About DARMASISWA Program
DARMASISWA is a one-year non-degree scholarship program offered by the Indonesian government to non-Indonesian citizens from countries with diplomatic ties to study Indonesian language, arts, music, crafts, and culture at selected higher institutions in Indonesia.
Organized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the program was launched in 1974 as an ASEAN initiative and has expanded to over 135 participating nations to build strong international cultural bonds.
Official Documents & Guidelines
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Host Institution
About UNISSULA
Established in 1962 in Central Java, Sultan Agung Islamic University (UNISSULA) is one of Indonesia's premier Islamic universities, dedicated to world-class education based on universal Islamic values.
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Campus Life
Why Choose UNISSULA?
Gain full immersion through intensive language courses (listening, speaking, reading, writing), student clubs (pencak silat, Rebana, sports), and heritage excursions across historic Semarang.
Scholarship Coverage
2 Semesters Tuition
Full tuition coverage for Indonesian language, arts, and culture study programs.
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend provided to support daily living expenses throughout stay.
Book Allowance
Financial support for purchasing necessary textbooks and learning materials.
Settlement Allowance
Initial setup allowance provided upon arrival to settle in Semarang comfortably.
Legal Permit Support
Complete administrative assistance for visa, stay permits, and legal documents.
Orientation & Transport
Pick-up service, accommodation, and guidance during initial orientation days.
What Our Students Say
"I love being here at UNISSULA to study Indonesian language. I found a lot of new things that I have never seen in my country."
Lamia Momen
Egypt 🇪🇬"Learning Indonesian language is quite difficult yet I like it. There are many cultures which are different from my country, making it very interesting to learn."
Amamee Yanya
Thailand 🇹🇭"I teach Arabic for foreigners. I want to learn Indonesian language to communicate better with Southeast Asian students. UNISSULA provides great learning experience!"
Mohamed Ali
Egypt 🇪🇬"My expectations were met! Effective teaching methods, excellent learning materials, and very helpful instructors."
Cyril Hannah E. Ursolino
Philippines 🇵🇭"Indonesia is totally different from Brazil. Joining Darmasiswa at UNISSULA was the biggest challenge and most enriching experience of my life!"
Franciele Araujo
Brazil 🇧🇷"Indonesia is one of the countries I've always wanted to visit. Lovely people everywhere. Saya cinta Indonesia!"
Ilyosjon Rajabov
Tajikistan 🇹🇯Life at UNISSULA & Cultural Excursions
Darmasiswa Progam
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Mitra
Testimoni Peserta International
"It was a very good course and we enjoyed it very much. I would like to thank the organizers of this course, especially the Sultan Agung Islamic University. I am very happy to be able to take a course related to the Indonesian language and Indonesian culture which is extraordinary, taking 16 classes to get to know about the Indonesian people and their language."
"I'm really happy I had an opportunity to take part in this program. My Indonesian improved!"
"The program was fun because we were able to meet new peers from within and outside our country of origin. We learned a lot about Indonesia as a whole."
"My expectations were met. In terms of teaching, I can say that they are effective because I have learned a lot. The materials were very helpful and detailed."
"This is a great program to learn basic Indonesian and about the country. I can't wholeheartedly recommend this for complete beginners!"
