Quick Summary
Situated in Shah Alam, Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi MARA is a public established in 1956. Ranked #587 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 185000 students including 2.5% from outside Malaysia. Known for strengths in Hospitality & Leisure Management, Petroleum Engineering, Art and Design, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UiTM is the largest university in Malaysia offering a massive range of programs at a highly subsidized rate with strong emphasis on Bumiputera development and professional accreditation.
Subject Strengths
Hospitality & Leisure ManagementPetroleum EngineeringArt and DesignAccounting and Finance
Founded1956
TypePublic
Total Students185000
Intl Students2.5%
Faculty Ratio17.5
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus Size420 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Al-Sultan Abdullah UiTM
AccreditationMalaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), AACSB (Business), RIBA (Architecture)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#587
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor, Master, PhD
Programs
115
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Accounting Research Institute (ARI), Institute of Pathology, Medical and Forensic Sciences (I-PPerForM), Institute of Transport (MITRANS)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), AACSB (Business), RIBA (Architecture)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL500
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 28
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on co-curricular achievement and specific program prerequisites. For international students, ensure English proficiency documentation is current.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Malaysian Ringgit
UG Tuition
RM7,500/yr
per year · MYR
Living Cost
RM19,000/yr
per year · MYR
PG Tuition
RM13,500/yr
per year · MYR
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
RM26,650/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MYR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor, Master, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Management | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mass Communication | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$8,500
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Strong links with PetronasMaybankSime Darbyand Proton
Notable Alumni
Najib Razak, Richard Riot Jaem, Siti Nurhaliza
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, Stadium, Indoor Sports Complexes, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
250
Library Resources
Tun Abdul Razak Library (PTAR) - largest academic library system in Malaysia
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available