Equator College Penang Future Foundation

The PENANG FUTURE FOUNDATION is made possible by donations from private sectors and individuals. It is a scholarship program awarded by the Penang State Government to outstanding and deserving Malaysians to pursue their undergraduate studies in Malaysia. It is one of the State's initiatives to stem the tide of brain drain and nurture Penang as a talent hub. The scholarships are open to all eligible Malaysians regardless of race, religion and gender. Preference will be given to outstanding and deserving youths from single, low to middle-income families. Upon completion of studies, the sponsored scholars are required to work in Penang in organizations of their choice, be it in the private or public sector.

Penang Scholar

• Minimum CGPA of 3.67 in STPM/ Foundation/ Matriculation/ Diploma/ UEC & equivalent; OR Currently pursuing undergraduate course in Malaysia IPT with minimum CGPA of 3.67; and
• Household income not more than RM 15,000 per month (equivalent to RM 180,000 annualized); and *Parents' 2 years tax return/ BE Form must be attached*
• Malaysian 25 years or younger; and
• Entering/ Currently pursuing full time first undergraduate Degree (fully accredited by MQA) in Malaysia.

Mutiara Scholar

• Minimum CGPA of 3.00 in STPM/ Foundation/ Matriculation/ Diploma/ UEC & equivalent; OR Currently pursuing undergraduate course in Malaysia IPT with minimum CGPA of 3.00; and
• Household income not more than RM 5,000 per month (equivalent to RM 60,000 annualized); and *Parents' 2 years tax return/ BE Form must be attached*
• Malaysian 25 years or younger; and
• Entering/ Currently pursuing full time first undergraduate Degree (fully accredited by MQA) in Malaysia.

• Award only takes effect upon execution of scholarship agreement and does not cover retrospective tuition fee/ living expenses incurred by scholar.