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Universiti Putra Malaysia
Universiti Putra Malaysia is a public university in Serdang, Malaysia, founded in 1971, with about 30,000 students. Tuition is around MYR 12,000–28,000 a year (2025-26).
- Type
- Public university
- Location
- Serdang, Malaysia
- Founded
- 1971
- Students
- 30,000
- International students
- 15%
- Tuition
- MYR 12,000–28,000 / year (2025-26)
- Acceptance rate
- 40%
- Teaching language
- English; Malay
- Academic calendar
- Semester
- Ranking
- QS World: #134
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) is a public research university in Serdang, Selangor. Founded in 1931 as the School of Agriculture, it became Universiti Pertanian Malaysia in 1971 and adopted its current name in 1997.
UPM retains strengths in agriculture, forestry, veterinary medicine and food science, and has grown into a comprehensive university with faculties of engineering, science, medicine and health sciences, economics and management, computer science and IT, design and architecture, educational studies, modern languages and human ecology. It also has a campus in Bintulu, Sarawak.
Teaching is in English and Malay. Malaysian students enter through the national UPU system, while international students apply directly. Residential colleges provide on-campus housing.
Admissions, rankings and scholarships
Rankings
- #134QS World
- #27QS Asia
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Frequently asked questions
How much is tuition at Universiti Putra Malaysia?
Tuition at Universiti Putra Malaysia is around MYR 12,000–28,000 a year for 2025-26. Fees vary by program and can differ for international students, so check the university's official fees page before applying.
What is the acceptance rate at Universiti Putra Malaysia?
Universiti Putra Malaysia has an acceptance rate of about 40%.
What language are courses taught in at Universiti Putra Malaysia?
Courses at Universiti Putra Malaysia are taught in English; Malay.
When is the application deadline for Universiti Putra Malaysia?
Feb and Aug intakes; Deadline varies by program
Does Universiti Putra Malaysia offer scholarships?
Merit-based scholarships; Research scholarships; Government-funded programs.
Does Universiti Putra Malaysia have student accommodation?
Accommodation options include: On-campus residential halls, Graduate housing, Off-campus accommodation.
How many international students are at Universiti Putra Malaysia?
About 15% of students at Universiti Putra Malaysia are international.
When was Universiti Putra Malaysia founded?
Universiti Putra Malaysia was founded in 1971.
How is Universiti Putra Malaysia ranked?
Universiti Putra Malaysia is ranked QS World: #134; QS Asia: #27.
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