Scholarship Opportunities - Eminent Scholarships

With generous donations from enthusiastic donors, the University offers various types of scholarships and prizes to recognize students' academic and non-academic achievements.  More than 3,900 awards are given to CityU students annually, totalling in excess of HK$170 million a year.  The majority of these scholarships are in recognition of academic achievement, such as the prestigious Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships, while CityU also recognises non-academic achievement in areas including leadership and community service, for example, Community Service Awards. Those eminent scholarships will invite students’ applications through CityU Announcement Portal (CAP). Generally, the value of each award ranges from HK$5,000 to HK$100,000.  Please watch out.

 

Eminent Scholarships in Semester A

1. Community Service Awards

Amount Ranges from HK$8,000 to HK$30,000 each.

Eligibility

Full-time UGC-funded undergraduate students or associate degree students who have achieved a demonstrable record in the provision of service to fellow students, the University or the local community.

Application

Eligible students should submit their applications via the Online Scholarship Management System in October/November 2023.

Shortlisted candidates are required to attend a selection interview in person in November/December 2023.

2. HSBC Overseas Scholarship Scheme

(Details to be confirmed by HSBC)

Amount Up to HK$300,000 to support non final-year full-time local undergraduate students to study at a renowned overseas university for either one semester or one academic year in 2024/25.
Eligibility Local full-time UGC-funded undergraduate students to study at a listed overseas University for either one semester or one academic year in 2024/25.
Application

Nomination/Application will be invited in November/December 2023. An information session will be held in October/November 2023.

Shortlisted candidates are required to attend selection interview(s) in-person (on-site) by the end of 2023 and/or early 2024.    

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3. Innovation and Technology Scholarship

(Details to be confirmed by Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups)

Amount

Up to HK$150,000 each to support non-final year local undergraduates studying any discipline with InnoTech passion for Overseas/Mainland Attachment Programmes, Ideations and Achievement Showcase.

Eligibility

Local full-time UGC-funded non-final-year students studying science-related undergraduate degree programmes, including (i) Sciences; (ii) Engineering and Technology; and (iii) Medicine and Health professions who have passion in innovation and technology, and intention of pursuing this as a career.

For detailed eligibility criteria, please visit: https://innotechscholarship.hkfyg.org.hk/en/application-2/eligibility-criteria/

Application

Nomination/Application will be invited in November/December 2023. An information session will be held in October/November 2023.

Shortlisted candidates are required to attend selection interview(s) in person in March/April 2024.

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4. Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fund

Amount

HK$40,000 (Scholarship-for undergraduate students HK$50,000 (Fellowship-for postgraduate research students)

Eligibility

Full-time UGC-funded students who:

  1. have the right of abode or the right to land in Hong Kong or are permitted to stay in Hong Kong without restriction;
  2. have resided in Hong Kong for at least three years as at 1/9/2023;
  3. are nominated by the heads of institutions; and
  4. are not engaged in full-time employment.
Application Application will be invited in September 2023.

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Eminent Scholarships in Semester B

1. The D. H. Chen Foundation Scholarship

Amount Comprehensive Financial Award to support learning and growth:
  1. Tuition Fee Waiver covering the normative study period on UGC-funded basis;
  2. Overseas Learning Allowance of maximum HK$80,000 for up to two trips; and
  3. Living Allowance of HK$38,000 subject to proven financial or special education needs
  4. Others: Social Good Initiative, Scholars Network, Mentorship, Internship opportunities, President Roundtable, etc.
Eligibility

Full-time Year 1 students studying UGC-funded undergraduate programmes who should:

  1. Permanent resident of Hong Kong;
  2. A Year GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.3 with all letter grades of courses taken available;
  3. Demonstration of leadership abilities and commitment to make positive social change.
If awarded, student(s) are required to meet Renewal Requirement annually for continuous entitlement in the Scholarship.

Application

Nomination/Application will be invited in April/ May 2024. An Information Session will be held in March 2024.

Shortlisted candidates are required to attend selection interview(s) in person in July and August 2024.


2. The Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships - Undergraduate Scholarship

Amount

Up to HK$197,400 each (full-time local year-one undergraduate students who are enrolled in a UGC-funded degree programme, pursuing their first undergraduate degree), covering tuition fee, academic and living expenses, and overseas learning subsidies in 2023/24 academic year

Eligibility

Full-time Year 1 students studying for their first UGC-funded undergraduate degree (in 4-year curriculum or 6-year curriculum for Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine programme) who should:

  1. be a permanent resident of HKSAR
  2. have a high standard of academic performance;
    *Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence in DSE or another recognised entry qualification. If selected, the scholarship will be offered on the condition that the student has attained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at the end of the first term;
  3. have proficiency in written and spoken Chinese (including Putonghua) and English; and
  4. have possessed good intellectual and personal qualities, leadership qualities as demonstrated in their involvement in extra-curricular activities or community commitments, and genuine support for and active participation in community services.
Application Application will be from October to December 2023.

Shortlisted students
will be invited to attend in-person (on-site) selection interviews in February 2024.

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3. Fang Brothers Whole Person Development Scholarships

Amount HK$100,000 each (maximum 2 awards).
Eligibility

Full-time non-first-year undergraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding performance in Whole Person Development and contributions to society.

Application

Nomination/Application will be invited in late October/November 2023.

Shortlisted candidates are required to attend selection interview(s) in January/February 2024.

Success Story

Golden Key Club

Golden Key Club, a club for scholarship recipients of CityU, has been established in April 2015 to provide a platform for CityU scholarship recipients to get connected to each other and share success stories. Club members will be provided a range of professional development opportunities, such as leadership, social networking skills and wider exposure in University events or community activities in order to strengthen their competitiveness and employability.  Currently the Club has more than 2000 members.  You are encouraged to visit the social media platforms of Golden Key Club for updates.

Enquiry

Email: sdsfinance@cityu.edu.hk

The University reserves the right to review, modify, revoke, or add to relevant scholarship regulations when necessary.