Established in 1991, HKUST has rapidly emerged as one of Asia’s leading research-intensive universities, renowned for its forward-looking, interdisciplinary approach to education.
Merit-Based Scholarships (No separate application required)
- Based on academic excellence, non-academic achievements, and other criteria
- All applicants automatically considered upon admission
- Notification typically sent with admission offer
1. University Admissions Scholarship for IB Diploma
- Award levels based on IB scores (40-45) and overall profile
- Includes full tuition and living allowance renewable for normative duration of study
2. University Admissions Scholarship for GCE A-Level/International A-Level
- Award levels based on A-Level results (5 or 4 AL Subjects with A* ) and overall profile
- Includes full or partial tuition
3. University Admissions Scholarship for SAT/Advanced Placement (AP)
- Award levels based on SAT scores (1530 or more), AP results (With 5 in multiple subjects), or ACT of 34 and above
- Includes full or partial tuition
4. University Admissions Scholarship for Other Qualifications Holders
- Award levels based on academic results and overall holistic profile
- Includes full tuition plus living allowance per year (Up to HKD 60,000)
5. Global Learners Scholarship
- All undergraduate program applicants from underrepresented nationalities are automatically considered
- Award levels based on academic profile and global exposure
- Includes a full tuition waiver
6. Scholarship Scheme for International/Asian Olympiad Medalists
- Honors outstanding medalists from recognised International and Asia olympiads (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- University selects qualified students based on nominations
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Application-Based Scholarships (Requires separate applications)
- Separate applications are required for non-academic scholarships. The application deadlines are Early Round: November 20, 2025 and Main Round: January 8, 2026
- Recognise the various talents our students bring to the university community
- Future Leaders Award
- For exceptional non-local students with financial need and academic excellence
- Apply by November 30, 2025 along with Statement of Circumstance, Declaration on Family Finances and Reference Letter
- Depending on financial need, students receive either HKD 50,000 or full tuition plus living allowance
- Beyond Academic Admissions Scholarship (BAAS)
- Recognizes diverse talents beyond academics
- Each applicant can fill in up to 3 achievement entries for each area of talent.
- Includes scholarships up to HKD 50,000 (one-off payment)
Visit the HKUST admissions portal and submit your application for admission today. Submit your application by 8 Jan 2026 for Main Round consideration!
