FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
When was President University established?
President University was established in 2001
Who are the founders of President University?
There are several notable founders of President University such as: Mr. S.D. Darmono, the President Director of PT.JABABEKA, and the founder of 3000 hectare-Jababeka Industrial area in which 1,400 companies from 27 nations operate, and Prof. Dr. Juwono Sudarsono, the Minister of Defense of Indonesia.
What is unique about President University?
There are several things that set President University apart from other local universities:International (in-depth) curriculum, it is a 100% English speaking university, international community, boarding house, 2-semester internship program, 1,350 affiliated companies from 27 nations, entrepreneurship, free access towards sponsors’ facilities including swimming pool, tennis court, international golf course, President Executive Club, and many more.
What is the language used as a learning medium at President University?
President University offers a 100% English speaking environment inside and outside President University Campus.
Are their oversees students studying at President University?
President University has international students from countries such as China, Philippines, Venezuela, Malaysia, Korea, Vietnam, Somalia, etc.
How long will it take for the students to complete their bachelor degree?
It normally takes about 3 years and 4 months to complete their bachelor degrees comprising 2 years and 4 months theoretical learning at President University Campus and approximately 1 year for practical learning at national and multinational companies in Indonesia and overseas.
What is the curriculum applied at President University?
President University offers an international-standard curriculum known in western countries as an “ In-depth learning curriculum” and it has been approved by DIKTI under the license 54/D/O/2004.
How much does it cost to study at President University?
It costs local and overseas students USD 25,000 to complete a degree at President University or equal to Rp.250.000.000,-
Is there any scholarship or financial aid to students who want to study at President University?
Yes, there is a wide range of scholarships available for bright students.
What is the quota of the scholarships each year?
Approximately 500 candidates will be selected to receive scholarships each year.
Who funds the scholarship program?
President University Scholarship Program is sponsored by JABABEKA consortium which has affiliations with 1,350 companies from 27 nations. Apart from that, in certain provinces, the scholarship program is sponsored by local governments.
Is there any working obligation for scholarship recipients after completing their study?
The scholarship recipients at President University have to do community service during their studies and there are minimum GPAs that should be maintained every two-semester to ensure the quality of President University graduates.
Is there any other fee apart from those stated on the price list (payment schemes)?
No, because the tuition fees have covered the semester, SKS, laboratory, library, development, and all other education-based fees.
Is there any possibility for the students who achieve cumulative GPA higher than required GPA to get additional funding?
There will be financial leverages for those who successfully achieve Cum Laude GPA of approximately 3.7. Is it true that graduates of President University are guaranteed jobs/ employment?
Yes, it is true. Our graduates’ profiles are 89% employed and 11% candidates for post graduate studies, mostly overseas.
Is it possible for the students to convert their majors if they see them unfit for their future career?Students are given an opportunity to convert their majors to other majors under the same faculty up until their third semester.
What are the lecturers’ qualifications at President University?
President University lecturers are holding Masters Degree and PhDs from highly accredited Universities in Scotland, France, The United States of America, Australia, Canada, Philippines, India, and others. The remaining 70% are local lectures who have completed their postgraduate and doctorate degrees abroad.