University of Hong Kong HKU International Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities administered by the Academic Advising and Scholarships Office at the University of Hong Kong for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Includes internal university options and external schemes such as the C.Y. Tung Scholarship and Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships.
Quick Facts
Status
Opening SoonFunding
Full / PartialDeadline
Varies by specific scholarship scheme, such as September 4, 2026 for Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships, or rolling basis for C.Y. Tung Scholarship
Country
Hong KongAll Hong Kong guidesEvery Hong Kong scholarship in one place→About the University of Hong Kong HKU International Scholarships
The Academic Advising and Scholarships Office at the University of Hong Kong manages scholarship information, application processing, and student support services. The office assists students in navigating funding opportunities throughout their university education.
Scholarship opportunities at HKU span multiple categories, including university-wide awards, faculty-specific grants, and external scholarship schemes. Individual faculties and departments also provide dedicated financial support, requiring students to contact respective offices for specific details.
External scholarship schemes listed through the platform include programs such as the C.Y. Tung Scholarship and Scholarships for Semester at Sea, which accept applications on a rolling basis. Other external awards, like the Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships for Overseas Studies, feature fixed application deadlines.
Students can access application portals, guidelines, and upcoming deadlines directly through the scholarship platform. The office provides contact channels via email at scholarships@hku.hk and telephone at (852) 3917 0128 for direct inquiries.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Comprehensive centralized portal for both internal HKU awards and external funding schemes
Support and guidance available through the Academic Advising and Scholarships Office
Opportunities for international exposure through overseas study schemes
Dedicated financial resources across multiple academic faculties and departments
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Hong Kong
Scholarships are tenable at the University of Hong Kong, with certain external fellowships supporting overseas studies.
Eligibility Requirements
3 requirements
Documents Checklist
2 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Visit the HKU scholarship portal to review available internal and external scholarship opportunities
Check specific eligibility criteria and application deadlines for the chosen scholarship
Complete the online application via the specified application method or submit directly to scheme organizers
Contact faculty or departmental offices for faculty-specific scholarship inquiries
Application Timeline
September 4, 2026
Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships Application Deadline
Online application
Rolling basis
C.Y. Tung Scholarship Application
Online application
Rolling basis
Scholarships for Semester at Sea Application
Online application
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Visit the scholarship section frequently as application deadlines and listings update regularly
Contact individual faculties and departments directly for faculty-specific awards
Verify application submission requirements, as external schemes often require direct submission to scheme organizers
Reach out to the scholarship office via email at scholarships@hku.hk for specific inquiries
Utilize the provided WhatsApp support or book an appointment with an adviser for guidance
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions - click any to expand
You can check the Upcoming Scholarship Application Deadlines section on the official HKU scholarships website for current listings and updates.
Individual faculties and departments provide their own scholarships, and students should contact the respective faculty offices directly for information.
Unless otherwise stated on the application forms, applications for external schemes should be sent directly to the respective scheme organizers.
You can contact the scholarship team via email at scholarships@hku.hk or call (852) 3917 0128.
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