Hong Kong · Hong Kong
About this opportunity
All full-time PhD applicants to HKU are considered automatically; the strongest candidates may be interviewed. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) at the same time.
Some HKU supervisors set an earlier internal deadline for HKPFS/HKU-PS nominations (31 October 2026 in one LinkedIn call by Dr Jing Yu, HKU), so contact your prospective supervisor now.
Who can apply
Outstanding full-time PhD applicants to HKU (all nationalities).
- Eligible nationalities
- All nationalities
- Study level
- PhD
What the funding covers
HK$28,700 / month
HK$28,700/month stipend, HK$40,000 cash award (year 1) then HK$20,000/year, HK$14,400/year travel, HK$49,500/year fee waiver, guaranteed hall place in year 1.
- Tuition Covered
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Partly covered / varies
- Accommodation Partly covered / varies
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- Valid passport
- Transcripts and degree or school-leaving certificates (with certified English translations if needed)
- CV
- Statement of purpose, motivation letter or study plan
- Recommendation letters (usually two)
- English test score (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) or waiver evidence
- Research proposal and, for many programs, a pre-acceptance letter from a supervisor
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.
- Read the full eligibility rules on gradsch.hku.hk and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
- Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
- Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
- Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
- Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.
Before you apply
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Quick answers
Who can apply for HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship?
Open to all nationalities. Level: PhD. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship fully funded?
Funding type: Fully funded, Stipend, Tuition waiver. Amount: HK$28,700 / month. Covers: tuition, stipend or salary. Not separately covered: travel (partly), accommodation (partly).
What is the deadline for HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship?
The deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Status: Open now. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship?
Apply only on the official website (gradsch.hku.hk). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- gradsch.hku.hk
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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