KOTA KINABALU: Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is reaching out to a 20-year-old from Paitan to facilitate her admission to the university.
Crisnanalina Jumis, from Kg. Dalamas in Paitan, was reported to be struggling to pay her registration fees for admission to the university.
Due to poor internet connectivity in her hometown, she was unable to complete the online scholarship applications.
UMS vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr. Kasim Mansor said he has instructed the Student Affairs and Finance Department to contact Crisnanalina.
"UMS is deeply concerned about Crisnanalina's financial challenges, and we will ensure that she receives adequate support upon registering at the university.
"The department will also assist her in applying for financial aid related to her needs," he said in a statement yesterday.
Kasim added that new students, including Crisnanalina, need not worry about registration fees, as UMS offers initiatives such as deferred payments to help ease the financial burden.
"Furthermore, the university provides various forms of assistance, including financial aid (MyCare), food baskets, and zakat donations.
"We also guide students in applying for financial support from agencies such as PTPTN, state scholarships, Yayasan Sabah, and MARA," he added.
For further information on welfare assistance, students can contact the Student Affairs and Finance Department at 088-320 060 or via email at bkkp@ums.edu.my.