President Chan Yuk-Shee Scholarships

Brief Description

The President Chan Yuk-Shee Scholarships were established in 2014 by The Lingnan Foundation to honor the university’s former President, Dr. Chan Yuk-Shee. The scholarships aim to recognize and support outstanding students with strong leadership potential and promote international diversity on campus.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarships are offered by The Lingnan Foundation in partnership with The Lingnan University, a liberal arts university located in Hong Kong. The university has a rich history dating back to 1888 and is renowned for its student-centered education and intimate class sizes.

Level/Field of Study

The President Chan Yuk-Shee Scholarships are available for undergraduate and postgraduate programs in all disciplines offered at The Lingnan University. The university is particularly known for its programs in Business Administration, Social Sciences, and Humanities.

Number of Awards

Each academic year, the scholarship committee awards up to 15 scholarships to incoming international students. The number of scholarships may vary depending on the quality of applicants and available funding.

Target Group

The scholarships are open to all international students who meet the eligibility criteria.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The President Chan Yuk-Shee Scholarships cover the full or partial tuition fees for the duration of the recipient’s degree program at The Lingnan University. In addition, recipients may also receive housing and living allowances based on their financial need.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the President Chan Yuk-Shee Scholarships, applicants must:

• Be non-local (excluding Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) and enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate program at The Lingnan University.
• Have excellent academic achievement and demonstrate strong leadership potential.
• Possess a high level of English proficiency.
• Demonstrate financial need.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the scholarship, interested students must complete the online application form and submit all required supporting documents, including academic transcripts, reference letters, and a personal statement. The deadline for applications is usually in February for the September intake.

Official Website

For more information and to apply for the President Chan Yuk-Shee Scholarships, please visit The Lingnan University’s official website.