HKUST Beyond Academic Admissions Scholarship
HKUST scholarship for students with outstanding non-academic talents; HKD50,000 (one-off) + favorable admissions consideration. Open to all nationalities. Deadline: Nov 25, 2026 (international).
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
Hong Kong
Funding
HKD50,000 one-off scholarship plus favorable admissions consideration (bonus score for JUPAS applicants; adjusted conditional offer for non-JUPAS).
Eligible applicants
Students with outstanding non-academic talents (arts, sports, entrepreneurship, etc.) applying to HKUST
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Overview
HKUST Beyond Academic Admissions Scholarship is offered by Hong Kong University of Science and Technology for Undergraduate study in Hong Kong. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- BAAS application formRequired
- CV and achievement portfolioRequired
What this scholarship covers
HKD50,000 one-off scholarship
Included
Favorable admissions consideration (bonus score or adjusted conditional offer)
Included
HKD50,000 one-off scholarship plus favorable admissions consideration (bonus score for JUPAS applicants; adjusted conditional offer for non-JUPAS). Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
Conditional
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Open to all nationalities. Both local Hong Kong and international students are eligible.
- International eligibility
- International students are fully eligible via the non-JUPAS track. Deadline for non-JUPAS (international) track: November 25, 2026.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Experience and personal requirements
- LeadershipRequired
- Must demonstrate outstanding non-academic achievement in one or more recognized areas.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
- Countries
- HK
Official eligibility summary
Students with outstanding achievements beyond academics in areas such as creativity, leadership, arts, sustainability, sports, or any other domain. Open to both JUPAS (local HK) and non-JUPAS (international) applicants.
Applicant profile
- Students with outstanding non-academic talents (arts, sports, entrepreneurship, etc.) applying to HKUST
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Hong Kong
Current-cycle criteria
- Students with outstanding achievements beyond academics in areas such as creativity, leadership, arts, sustainability, sports, or any other domain. Open to both JUPAS (local HK) and non-JUPAS (international) applicants.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Work demonstration materials (links to multimedia, proposals, etc.)
How to apply
- 1
Visit join.hkust.edu.hk/baas and review eligibility and talent categories.
- 2
Prepare supporting materials (CV, portfolio, work demos).
- 3
Submit BAAS application online. International applicants deadline: November 25, 2026.
- 4
Shortlisted applicants are invited to an interview.
- 5
BAAS offers released: before Apr 30, 2027 (non-JUPAS track).
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual. 2026/27 application cycle open Early Oct 2026. Non-JUPAS (international) deadline: November 25, 2026. JUPAS (local) deadline: Early January 2027.
The listed deadline is November 25, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is November 25, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.