Hong KongHKUST Future Leaders Award Scholarship 2027 provides fully funded scholarships and supports outstanding non-local students with demonstrated financial need and academic excellence; the HKUST Award helps qualified applicants access higher-quality undergraduate education and campus opportunities.
The award is offered by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), which embraces diversity and inclusion and aims to recognise students who show resilience, leadership potential, and the ability to contribute positively to the HKUST community.
HKUST Future Leaders Award Benefits
- Support based on students’ level of financial need, which could be up to full tuition plus a living allowance, renewable for applicants with exceptional financial need.
- Students can receive other top-up scholarship offers, provided that the maximum limit of “Full Tuition Fee + HK$65,000 allowance” p.a. is not exceeded.
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HKUST Future Leaders Award Eligibility Criteria
- Non-local applicants who have demonstrated resilience in overcoming various challenges in their journey to university and who have the potential to make a positive contribution to the HKUST community.
- For the higher-level Award, applicants will need to demonstrate and provide proof of exceptional financial need.
- Meet HKUST’s admissions requirements and are recommended for admissions in the Priority Round.
- Applicants should be admitted to HKUST directly from high school; post-secondary applicants are not eligible.
How to Apply for HKUST Future Leaders Award
- Submit application for admissions by the early round deadline and the application for the Future Leaders Award by December 2, 2026.
- Statement of Circumstance (to describe the family’s financial situation, explain the interest in joining and contributing to the HKUST community, and elaborate on the positive impact of receiving this scholarship).
- Declaration on Family Finances.
- Reference Letter / Recommendation Letter.
- Applicants will receive the results of the Award by late December to early January 2027 and can consider the offer and confirm acceptance of their admission offer by early January 2027.
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Applications close on Wednesday, 2 December 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the HKUST Future Leaders Award?
The HKUST Future Leaders Award is a scholarship for outstanding non-local undergraduate applicants who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, resilience, and the potential to contribute positively to the HKUST community.
Who is eligible to apply for the HKUST Future Leaders Award?
Non-local applicants applying to HKUST directly from high school may be eligible. Applicants must meet the university’s admission requirements and be recommended for admission in the Priority Round.
Can international students apply for the HKUST Future Leaders Award scholarship?
Yes. International students who qualify as non-local applicants and meet the scholarship’s eligibility requirements can apply.
What benefits does the HKUST Future Leaders Award provide?
The HKUST Future Leaders Award may provide financial support of up to full tuition fees plus a living allowance. The amount depends on the applicant’s financial circumstances, and the higher-level award is renewable for eligible students with exceptional financial need.
Is the HKUST Future Leaders Award fully funded?
The higher-level can cover full tuition fees and provide a living allowance for applicants with exceptional financial need. However, the exact amount of support depends on the individual award offer.
What is the application deadline for the HKUST Future Leaders Award 2027/28?
The application deadline for the 2027/28 entry is December 2, 2026. Applicants must also submit their HKUST admission application by the Priority Round deadline of November 25, 2026.
What documents are required to apply for the HKUST Future Leaders Award?
Applicants must submit a Statement of Circumstance explaining their family’s financial situation and interest in joining HKUST, a Declaration on Family Finances, and a Reference Letter or Recommendation Letter.
Do applicants need to demonstrate financial need?
Yes. Applicants seeking the higher-level award must demonstrate and provide evidence of exceptional financial need. Their circumstances are considered when determining the level of financial support.
Can students who have already started university apply for the HKUST Future Leaders Award Scholarship?
No. The award is intended for applicants entering HKUST directly from high school. Applicants with post-secondary qualifications are not eligible.
When will the HKUST Future Leaders Award results be announced?
For the 2027/28 entry, results are expected from late December 2026 to early January 2027. Applicants should check their official communications from HKUST for the final decision and offer-acceptance instructions.
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