opportunity, extended by Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) to international students seeking to pursue a Master’s degree. With a special emphasis on candidates from the ASEAN region (excluding Indonesia) and Global South Countries, this scholarship program aims to empower individuals with outstanding academic achievements to excel in their chosen fields of study.
Through the pursuit of Master’s degrees in relevant fields, GMIF participants not only enhance their own knowledge and skills but also lay the foundation for progress and development within their home countries. With a vision for a brighter future built upon the pillars of education and innovation, GMIF nurtures the next generation of leaders who will drive positive change and create impact on a global scale.
Number of Fellowship
The number of fellowships offered for GMIF Degree 2024 is 15 fellowships of a full-time master degree program
GMIF Degree Program Coverage Scholarship
- Waived tuition fee (4 semesters for Master Program); tuition fee will be borne by the students upon extension (if any)
- Living allowance expenses according to Yogyakarta rate
- Maximum one semester for Indonesian Language Program/ INCULS for those who enroll in the INCULS Program (the length of language program depends on the result of Bahasa proficiency Placement Test)
- Four semesters for Master Program
- A round-trip international airfare (direct economy class)
- Health insurance during the fellowship program
- Electronic Visa and Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) during the fellowship program
- Thesis research incentive of Rp10.000.000 for Master Program (will be given to the research supervisor)
- Student Dormitory
Eligibility
- Maximum age: 30
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Medicine/Health, Geography, Agriculture, Forestry, Animal Science, Economics, Law, Social Sciences and Humanity, or related fields. Those who want to apply for Master’s in Animal Science shall be a graduate from Agriculture/animal sciences.
- Excellent bachelor’s degree academic record (GPA of at least 3.0 on 4.0 GPA scale or any other documents proving candidates adequate academic qualification) for master program applicants
- Good proficiency in English (TOEFL ITP score of at least 500 or IELTS 6.0)
- Recommendation letter from previous institution or supervisor
- Provide supporting documents required upon acceptance of scholarship
How to Apply
- Register online at the UGM admission system (admission.ugm.ac.id) choose Degree Program, select Animal Science, and choose GMIF Scholarship – Master in Animal Science Odd Semester 2024.
- filling and uploading the following documents*:
- Color scan of valid passport
- Color scan of the passport cover
- Official passport-sized photograph (see the guidelines here)
- Copy of academic transcript and bachelor certificate
- Curriculum Vitae
- Good health statement from the applicant’s doctor (download the template here)
- Proof of English proficiency (ITP TOEFL or IELTS)
- Personal statement (download the template here)
- Motivation letter
- Two academic references (recommendation letter from previous institution, employer or supervisor)
Timeline
| Timeline | Dates |
| Application Open | 1 March 2024 |
| Application Close | 31 March 2024 |
| Administration Selection by Office of International Affairs (OIA) | 1 – 5 April 2024 |
| Selection Process by Faculties or Schools | 8 – 19 April 2024 |
| Announcement (List of student for interview) | 23 April 2024 |
| Interview | 25 – 26 April 2024 |
| Final Announcement | 30 April 2024 |
| Scholarship Agreement and Visa Procedure | May 2024 |
| Flight Ticket Arrangement by OIA | August 2024 |
| Travel of New students to Yogyakarta | August 2024 |
| Indonesian Language Course (OFFLINE) | 15 August 2024 – 31 July 2025 |
Note :
Deadline for Document Submission: 31 March 2024
Should you have further inquiries, kindly contact oia.fapet@ugm.ac.id