HONG KONG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
HKUST Academic Admission Scholarship for International Qualifications
partial · bachelors
- Partial to fullFunding type
- HKUSTHost institution
- UndergraduateStudy level
- Merit-basedBasis
- Automatic considerationApplication
- International qualificationsFor applicants with
At a glance
partial
Funding
€60k
Max amount
Nov 15, 2026
Deadline
Any country (non-local / international applicants)
Country
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Provider
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) offers academic admission scholarships to international students entering its full-time undergraduate programmes with international qualifications such as the IB, A-Levels, or AP/SAT. HKUST is one of Asia's top universities, and these merit-based scholarships help it attract high-achieving students worldwide. The scholarships range from partial awards toward tuition up to full scholarships covering tuition (non-local undergraduate tuition is around HK$170,000 per year) and, for the strongest entrants, additional support toward living and residence costs. The value and number of awards depend on the applicant's academic profile and the year's admissions. Most international applicants are considered for these admission scholarships automatically, based on their qualifications and overall application — there is generally no separate scholarship form. You apply for undergraduate admission through HKUST's international route by the deadline (commonly in autumn for the main round), and scholarship offers are made with or after the admission offer.
What's covered
- Tuition — Partial up to full tuition (non-local undergraduate tuition is around HK$170,000 per year).
- Living / residence (top awards) — Additional support toward living and residence costs for the strongest entrants.
- Renewal — Many awards are renewable across years subject to maintaining strong academic results.
How to apply
Apply for HKUST undergraduate admission via the international route by the deadline; admission scholarships are generally awarded through the admissions assessment.
- Choose a programme — Select an HKUST undergraduate programme and review the international admission requirements.
- Note the deadline — Apply by the main international round deadline (commonly ~mid-November).
- Submit your application — Apply for admission with your international qualifications and supporting materials.
- Automatic consideration — Be considered for admission scholarships as part of the assessment.
- Assessment activities — Strong candidates may be invited to interviews or assessment activities.
- Award — Scholarship offers are made with or after the admission offer.
Eligibility
StatusA non-local (international) applicant entering full-time undergraduate study at HKUST.
QualificationsApplying with international qualifications (IB, A-Levels, AP/SAT, or equivalent).
MeritAn excellent academic record — the scholarships are merit-based.
AdmissionCompetitive for admission to an HKUST undergraduate programme.
AssessmentStrong candidates may be invited to interviews or assessment activities.
Most applicants are considered automatically for admission scholarships through the admissions assessment; there is generally no separate scholarship form. Awards vary by year and profile.
Eligible countries
Any country (non-local / international applicants)
Deadlines
2027 undergraduate entry (main round)2026-11-15
Selection
HKUST awards admission scholarships on academic merit through its admissions assessment, with the strongest international applicants invited to interviews or assessment activities. Award value (partial to full) reflects the candidate's academic strength; numbers vary each year.
Verified sources
- HKUST Undergraduate Admissions & Scholarships (International)join.hkust.edu.hkofficial
About the provider
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), founded in 1991, is a research university ranked among the best in Asia, strong in science, engineering, and business. It offers merit-based admission scholarships to attract high-achieving international undergraduates with international qualifications.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the HKUST Academic Admission Scholarship?
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A set of merit-based scholarships from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) for international students entering undergraduate study with international qualifications, ranging from partial to full awards.
Who is eligible?
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Non-local (international) applicants entering full-time undergraduate study at HKUST with international qualifications such as the IB, A-Levels, or AP/SAT, with an excellent academic record.
What does it cover?
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Partial up to full tuition (non-local undergraduate tuition is around HK$170,000 per year), and for the strongest entrants additional support toward living and residence costs.
Do I apply separately?
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Generally no — most applicants are considered for admission scholarships automatically through the undergraduate admissions assessment; strong candidates may be invited to interviews.
When is the deadline?
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Apply by HKUST's main international round deadline, commonly around ~mid-November for entry the following September. Confirm on HKUST's admissions pages.
Are the scholarships renewable?
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Many admission scholarships are renewable across the years of the degree, subject to maintaining strong academic results. Check the terms of your award.
Which qualifications are accepted?
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International qualifications such as the IB, GCE A-Levels, AP/SAT, and many national systems, with scholarships based on excellent results.
How competitive is it?
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Competitive — HKUST is among Asia's top universities, and full awards are reserved for the most academically outstanding international entrants.
What level does it cover?
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Undergraduate (bachelor's) study. Research postgraduate students should look at HKUST's Postgraduate Studentship and the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme.
Do interviews matter?
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For strong candidates, yes — HKUST may invite applicants to interviews or assessment activities that inform admission and scholarship decisions.
Can I receive a full scholarship?
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Yes — the strongest international applicants can receive full scholarships covering tuition and, in some cases, living/residence support, though these are limited.
Which programmes are eligible?
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All HKUST undergraduate programmes — across science, engineering, business, and interdisciplinary areas — based on the admissions assessment.