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If you're exploring study options after SPM or IGCSE, there's now a practical and flexible way to kickstart your higher education journey
Sunway University's School of American Education (SAE) offers students the chance to begin an American degree without ever leaving Malaysia.
It is delivered in collaboration with ASU, which has been ranked the most innovative university in the US for ten years in a row
SAE brings American-style education to local shores at a fraction of the cost of studying abroad.
Driving this forward is the school's newly appointed Dean, Assoc Prof Dr Woo Pei Jun, who brings a strong background in American education and a deep understanding of what students and families value today: quality, security and future-readiness. With her leadership, the school is strengthening its focus on student well-being, academic excellence and flexible pathways for global success.
"We recognise that parents are looking for stability, quality and assurance in their children's education. Our goal is to provide a world-class education that's safe, affordable and full of opportunity — right here in Malaysia, with the option to pursue global experiences when the time is right," said Dr Woo.
ASU is consistently ranked among the top universities in the US for innovation. It also sits among the top universities globally, so students can confidently pursue a future-ready degree with global relevance.
SAE offers a range of American undergraduate degrees, all taught in Malaysia and supported by ASU-certified modules
Students graduate with transcripts from both ASU and Sunway University, the No.1 private university in ASEAN (AppliedHE 2025) so you're getting the best of both worlds.
You can choose from:
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Digital Communication (Advertising): Built for future Public Relation pros, content strategists, and branding experts.
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology: Perfect for those curious about human behaviour, mental health, or research careers.
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence): For students looking to enter high-demand tech fields like machine learning and AI development.
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Digital Media Design: Great for creative minds passionate about animation, web design, and storytelling.
Not sure if you want to stay in Malaysia the entire time? That's okay, you've got flexible options.
With the American Degree Transfer Program (ADTP), students can begin their studies at Sunway and transfer to top universities in the US or Canada, including ASU, Cornell, NYU, and Johns Hopkins.
The programme offers flexible pathways to suit different goals. You can complete your entire degree in Malaysia, finish it locally with ASU Online modules, transfer in your final year to ASU, or take the 2+2 route by spending two years at Sunway and the final two years in the US.
Students who complete their final year overseas may also be eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT), which allows them to work in the US for up to one year, or up to three years for STEM-related degrees.
The best part is, Sunway University is already accepting applications for the Fall 2025 intake, but spots are limited, so better hurry!
Application fees are waived, and scholarships are available, even for students who plan to transfer abroad later on. For more information visit their official website here.
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