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City University Malaysia

City University Malaysia is a private university located in Selangor, Malaysia. It was founded in 1984 and is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Authority. The university offers a variety of programs in business, information technology, design, and education.

Malaysia, Petaling Jaya
University in a developed state of Malaysia with economy and culture
Acceptance rate - 80%
Number of students - 7,500 Number of students - 7,500
International students - 47% International students - 47%
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#18 in Malaysia's national ranking. Webometrics Ranking of World Universities
Rated "Very Good" (4 stars) EQUAL-2019

Quick Facts

University in a developed state of Malaysia with economy and culture University in a developed state of Malaysia with economy and culture
Acceptance rate - 80% Acceptance rate - 80%
Number of students - 7,500 Number of students - 7,500
International students - 47% International students - 47%

About University

City University Malaysia is one of the pioneering private institutions in Malaysia that is committed to innovation and excellence in education. The university has strong links with industry and the international community and is active in research and publications. City U has three centres of excellence: the Centre for Research and Management, the City Graduate School and the Centre for Language Studies. There are four campuses: the main campus in Petaling Jaya and a branch campus in Johor Bahru, as well as regional centres in Kota Kinabalu and Penang.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

Faculty of Education & Libral Studies

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Hospitality

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Information Technology

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Creative Industries

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Built Environment

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

0+ programs

Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 02 Oct, 2025
Closed
Closed

Winter 2025

Winter 2025

Deadline: 01 Feb, 2025
Closed
Closed

Spring 2025

Spring 2025

Deadline: 01 Apr, 2025
Closed
Open

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 02 Oct, 2026
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Closed

Winter 2026

Winter 2026

Deadline: 01 Feb, 2026
Closed
Open

Spring 2026

Spring 2026

Deadline: 01 Apr, 2026
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Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

4.0

Motivation Letter Required

English Language Level

IELTS

5.5

Foundation

Basic Requirements

GPA

4.0

Motivation Letter Required

English Language Level

IELTS

5

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply City University Malaysia

1

Online application

Fill out an online application on the university website or through its representatives

2

Attach the required documents

Copies of academic certificates and transcripts, a copy of your passport, two photographs, proof of English (IELTS or TOEFL) and pay an application fee of 960 USD

3

Receive an acceptance letter from the university

4

Pay for student visa and health insurance

You can pay for your student visa and health insurance through the university or its representatives 420 USD

5

Get approval

Approval can be obtained from the Malaysian Immigration Department through the university or its representatives.

6

Confirm your admission

7

Pay for the first semester of study

8

Go through the visa process

9

Receive a letter

Arrival letter from the university and arrange your flight and transfer to campus

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$16,884/year
Includes academic materials
Nutrition (per year)
$1,620/year
On-campus housing (per year)
$1,776/year
Transport (per year)
$75/year
Etc. (per year)
$700/year
Scholarships
• City U Creative Scholarship • City U Merit Scholarship • City U Sports Scholarship

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• University campus in Johor Bahru

World-class facility

• Cybersports Center

World-class facility

• University of Kota Kinabalu Campus

World-class facility

• The university's main campus in Petaling Jaya

World-class facility

• Student space

World-class facility

• Coffee

World-class facility

• Pool

World-class facility