FAQs

The ASEAN International Mobility for Students (AIMS) programme, formally known as M-I-T, aims to create a vibrant student mobility program for citizens of all Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) member countries.

The AIMS Program has been at the core of SEAMEO RIHED’s educational programs as indicated in the 4th Five-Year Development Plan to cultivate globalized human resources. UM is one of the 12 CHED-identified Higher Education Institutions in the country to be a member of this mobility program. This is only limited to Engineering and International Business (Accountancy and Business Administration) programs.

AIMS only offers scholarships for students who are enrolled under the Engineering and International Business (Accountancy and International Business) programs only.

Since UM’s fields of study only limit to Engineering and International Business, these are the schools that UM are in partnership with:

For International Business

• Indonesia – BINUS University and Universitas Indonesia
• Malaysia – Universiti Malaya, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia and Universiti Teknologi MARA
• Thailand – Mahidol University
• Brunei – University Brunei Darussalam
• Vietnam – Foreign Trade University and Hue University

Engineering

• Indonesia – Bandung Institute of Technology
• Malaysia – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
• Thailand – King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi
• Brunei – University Brunei Darussalam and Institute Teknologi Brunei
• Vietnam – Thai Nguyen University of Technology, University of Transport and Communications and Water Resources University

UMAP is the acronym for the Organization called University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific. It is a voluntary association of government and non-government representatives of the higher education (university) sector in the region. Having a wider scope, students under the UMAP can be sent to member institutions in the Asia-Pacific Region allowing them to have a wider choice of host institution for mobility. Students can apply as long as they are enrolled in any level II programs of the University.

Students enrolled under all Level II Accredited Programs can apply under the UMAP scholarship.

1. Students with at least one year of residency in the University and have at least one semester left upon return to UM.

2. Students whose programs are at least Level II accredited.

3. Students whose GPA is at least 85 (2.5) without failing marks.

4. Students who possess proficiency in both oral and written communication.

5. Students who are worthy of becoming representatives and the Philippines to the world.

You will be away for a semester – 5 to 6 months.

AIMS scholars can enjoy financial support from CHED. CHED shoulders the accommodation, airfare and living allowance of the students. UM shoulders the visa processing.

How much do I have to pay for the tuition fee?

The Commission on Higher Education will waive the tuition fee in the host university. This means the outbound exchange student does not pay for the tuition fee anymore.

Will there be a host family in the country we choose to study?

None. The outbound exchange student will be living independently that’s why emotional maturity is vital in becoming an outbound exchange student.

Can I work part-time during the exchange student program?

No, you can’t. Outbound exchange students should remain focused in their studies because they are scholars and they have grades to maintain.

Yes. As soon as the outbound exchange student is accepted in his/her desired host university, UM’s International Affairs Office will coordinate with the host university’s IA office about student admission and other relevant requirements.

Your parents may if they want to, but they have to pay for their own expenses.

Becoming an outbound exchange student affords you a once in a lifetime experience of gaining academic and cultural growth. You don’t only get to study abroad for a semester, you also get to be exposed to the cultural diversity of your host country that you can bring with you in your lifetime. It would also be an honor on your part to represent the university and the country in the international academic arena. Not to mention the edge it could give you once you apply for a job in the future.

A.

1. Joint letter request addressed to the Commissioner from the authorized representative of the petitioning school and applicant, using the school letterhead with dry seal;

2. Duly accomplished CGAF (BI FORM) for Student Visa and Special Study Permit;

3. Photocopy of passport bio-page and latest admission with valid authorized stay and Bureau of Quarantine Stamp.

4. Notice of Acceptance of the applicant bearing a clear impression of the school’s official dry seal;

5. Endorsement addressed to the Commissioner from the school for the conversion of the applicant’s status, signed by the School Registrar;

6. Certificate of Eligibility for Admission from Commission on Higher Education (CHED), in case of Medicine/ Dentistry;

7. Medical Certificate issued by the Bureau of Quarantine and International Health Surveillance or a government medical institution with competence to certify that the applicant is not afflicted with any dangerous, contagious, or loathsome disease and is mentally fit;

8. CHED endorsement for transfer and shifting of course, if applicable;

9. National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) clearance for a foreign student enrolling from bachelor’s degree to post graduate; if having stayed in the Philippines for more than 59 days.

10. Photocopy of BI school accreditation ID of the registrar or school representative;

11. BI Clearance Certificate.

12. Three (3) pieces 2×2 ID picture

13. Letter of Intent to study at The University of Mindanao

14. Affidavit of Undertaking (for board courses)

B.

1. Red Ribbon Scholastic Records – High School Diploma and Transcript of Records

2. Red Ribbon Police Clearance (issued from the country of origin)

3. Red Ribbon Birth Certificate

4. Red Ribbon Personal History

5. Red Ribbon Proof of Support

Note:

Prepare three sets of each document.

Place each set in a long brown folder with fastener.