BIMA, which stands for Beasiswa Internasional Mahasiswa Asing (International Scholarship for Foreign Students), is a unique opportunity provided by Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta for foreign students. This scholarship enables selected candidates to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies in Indonesia, although it does not cover all associated costs. Applications for the 2025/2026 academic year are now open.
Designed exclusively for international students, BIMA aims to support your academic journey by offering significant financial relief on tuition-related expenses while allowing you to cover personal and additional living costs independently.
Whether you are embarking on a Bachelor’s degree or advancing through a Master’s program, BIMA provides tailored benefits and requirements to suit your level of study. Read on to learn more about the scholarship’s coverage, available study programs, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
Program Details
- Host Institution: Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta (UAJY), Indonesia.
- Study Field: Various undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Duration: Bachelor’s (8 semesters), Master’s (3-4 semesters depending on the programme)
- Number of Scholarships: Open to eligible international applicants (one application per candidate).
- Target Group: Open to eligible international applicants (one application per candidate) seeking undergraduate or graduate studies.
BIMA Scholarship Program Benefits
Selected candidates for the scholarship will receive the following benefits depending on their level of education.
Bachelor’s Degree
For undergraduate applicants, the scholarship covers:
- Waiver of tuition fees (entry, fixed, and variable) for all 8 semesters.
- New Student Affairs fee waiver.
- Courseware fee waiver (excluding the cost of an iPad).
Note that BIMA is not fully funded. The following expenses are not covered:
- Bachelor’s visa fee (approximately IDR 500,000 per year).
- Immigration Stay Permits (ITAS) costs (around IDR 4,500,000 per year).
- Round-trip international airfare from the applicant’s home country to Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
- Living expenses (approximately IDR 3,000,000 per month).
- Boarding house fees (around IDR 1,500,000 per month).
- Medical costs and any additional academic-related activities (e.g., internships, student exchange, thesis work).
Master’s Degree
For graduate applicants, scholarship benefits include:
- Waiver of tuition fees (registration and program fees) for 3 semesters—or 4 semesters for Industrial Engineering.
- New Student Affairs fee and Courseware fee waiver.
- Optional Bahasa Indonesia language classes for 8 months if needed.
Similarly, the following costs are excluded from the scholarship:
- Master’s visa fee (approximately IDR 500,000 per year).
- Immigration Stay Permits (ITAS) costs (around IDR 4,500,000 per year).
- International airfare between the applicant’s home country and Yogyakarta.
- Monthly living and boarding expenses, medical costs, and other academic activities.
BIMA Scholarship Eligible Programs
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
The following undergraduate programmes are available, all conducted in English:
- International Undergraduate Program in Business Accounting (IUP-BA)
- International Business and Management Program (IBMP)
- International Civil Engineering Program (ICEP)
- International Industrial Engineering Program (IIEP)
- International Communication Program (ICP)
- International Undergraduate Program in Law (IUP-L)
Master’s Degree Programs
The following graduate programs are offered, with instruction in Bahasa Indonesia:
- Law
- Civil Engineering
- Informatics
- Architecture
- Industrial Engineering
- Management
- Accounting
- Communication Science
BIMA Scholarship Program Eligibility
Interested candidates must meet the following requirements depending on their level of education to apply for the BIMA scholarship.
Bachelor’s Applicants
- Must be a high school graduate by the academic year 2025/2026 or earlier.
- Age requirement: Candidates must be 21 years old or younger as of August 1, 2025.
Master’s Applicants
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree conferred in or before the 2025/2026 academic year.
- Age requirement: Candidates must be 25 years old or younger as of August 1, 2025.
How to Apply for the BIMA Scholarship Program
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Download the Submission Form: Choose the appropriate form for your level of study:
- S-1 for Bachelor’s Degree. Please click here to download the form.
- S-2 for Master’s Degree. Please click here to download the form
- Complete the Form: Fill out the downloaded form accurately and attach it with your submission.
- Prepare Your Documents: Ensure all required documents are scanned, translated (if necessary), and saved in PDF or JPG format.
- Submit Your Application: Email all your documents in a single email to [email protected] with the subject line: “Submission – Bachelor’s/Master Degree – [Your Full Name]”.
Documents Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Applicants
- Scanned Submission Form (refer to the ‘How to Apply’ section)
- Scanned High School Diploma with English Translation
- Scanned Academic Score Transcript
- Scanned Scholarship Application Essay addressing:
- Your motivation to join the scholarship
- Your reasons for choosing the study programme
- Scanned Passport (valid for at least 18 months, including cover and identity page)
- Scanned Formal Photograph
- Scanned Health Insurance Statement Letter
- Bank statement from parent/guardian confirming a balance of US$2,000 (as per Permenkumham Regulation No. 22/2023)
Master’s Degree Applicants
- Scanned Submission Form (refer to the ‘How to Apply’ section)
- Scanned Bachelor’s Diploma with English Translation
- Scanned Academic Score Transcript
- Scanned Scholarship Application Essay addressing:
- Your motivation to join the scholarship
- Your reasons for choosing the study programme
- Scanned Passport (valid for at least 18 months, including cover and identity page)
- Original Formal Photograph
- Scanned Health Insurance Statement Letter
- Bank statement from parent/guardian confirming a balance of US$2,000 (as per Permenkumham Regulation No. 22/2023)
- Scanned Recommendation Letter from your previous university
- Scanned Recommendation Letter from your workplace (if applicable)
All documents must be in English and submitted in PDF or JPG format, ensuring they are clear and legible.
Timeline
- Submission Period: 1 November 2024 – 21 April 2025
- English Proficiency and Competency Test: 22 April – 5 May 2025
- Result Announcement: 13 June 2025
Result announcements will be made on 13 June 2025. Please ensure your application is complete and submitted before the deadline.
The application deadline is . For more information, please visit the official website. Remember, BIMA is not fully funded; you will need to arrange for expenses not covered by the scholarship, including visa fees, international airfare, living costs, etc. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.