HKUST International Scholarships (Hong Kong)
Comprehensive graduate funding options at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, including the Postgraduate Studentship, Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, RedBird PhD Award, and Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program.
Quick Facts
Status
Opening SoonFunding
Fully FundedDeadline
1 Dec 2026 for Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, 24 Jan 2027 for Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program
Country
Hong KongAbout the HKUST International Scholarships
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Fok Ying Tung Graduate School provides an extensive range of financial aids, scholarships, and fellowship schemes to support postgraduate students from around the globe.
Major funding opportunities include the Postgraduate Studentship offering up to two years for full-time MPhil students and four years for full-time PhD students at HK$229,620 per year.
Additional prestigious schemes comprise the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme with a package up to HK$1.7 million for four years, the HKUST RedBird PhD Award providing HK$40,000 plus a first-year tuition waiver for new international PhD students, and the Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program for students from East, Southeast, and South Asia.
The university also lists the Hong Kong Future Talents Scholarship Scheme for Advanced Studies, which provides a tuition waiver up to HK$100,000 for meritorious local students in selected taught master programs.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Study at a globally recognized institution ranked #33 among the world's top universities
Join a large and diverse international community with roughly 80 percent non-local students from about 65 countries and regions
Benefit from substantial financial packages covering tuition, living stipends, and accommodation
Access robust research infrastructure and distinguished faculty holding PhD degrees
Participate in enrichment activities and networking events hosted by the graduate school
What the Scholarship Covers
Eligibility Requirements
5 requirements
Documents Checklist
5 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Browse the wide selection of postgraduate programs on the HKUST admissions website
Submit an online application for admission to HKUST for the desired term
Indicate interest or submit separate applications for specific fellowships such as HKPFS or AFLSP through the online system
Await admission and scholarship offer results from the university
Application Timeline
Open for 2027/28 Fall Term and 2026/27 Spring Term admissions
Application Opening
Verify exact opening dates on individual program pages
1 Dec 2026
HKPFS Application Deadline
For Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme
24 Jan 2027
AFLSP Application Deadline
For Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Check individual program pages for specific application deadlines, as deadlines vary by department and track
Submit your application early if applying for competitive external schemes like the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme
Ensure all required academic and English proficiency documents are ready before starting the online application
Review specific eligibility criteria for regional awards such as the Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program before applying
Contact the specific academic department at HKUST if you have questions regarding the Postgraduate Studentship allocation
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions - click any to expand
Research postgraduate students can receive the Postgraduate Studentship which provides HK$229,620 per year for up to two years for MPhil students and four years for PhD students.
The scholarship covers tuition, lodging, and daily subsistence costs throughout the normative study period for eligible master's students from East, Southeast, and South Asia.
It provides a scholarship package of up to HK$1.7 million for four years for top PhD students worldwide.
Yes, the HKUST RedBird PhD Award provides new international PhD students with HK$40,000 and a first-year tuition waiver.
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