Scholarships Study in Hong Kong

Scholarships are a great way to get a scholarship to study in Hong Kong. Scholarships usually come with tuition fees and living expenses, so they make a great option for people who want to study in Hong Kong without worrying about money. Scholarships are also a great way to find a place to live while you’re in Hong Kong. There are many scholarships that are only open to people who are studying in Hong Kong, so it’s important to check the requirements of the scholarship you’re interested in before applying.

1. HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund

HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students who meet the requirements and have an outstanding academic record. The scholarship program offers financial assistance to students who are eager to pursue higher education in Hong Kong.

Links to Participating Institutions

For further information on this scholarship as well as other scholarships provided by the various institutions, please refer to the links below –

• City University of Hong Kong
• Hong Kong Baptist University
• Lingnan University
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong
• The Education University of Hong Kong
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
• The University of Hong Kong
• The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
• The Vocational Training Council

More information on studying in Hong Kong and Government scholarship awards for tertiary students in Hong Kong can be found at http://www.studyinhongkong.edu.hk.

2. Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS)

The Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) offers a unique opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in any field of study in Hong Kong. Eligible applicants are who are citizens or permanent residents of Hong Kong and have a Master’s degree or higher from a recognized university. Candidates must have an excellent academic record and be able to demonstrate financial need. The HKPFS provides a stipend of HKD$50,000 per year for the duration of the doctoral program, which is renewable for two additional terms. You can find more information about the scheme and how to apply on the HKPFS website.

Eligibility

Candidates who are seeking admission as new full-time Ph.D. students in the following eight universities, irrespective of their country of origin, prior work experience, and ethnic background, should be eligible to apply.

• City University of Hong Kong
• Hong Kong Baptist University
• Lingnan University
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong
• The Education University of Hong Kong
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
• The University of Hong Kong

Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability/potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.

3. City University of Hong Kong

City University of Hong Kong ( CUHK ) is a public university in Hong Kong. Established in 1890, City University is the oldest and largest university in Hong Kong. CUHK offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in more than 100 fields of study. In addition to its main campuses in Wan Chai and Kowloon Tong, CUHK has a satellite campus in Shenzhen.

Entrance Scholarship Scheme

CityU has an Entrance Scholarship Scheme for international students with excellent academic performance who are admitted to full-time government-funded bachelor’s degree programs.

The Scheme offers three kinds of scholarships

• Top Scholarships of HK$180,000 (approximately US$23,000), covering annual tuition fees, on-campus accommodation, and living expenses
• Full Tuition Scholarships, covering annual tuition fees (approximately US$18,000)
• Half Tuition Scholarships, covering half of the annual tuition fees (approximately US$9,000).

Applicants do not have to apply for these scholarships. The appropriate level of scholarship is awarded based on merit. Beginning from the 2022-23 academic year, students who receive the scholarship are required to attain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.4 or above each year throughout their period of study in order to renew the scholarship.

HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund

The Fund supports outstanding non-local students to pursue undergraduate studies in Hong Kong, with targeted scholarships made available to first-year full-time students from countries/regions along the Belt and Road, such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Myanmar. Learn more.

Outstanding Athletes Entrance Scholarship for Non-Local Students

CityU’s Student Development Services (SDS) is proud to offer the Student-Athletes Admission Scheme (SAAS) to non-local student-athletes. The aim of the scheme is to provide opportunities for outstanding student-athletes to study at CityU. Since the introduction of the scheme in 1997, more than 1,000 students with high sports performance standards have been admitted to the university’s degree programs.

Through the provisions of scholarships, we hope to attract high-performing international athletes to CityU and further enhance the performance of our sports teams.

Scholarship categories

• Outstanding Athletes Entrance Scholarship for International / Continental Level (HK$160,000 per annum)
• Outstanding Athletes Entrance Scholarship for Regional Level (HK$20,000 per annum)

For more details:

• Application, instructions, and contacts
• Nomination form download

Other Scholarships/Awards

Thanks to generous donations from many donors, CityU offers more than 120 scholarships, prizes, and other academic awards at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels to students who have demonstrated academic excellence.

Full list of scholarships and prizes

4. Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong Baptist University Scholarship is open for students worldwide who are enrolled in a full-time undergraduate course in any subject offered by the university, and who have excellent academic records. The scholarship offers a higher education fee waiver and a monthly allowance of $1,000. The objective of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to outstanding students whose potential contribution to Hong Kong Baptist University would be invaluable. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

• Admission Scholarships
• Exchange Scholarships / Awards
• Scholarships for Undergraduate Students
• Scholarships for Postgraduate Students
• Scholarships for Students with Special Education Needs (SEN)
• Scholarships for Ethnic Minority Students
• Scholarships for CIE / SCE / UIC Students
• Scholarships & Awards for Outstanding Leaders or Other Achievements
• Scholarships for Further Studies
• Obligations of Recipients

5.University of Hong Kong (HKU)

Located in Hong Kong, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is an internationally recognized institution of higher education. With more than 25 years of history, HKU boasts excellent facilities and world-class faculty. It offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various disciplines. With a strong emphasis on research, HKU has consistently produced talented graduates who go on to play significant roles in the fields of business, law, engineering, architecture, health sciences, and social sciences.

At HKU, we have different types of scholarships to support you in achieving your goals.  This section provides a general overview of each scholarship category and highlights schemes to help you plan your next application.

For overseas/exchange activities

For postgraduate studies at HKU

For overseas/exchange activities

The following schemes are examples of available “enrichment scholarships” which support current undergraduate/postgraduate students in their participation in overseas activities, such as exchange, visiting studies, field trips, internships, service trips, conferences, etc.:

• Chiang Chen Overseas Exchange Scholarship
• Evergreen Scholarships for Student Enrichment
• Friends of HKU Scholarships
• HKU Worldwide Undergraduate Student Exchange Scholarship
• HSBC Overseas Scholarship Scheme
• Innovation and Technology Scholarship
• Lawrence Lui Pinky Poon Scholarship
• Philip K H Wong Foundation Scholarships for Student Enrichment
• Reaching Out Award under HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund
• Rosita King Ho Scholarship Fund
• Swire Study Abroad Scholarship
• UBC Alumni (HK) Exchange Scholarship

For postgraduate studies overseas

If you are planning to pursue postgraduate studies overseas, the following scholarships may be of interest to you:

1. Chevening Scholarships
2. China Oxford Scholarship Fund
3. Croucher Fellowships for Postdoctoral Research
4. Croucher Cambridge International Scholarships *
   
5. Croucher Scholarships for Doctoral Study
6. Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships for Overseas Studies
7. HKU-Cambridge Hughes Hall Scholarships
8. The Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships – Graduate Scholarship at Harvard University
9. The Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships – Graduate Scholarship at the University of Oxford
10. Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence Scheme
11. Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
12. Kwok Scholarships
13. McCall MacBain Scholarships
14. Rhodes Scholarship
15. Scholarships offered by Cambridge Commonwealth, European & International Trust (CCEIT)
16. Schwarzman Scholars
17. Sir Robert Black Trust Fund Postgraduate Scholarship
18. The Women’s Foundation Hong Kong – Cambridge Scholarship Scheme 
19. University of Bristol Post-Graduate Scholarship

* Open to current students only. Click here for scholarships that are currently open for applications.

For students with Special Educational Needs

7. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) offers scholarships to international students who are interested in pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in various fields of study. With the exception of the MD/MS degree in Oncology, all other undergraduates and postgraduate programs at HKUST are offered in English. Applicants must take the Hong Kong University admission test (HKUAT), which assesses academic achievement and English language proficiency.