The Indonesian AID Scholarship (TIAS)

The Indonesian AID Scholarship (TIAS) is a grant program from the Indonesian Government that aims to support the achievement of SDGs targets, especially in the education sector. As a reflection of the spirit of the Asia-Africa Summit and South-South Cooperation, the Indonesian AID scholarship will develop the skills and expertise of future leaders from Indonesia’s partner countries. It acts as a soft diplomacy to strengthen cooperation and friendship among partner countries through the development of human resources between countries. The Indonesian AID Scholarship offers a scholarship program for associate’s, bachelor’s, professional, and master’s degrees for government officials and/or individuals who are recommended to work in the government sector under the grant policy regulations.

The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) is honored to be the partner of this program for the following study programs:
(1) The Graduate Program in International Relations (5 person)
(2) The Graduate Program in Politics and Government (10 person)
(3) The International Undergraduate Program in Communication Studies (3 person)

Required Documents

Bachelor Program

1. Officially nominated by the Government of the Priority State.
2. Willing to return and serve in their home country for a minimum of 2 (two) years after completing the study.
3. Possess citizenship status from the priority state.
4. Not registered as an active military member.
5. Not currently or will be undergoing military service until the end of the academic period.
6. Preferably have a minimum of 2 years of work experience as a government employee in their country
7. Have an active passport with a minimum validity of 18 months from the registration date.
8. The maximum age is 25 years old in the current July.
9. Proficient in the use of the English language. For non-English speaking countries, it is mandatory to attach a TOEFL ITP certificate with a minimum score of 477 or IELTS with a minimum score of 5.5 (prediction tests such as englishtest.duolingo.com or others are allowed). This requirement does not apply to countries that use English as the medium of instruction or departments that use Indonesian as the medium of instruction.
10. Hold a high school diploma.
11. Provide a certificate of employment in the government sector or equivalent documents for those already working.
12. Attach a letter/document confirming good conduct and/or a clear criminal record from the relevant local authorities.
13. Physically and mentally healthy, as evidenced by a health certificate from a doctor.

1. Officially nominated by the Government of the Priority State.
2. Willing to return and serve in their home country for a minimum of 2 (two) years after completing the study.
3. Possess citizenship status from the priority state.
4. Not registered as an active military member.
5. Not currently or will be undergoing mandatory military service until the end of the academic period.
6. Have an active passport with a minimum validity of 18 months from the registration date.
7. The maximum age is 40 years old in the current July.
8. Preferably have a minimum of 2 years of work experience as a government employee in their country.
9. Provide a certificate of employment in the government sector or equivalent documents.
10. Proficient in the use of the English language. For non-English speaking countries, it is mandatory to attach a TOEFL ITP certificate with a minimum score of 477 or IELTS with a minimum score of 5.5 (prediction tests such as englishtest.duolingo.com or others are allowed). This requirement does not apply to countries that use English as the medium of instruction or departments that use Indonesian as the medium of instruction.
11. Hold a bachelor’s degree (proven by certificate).
12. Do not yet possess a previous master’s degree.
13. Attach a letter/document confirming good conduct and/or a clear criminal record from the relevant local authorities.
14. Physically and mentally healthy, as evidenced by a health certificate from a doctor.

Coverage

The scholarship covers a maximum period of 8 semesters for a 4-years Bachelor Program and a maximum period of 4 semesters for a 2-years Master Program, which include:

1. Academic Cost (Tuition Fee)
2. Selection Cost
3. Round trip ticket
4. Visa Application Cost
5. Health Insurance
6. Monthly Living Allowances
7. Settle-in Allowances
8. Accommodation Allowances
9. Research Support Fund
10. International Seminars Cost
11. International Journal Publication Cost
12. Education Support Fund
13. Buddy Program
14. Indonesian Language (Bahasa/ BIPA Level 1) course program