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Universitas Internasional Batam
UIB • Jl. Gajah Mada, Baloi - Sei Ladi, Sekupang, Batam 29426
Excellent (Unggul)#1 Private University in Riau Islands, #165 Nationally (uniRank 2022)
About UIB
Universitas Internasional Batam (UIB), founded on 23 August 2000, is the first private university in Riau Islands Province to receive Excellent (Unggul) accreditation from BAN-PT on 1 October 2025. Established by the Indonesian Chinese Community Foundation (YMTI), UIB now runs 6 faculties and 12 study programs with 32 international partnerships across Southeast and East Asia, serving approximately 3,500 active students at its Jl. Gajah Mada campus in Sekupang, Batam.
Unique Highlights
First private university in Riau Islands to achieve BAN-PT Excellent accreditation (1 October 2025)
32 international partnerships with Southeast and East Asian universities for student exchange
IDR 10 billion annual scholarship budget including 100% Cemerlang and Insan Mandiri awards
ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 21001:2018 certified as international education quality standard
Basic Information
Accreditation
Excellent (Unggul) (2025)
Ranking
#1 Private University in Riau Islands, #165 Nationally (uniRank 2022)
Location
Jl. Gajah Mada, Baloi - Sei Ladi, Sekupang, Batam 29426
Founded
2000
Total Faculties
6
Total Programs
12
Total Students
3,500
Total Lecturers
180
Website
www.uib.ac.idAdmission Website
pendaftaran.uib.ac.idBrief History
Universitas Internasional Batam was born on 23 August 2000 through Ministry of National Education Decree No. 160/D/O/2000, an initiative of the Indonesian Chinese Community Foundation (YMTI) of Batam City to deliver quality higher education to the Batam Island community. Early campus was at Engku Putri, Batam Center, before permanently relocating to Jl. Gajah Mada, Sei Ladi in 2003. Prof. Handoko Kartjantoro led UIB for 17 years (2002-2019), establishing foundations and building 32 international partnerships across Southeast and East Asia. The baton passed to Dr. Iskandar Itan, S.E., M.M. for the 2019-2024 period, focusing on international accreditation and ISO 9001:2015 plus ISO 21001:2018 certifications. The peak came on 1 October 2025 when UIB officially became the first private university in Riau Islands Province to receive Excellent accreditation from BAN-PT.
Faculties & Programs
Faculty of Economics
- Management (Bachelor)Excellent
- Accounting (Bachelor)Very Good
- Master of ManagementExcellent
Faculty of Law
- Law (Bachelor)Excellent
- Master of LawExcellent
Faculty of Engineering and Computing
- Civil Engineering (Bachelor)Excellent
- Architecture (Bachelor)Very Good
- Information Systems (Bachelor)Very Good
- Informatics Engineering (Bachelor)Very Good
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fee Table (Semester)
| Group | UKT Amount | Criteria & Subsidy |
|---|---|---|
| Wave 1 (December) | IDR 5,000,000 | Earliest applicants, lowest building/tuition fee |
| Wave 2 (February) | IDR 6,500,000 | Mid-term applicants, medium rate |
| Wave 3 (April) | IDR 8,000,000 | Applicants approaching academic year |
| Wave 4 (June) | IDR 10,500,000 | Final applicants, highest rate |
| Achievement Scholarship 1 | IDR 0 (100% waiver) | USM score rank 1-10 nationally at UIB |
| Achievement Scholarship 2 | IDR 1,250,000 (75% waiver) | USM score rank 11-50 |
| Achievement Scholarship 3 | IDR 2,500,000 (50% waiver) | USM score rank 51-150 |
| Achievement Scholarship 4 | IDR 3,750,000 (25% waiver) | USM score rank 151-300 |
Building fee (SPP) is paid once upfront. Per-semester fees are credit-based, plus IDR 2,500,000 PPL for certain programs. USM score determines the fee tier.
Living Cost Estimates - Batam
Rent/Housing
Rp 1.200.000 - Rp 2.500.000
per month
Dormitory in Sekupang/Nagoya or near Mall Top 100
Food
Rp 1.200.000 - Rp 2.000.000
per month
Warteg to Chinese restaurants in Nagoya
Transport
Rp 300.000 - Rp 800.000
per month
Private motorcycle, TransBatam, or online ride-hailing
Total Monthly Estimate
Rp 2.700.000 - Rp 5.300.000
per month
Living Cost Comparison
Batam costs more than other Sumatran cities due to Free Trade Zone status; imported goods are cheaper but daily essentials match Jakarta levels.
Admission Paths
Understand each admission path and the best strategies to improve your chances
Admission Quota Overview
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Total Quota
1,000
🎓
IUP Quota
100
📚
SNBP
20%
✏️
SNBT
60%
🎯
Independent
20%
SNBT 2024 Statistics
Applicants
3,500
Accepted
832
Average Score
0
Acceptance rate: 23.8%
About Path
No entrance exam for students with strong academic records or competition wins. Document verification and interview.
Quota:Limited per program; earlier applicants prioritized
Requirements
- ✓12th grade senior high / vocational students with consistent grades across 5 semesters (top 1-10 parallel ranking)
- ✓Or city-level competition winners (Science, Language, Sports, Arts)
- ✓Principal recommendation letter
- ✓Interview with UIB faculty (5-10 minutes)
Timeline
Wave 1: December - January | Wave 2: February - March
Success Tips
1
Register in earliest wave (December) because building fee starts at IDR 5 million versus IDR 10.5 million in last wave for identical program and USM score
2
Prepare achievement portfolio specific to target major, not just a generic certificate list
3
Connect career aspirations to UIB strengths during interview (e.g., ACCA pathway for prospective accountants)
Admission Tips
1
Register in the first December wave to pay only IDR 5 million building fee; waiting until June's wave 4 jumps the fee to IDR 10.5 million for the same program and USM score
2
Prepare English to at least TOEFL ITP 450 level because many UIB courses use English and international partners rely on English as medium of instruction
3
Target the Cemerlang Scholarship by securing an 85+ high school grade average and practicing USM aptitude tests, since rank 1-10 is required for 100% tuition waiver
About Campus
The UIB Sekupang campus feels international: bilingual signage, strong collaborations with Singapore and Malaysia universities since Batam is only 20 km from Singapore. Students from Malay, Chinese-Indonesian, and Javanese backgrounds mix in academic and club activities.
Transportation
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Internal Transport
No campus shuttle; UIB's compact layout makes walking between buildings easy
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External Access
TransBatam (routes from Sekupang to Nagoya/Batam Center) and Grab/Maxim ride-hailing available 24/7
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Bike Sharing
Not available; most students use personal motorcycles since Batam's districts are spread out
Campus Facilities
12-story main building on Jl. Gajah Mada Sekupang as the learning center
e-Library integrated with international journal access (EBSCO, ProQuest)
Modern Computer Labs for Information Systems and Informatics Engineering programs
New Medical Laboratories for the Medicine program (operational 2025)
UIB Concert Hall for student art club performances and international events
Central cafeteria with multicultural menus: Malay, Chinese, Javanese, Western
Student Organizations & Clubs
BEM UIB (University-level Student Executive Body)
UIB MIS (Management Information System Student Association) - club for IS majors
UIB Model United Nations (MUN) - international-level UN simulation
UIB Choir Student Club - frequent performer in Batam city events
UIB Tourism Students Club - provincial entrepreneurship champions 2022-2024
UIB Accounting Student Association with ACCA certification programs
Available Scholarships
Scholarship Name
Cemerlang Scholarship
Coverage
100% SPP, base BPP, credits, and practicum fees
Provider
-
Scholarship Name
Insan Mandiri Scholarship
Coverage
100% for low-income families (SKTM/KIP)
Provider
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Scholarship Name
Achievement Scholarship 1-4
Coverage
25-75% SPP waiver based on USM score
Provider
-
Scholarship Name
KIP Kuliah Scholarship
Coverage
Tuition + living allowance from Ministry of Education
Provider
-
Student Life
Student life at UIB is flavored by unique activities: exchanges with 32 partner campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, and China; compared to Java-based national universities, the proximity to neighboring countries enables 1-2 week short courses without long leave. Lunar New Year is celebrated prominently as an identity rooted in YMTI founding, alongside Malay and other religious festivities.
Vibrant and colorful campus life
Academic and extracurricular achievements
Outstanding Alumni Achievements
Notable Alumni
Here are prominent UIB alumni who have achieved important positions and made significant contributions to the nation and society.
MU
Management UIB Alumni
Fill supervisor and manager positions at companies in Batamindo Industrial Estate, Panbil, and Kabil Industrial Estate thanks to the bilingual curriculum
Faculty
Faculty of Economics
Graduated
2010-2020
AU
Accounting UIB Alumni
Pursue ACCA certification directly after graduation since UIB has been an official ACCA partner since the 2023-2026 agreement
Faculty
Faculty of Economics
Graduated
2015-2024
LU
Law UIB Alumni
Practice at law firms in Batam's Free Trade Zone and become notaries after continuing to the Master of Law program (Excellent accreditation)
Faculty
Faculty of Law
Graduated
2012-2022
TU
Tourism UIB Alumni
Won provincial and international entrepreneurship awards during 2022-2024 under FISH mentorship
Faculty
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
Graduated
2020-2024
4
Notable Alumni
2
Presidents
NaN
Years
3
Faculties
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UIB a public or private university, and what is its reputation in Riau Islands?
UIB is a Private University (PTS) established by the Indonesian Chinese Community Foundation in 2000. Since 1 October 2025, UIB has become the first private university in Riau Islands Province to receive BAN-PT Excellent accreditation, making it the most prestigious campus in Batam and across Riau Islands.
What is the total 4-year tuition cost at UIB for Management or Accounting programs?
Estimated 8-semester total for Management/Accounting ranges from IDR 75-120 million depending on admission wave and USM score. The breakdown: one-time IDR 5-10.5 million building fee, per-semester base BPP, credit-based course fees, and IDR 2.5 million PPL for certain programs.
How can I apply to UIB from outside Batam without visiting campus?
UIB offers a full online admission path at pendaftaran.uib.ac.id for applicants outside Batam. The entire process from registration, USM fee payment, 90-120 minute Computer-Based Test, to 5-10 minute faculty interview is done remotely via online platforms and Google Meet.
What does the 100% Cemerlang Scholarship require at UIB and is the USM test mandatory?
Cemerlang Scholarship requires a minimum 85 high school grade average AND a USM score ranked 1-10 nationally at UIB. Candidates must still take the USM even through the scholarship path. Coverage: 100% SPP, base BPP, credit fees, and practicum fees through undergrad graduation.
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