UI GREAT Scholarship

Overview

The UI GREAT Scholarship is a fully funded master's scholarship from Universitas Indonesia (UI), the country's oldest and one of its most respected universities, based in Depok near Jakarta. GREAT stands for Global Recognition, Engagement, Achievement and Talent, and the scheme is designed to bring strong international students into UI's master's programmes across a wide range of disciplines.

The package is comprehensive. It includes a tuition waiver for up to four semesters, a monthly allowance of IDR 3,500,000 that includes housing support, return airfare of up to IDR 10,000,000, a settlement allowance, monthly health insurance support, and coverage of visa and stay-permit costs. That combination makes it one of the more complete university scholarships available in Indonesia for international master's students.

UI GREAT is open to non-Indonesian citizens applying for a master's degree at UI who hold a qualifying bachelor's degree and can maintain a GPA of at least 3.0. With UI's spread of faculties covering health, science, engineering, social sciences, humanities and business, the scholarship gives you access to a broad academic catalogue inside a major Southeast Asian capital.

Key Facts at a Glance

Item	Detail
Funding Body	Universitas Indonesia
Host Country	Indonesia (Depok / Jakarta area)
Degree Levels	Master's
Value	Tuition waiver up to 4 semesters, IDR 3,500,000/month (incl. housing), up to IDR 10,000,000 return airfare, IDR 1,500,000 settlement, health insurance up to IDR 400,000/month, plus visa and stay-permit costs
Deadline	Annual; 2026 cycle deadline around April 2026
Eligible Nationalities	Non-Indonesian citizens
Official Website	Universitas Indonesia admission portal

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality Requirements

You must be a non-Indonesian citizen applying for a master's degree at Universitas Indonesia.

Academic Requirements

You need a qualifying bachelor's degree in a relevant field and must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 throughout your studies to keep the award.

Language Requirements

You must meet the English and/or Indonesian proficiency requirement set by your chosen programme. Some programmes are taught in English and others in Indonesian, so check the language of instruction before you apply.

What the Scholarship Covers

• Tuition waiver for up to four semesters
• Monthly allowance of IDR 3,500,000, which includes housing support
• Return airfare of up to IDR 10,000,000
• Settlement allowance of IDR 1,500,000
• Health insurance support of up to IDR 400,000 per month
• Visa and stay-permit (KITAS) costs

The allowance is meant to cover living costs including accommodation, though you should still plan a personal budget for anything beyond these amounts.

How to Apply

1. Choose your master's programme. Browse UI's master's offerings and confirm the language of instruction and entry requirements.
2. Check your eligibility. Confirm you are a non-Indonesian citizen with a qualifying bachelor's degree and a GPA that meets the threshold.
3. Register on the UI admission portal. Create an account at admission.ui.ac.id and start your application.
4. Upload your documents. Provide transcripts, your degree certificate, language results and supporting materials.
5. Apply for the GREAT scholarship. Indicate that you are applying for the UI GREAT Scholarship within your admission application.
6. Submit before the deadline. Complete everything by the cycle deadline, which falls around April for the 2026 intake.

Required Documents

• Bachelor's degree certificate
• Academic transcripts
• A copy of your passport
• English and/or Indonesian proficiency results
• A motivation letter or statement of purpose
• Recommendation letters
• A CV

Key Dates & Deadlines

UI GREAT runs on an annual cycle, with the 2026 deadline falling around April 2026. Admission and scholarship application happen together through the UI portal, so aim to have your documents ready well before April. Future cycles tend to follow a similar early-year-to-spring schedule.

Tips for a Strong Application

What helps

• Confirm the language of instruction for your programme and provide the matching proficiency proof.
• Write a focused statement that links your bachelor's background to the master's you have chosen.
• Keep your transcripts and certificates properly translated and certified.
• Apply early so any document issues can be fixed before the deadline.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Applying to a programme whose language you cannot meet.
• Submitting transcripts that show a GPA below the threshold without explanation.
• Treating the scholarship as separate from admission rather than part of the same portal application.
• Leaving the application to the final days of the window.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the UI GREAT Scholarship?

Non-Indonesian citizens applying for a master's degree at Universitas Indonesia, holding a qualifying bachelor's degree, able to maintain a GPA of at least 3.0, and meeting the programme's language requirement.

Is the UI GREAT Scholarship fully funded?

Yes. It covers tuition for up to four semesters, a monthly allowance with housing, return airfare, a settlement allowance, health insurance support and visa costs.

What is the deadline for the UI GREAT Scholarship?

The 2026 cycle deadline falls around April 2026, applied through the UI admission portal.

What level of study does the UI GREAT Scholarship cover?

Master's degrees at Universitas Indonesia.

How much is the UI GREAT monthly allowance?

IDR 3,500,000 per month, which includes housing support.

Does the UI GREAT Scholarship cover airfare?

Yes. It provides return airfare of up to IDR 10,000,000.

What GPA do I need for the UI GREAT Scholarship?

You must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0.

What documents do I need for the UI GREAT Scholarship?

A bachelor's certificate, transcripts, a passport copy, language results, a motivation letter, recommendation letters and a CV.

Is the UI GREAT Scholarship taught in English or Indonesian?

It depends on the programme. Some are in English and some in Indonesian, so check the language of instruction and provide the matching proficiency proof.

How long does the UI GREAT Scholarship last?

The tuition waiver covers up to four semesters, the standard length of a master's degree.