More than half, or 61.5 percent, of the 333 new students at the UGM Faculty of Animal Science (Animal Science UGM) have received Single Tuition Fee (UKT) Subsidies.
“More than 60 percent of new students receive UKT subsidies,” said the Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Dr. R. Ahmad Romadhoni Surya Putra, in a statement to reporters on Wednesday (Aug. 14).
According to Dr. Putra, providing UKT subsidies for new students reflects Animal Science UGM’s commitment to ensuring the continuity of education for the nation’s youth.
“Everyone still has the opportunity to study at Animal Science UGM, even if there are financial challenges,” he added.
Dr. Putra detailed that 205 new students received subsidized UKT. This includes 74 students receiving a 25 percent UKT subsidy, 77 students with a 50 percent subsidy, 49 with a 75 percent subsidy, and five with a 100 percent subsidy.
Animal Science UGM Dean, Professor Budi Guntoro, emphasized the importance of being active in organizations to the new students. He noted that participating in organizations helps students develop important soft skills, such as courage, perseverance, communication, and adaptability.
“During their studies, students will also receive numerous scholarship offers in collaboration with industries and alumni,” the dean said.
Reporter: Animal Science UGM/Satria
Editor: Gusti Grehenson
Photographer: Margiyono