The UGM Entrance Examination (Ujian Mandiri/UM) 2025 was conducted using a Computer-Based Test (CBT) from 1–6 July 2025, consisting of two sessions. Session 1 ran from 07:00–11:45 WIB, and Session 2 from 12:30–17:15 WIB. The test included: General Basic Ability Test (TKDU), Potential TKDU, and four elective subjects. On the first day of UM UGM at FKG UGM, the examination of participants’ identities and documents proceeded in an orderly and smooth manner.
Efra prepared for UM UGM for one month by studying past exam questions and combining them with question analysis through YouTube, which became Elysa’s preparation to sit for the UM UGM. The chosen major was Archival Studies at UGM. A graduate of SMAN 1 Ngaglik, she views her choice of UGM as a long-held dream.
drg. Retno Iswati, Sp.Ort from Surakarta enthusiastically accompanied her daughter to take the UM UGM test, with the chosen study program being Dentistry at UGM. “My daughter’s choice to study at FKG UGM is not only her dream but also a source of pride if she passes the UM UGM test, as she would share the same alma mater as her mother,” she said.
Mrs. Lia from South Tangerang accompanied her eldest daughter to the UM UGM test, with her chosen program being Communication Studies at FISIPOL UGM. Yogyakarta became her daughter’s choice because, during childhood vacations in Jogja, she always visited the UGM Campus and eventually fell in love with the “Blue Campus.” Various preparations were made, including practice questions, tutoring, prayers, and continuous family support to pursue her dream.
Author: Andri Wicaksono | Photo: Shinta
