Reasons Why Private Campuses Are Not Less Competitive With Public Campuses

TANGERANG – There are several reasons that make Private Universities no less competitive than State Universities.

UMN friends, did you know that Indonesia has two types of universities? These two types of universities are grouped based on the agency or group that manages them. First, there are state universities, or what we usually call state campuses, which are managed by state institutions. The other type of university is a private university or private campus which is usually managed by private institutions.

For state universities, usually, the path that can be taken by prospective students is the National Selection for State Higher Education Entrance and Joint Selection for State University Entrance, but some also open independent pathways. Well, for private universities, you can usually take the independent path or the scholarship path. There are also several types of scholarships: academic achievement path and non-academic achievement path.

Over time, private universities are also able to compete in providing education to their students. Here are some things that make private universities no less competitive than state universities.

Accreditation that is not inferior to state universities

Accreditation is one indicator of the quality of educational institutions in Indonesia. The institution that assesses the quality of an educational institution at the level of a university nationally is the National Accreditation Board for Higher Education (BAN-PT). Did you know that Multimedia Nusantara University (UMN) as an institution has received accreditation “A” from BAN-PT? This is stated in the decision letter of BAN-PT number 1068/SK/BAN-PT/Ak-PPJ/PT/XII/2021.

Also read: Multimedia Nusantara University Again Achieves Institution A Accreditation from BAN-PT

Diverse Entry Paths

Unlike state universities, the entrance paths offered by private universities are usually more diverse. Interested in entering a private university? UMN itself has various entrance paths for prospective students, including;

1. Academic Path

The UMN Academic Path is for prospective students who meet the requirements after being evaluated by the UMN New Student Admissions Committee. This pathway uses academic scores (from your high school/vocational high school report card) as a reference for assessment (test-less) and is required to receive a “Grade A” from UMN. For complete terms, visit here.

2. Regular Test-Path

You can register for this route offline by visiting the campus or online on the UMN website. After registering, you are required to take the test on a specified date. The test materials are English, Mathematics, Psychological Test, and Drawing (for major Art & Design). Don’t forget to bring your stationeries like a 2B pencil and an eraser. Most importantly, don’t forget to bring your identification card.

3. Scholarship Path

UMN has four scholarship paths that you can join, namely:

• Academic Achievement Scholarship

This scholarship is available for Class XII high school students who have academic achievements when they are in class XI. UMN provides tuition relief based on the rank obtained by students when students are in class XI semester 2.

• Sports and Arts Scholarships

This scholarship is available for those who have achievements in sports and arts. UMN will provide scholarships in the form of deductions of the initial fee.

• Science Olympiad Scholarship

This scholarship is available for those who have won medals at the National and International Science Olympiad. Eligible applicants can get a deduction of the base fee.

• Scholarships for Children Teachers/Principals/Employees/School Staff

As a form of appreciation for the dedication of teachers and employees/staff in educating the nation’s children, UMN provides scholarships in the form of a 50% reduction in tuition fees for children of teachers/school principals and a 30% reduction in tuition fees for children of employees/staff in high school/vocational high school (state or private) who want to continue their education at UMN.

*All scholarship pathway requirements can be viewed here.

Also read: All Types of Scholarships at UMN

Supporting Facilities

Of course, facilities are one of the things that support student learning so that they can help and improve the teaching and learning process. There are various kinds of facilities offered at UMN. Starting from public facilities, facilities obtained by UMN students in general, to Faculty and Department Facilities where the facilities are intended for students with certain majors. 

Some of the public facilities provided by UMN are a library, My UMN Account, Wi-Fi Access with Green Environment, Collaborative Lab, E-Learning Class, Lecture Hall, and many other facilities.

Also read: Information about facilities on the UMN campus

High-Quality Students and Lecturers

Did you know that 90 percent of UMN graduates have worked before graduation? UMN is committed to continuing being able to produce competitive graduates who are ready to face the dynamics of the growing world of work in the digital era. This advantage is proven through a survey that states that 90 percent of UMN graduates have found a job before graduating.

Sources:

• UMN
• Mamikos
• Indonesiacollege

*by Benedictus Adithia | UMN News Service

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