What’s in this Directory? About Opportunity Bank
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About This Directory
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Scholarship Application Tips & Tricks
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POST-SECONDARY AND HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS Post-Secondary and Higher Education Institutions
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SCHEMES DIRECTORY Ethnicity, Religion and Non-Chinese Speaker Scholarships
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Scholarships and Financial Assistance Schemes
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HKSAR Government – Financial Assistance Schemes
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ABOUT OPPORTUNITY BANK
Opportunity Bank is a HUB which connects ethnic minorities with resources such as jobs, upskilling training courses, scholarships as well as healthcare services in a one-stop, easy to access platform. Through a collaboration model with different service providers: corporates/SMEs, funders, schools, etc., Opportunity Bank seeks to push for greater transparency and accessibility to information, better allocation of resources and will identify service gaps.
SERVICES AT A GLANCE
Job
Training
Education
(Online and In-Person)
(Scholarship)
Social & Healthcare Services
Useful Information & Resources
The objective of this initiative is to empower and support the ethnic minority community by enhancing employment and education, reducing poverty, bettering quality of life as a result as well as improving upward mobility.
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ABOUT THIS DIRECTORY HOW TO USE THIS DIRECTORY? This directory is a starting place to find scholarship in which you may be eligible. Only a few details have been listed for scholarship requirements; you are advised to refer to the organisation’s website for all criteria and details. This scholarship directory is not an exhausive list.
LOCATING MORE SCHOLARSHIPS There are thousands of scholarships available. We recommend that you check out the scholarship oppounities through the institutions you plan to attend and the organisations, businesses, community organisations, and libraries. Give priority to scholarships that have a smaller applicant pool and multiple awards.
BROKEN LINKS AND DATED INFORMATION If any links are broken, you may perform an internet search using the name of the organisation and scholarship to see if the link has been changed. Scholarship requirements and deadlines are often change from year to year. Be reminded to double check all information with the scholarship organisation directly.
Disclaimer: The information and ideas herein are the confidential, proprietary, sole, and exclusive property of The Zubin Mahtani Gidumal Foundation Limited. All information provided in this document is intended for discussion purposes only, and is not in the nature of advice. The Zubin Mahtani Gidumal Foundation Limited reserves the right to make alterations to any of its documents without notice.
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION TIPS AND TRICKS • • • • • • • •
Confirm you are eligible for the scholarship and meet all criteria. If you’re not sure, ask! Contact the organisation to make sure all the information is accurate. Prepare in advance and give yourself enough time to complete the application. Read the instructions very carefully. One small error can eliminate your application! Take note of the due date. Does the application need to be received by the date or only post-marked (in the post office by the date)? Use a black pen, unless otherwise specified. Do a practice/rough copy before completing the real application. Write a generic 500-word personal statement outlining your goals, achievements, academic and career plans. Most scholarships require a letter or essay of some form. If you have a generic one completed, all you have to do is modify it to satisfy the criteria of the scholarship you are applying for!
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Update your personal statement, cover letter and resume as you gain new experiences so it’s always ready to go. When writing, be yourself and be honest! Try to set yourself apart from others. Don't just list your accomplishments or activities. Explain them and demonstrate why they make you more qualified and deserving. You got this! Proofread 3 times and then send it to a friend to proofread again! Ask a professional (e.g. teacher, coach, or employer) to provide a good reference. Give your references enough time to prepare the reference letters. If possible, ask for the letters to be printed on letterhead. Order a sufficient amount of transcripts, especially before the school year ends. Always have enough stamps and envelopes ready to go. Check at the post office. You can also find out if you're able to submit your application online! Know that you are important and worthy regardless of the outcome of your scholarship application or your grades! Source: Scholarship Directory 2019, Black Foundation of Community Networks
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POST-SECONDARY AND HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
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POST-SECONDARY AND HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS As of October 2019, there are 21 higher education institutions in Hong Kong with local degree-awarding power. These institutions offer a wide array of high quality programmes from sub-degree to doctoral levels. Apart from these, there are about 21 post-secondary institutions offering a variety of locally-accredited sub-degree programmes. Apart from these, there are about 21 post-secondary institutions offering a variety of locally-accredited sub-degree programmes. Source: Studyinhongkong.edu.hk
Publicly-funded Local Degree-awarding Institutions
City University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong Baptist University
Lingnan University
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
The Education University of Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
The University of Hong Kong
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Self-financing Local Degree-awarding Institutions
Caritas Institute of Higher Education
Chu Hai College of Higher Education
Community College of City University / UOW College Hong Kong
Gratia Christian College
HKCT Institute of Higher Education
Hong Kong Nang Yan College of Higher Education
Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) (a member institution of Vocational Training Council)
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
The Open University of Hong Kong
Tung Wah College
Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
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Institution Providing Locally-accredited Non-local Degree Programmes
Savannah College of Art and Design
Self-financing Institutions Providing Locally-accredited Sub-degree Programmes
Caritas Bianchi College of Careers
HKU SPACE
HKU SPACE Community College
HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC)
Hong Kong Art School
Hong Kong Baptist University – College of International Education
Hong Kong Baptist University – School of Continuing Education
Hong Kong College of Technology
Hong Kong Institute of Technology
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Lingnan University - Lingnan Institute of Further Education
The Chinese University of Hong Kong - School of Continuing and Professional Studies
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Hong Kong Community College
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - School of Professional Education and Executive Development
The Open University of Hong Kong - Li Ka Shing Institute of Professional and Continuing Education
Vocational Training Council (VTC) - Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE), Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) & International Culinary Institute (ICI)
YMCA College of Careers Source: Studyinhongkong.edu.hk
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SCHEMES DIRECTORY
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ETHNICITY, RELIGION AND NON-CHINESE SPEAKER SCHOLARSHIPS The following scholarships are dedicated for students who are of non-Chinese ethnicity, a specific religion or non-Chinese speaking. Applicable to…
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Asia University for Women
Bachelor’s Degree
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GCT Education Fund - Online Education Scholarship
Gurkha Cemeteries Trust Hong Kong / Gurkha Trailblazer / GCT Education Fund
PostSecondary
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Mr. Tang Shun Cheung & Mrs. Tang Chan Sau Fun Scholarship
Hong Kong Baptist University
$10,000
Bachelor’s Degree
Tsim Sha Tsui District Kai Fong Welfare Association Admission Scholarship Scheme for Outstanding South and South East Asian Ethnic Minority Students (EMSS)
Hong Kong Baptist University
$42,100
Bachelor’s Degree
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HKBU Admission Scholarship Scheme for Outstanding South and South East Asian Ethnic Minority Students
Hong Kong Baptist University
Bachelor’s Degree
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Islamic Union Scholarship
Islamic Union of Hong Kong
Secondary, Tertiary Edu
Tsim Sha Tsui District Kai Fong Welfare Association Admission Scholarship
Lingnan University of Hong Kong
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Education Trust
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Education Trust
AIG Hong Kong Scholarship 2018/2019
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Scholarship
Offered in / Offered by
Asian University for Women Scholarships and Financial Aids
Award (HK$)
$5,000
Bachelor’s Degree
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Financial Need
Other Requirements
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Bachelor’s Degree
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Academic Requirements
Financial Need
Other Requirements
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C-for-Chinese@JC Scholarship
The Education University of Hong Kong
Tuition fee
High Diploma
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Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Supporting Learning and Teaching for Non-Chinese Speaking Children) Studentship
The Education University of Hong Kong
Tuition fee
Diploma
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EdUHK Entrance Scholarship for NonChinese Speaking Local Students
The Education University of Hong Kong
$21,050
OUHK Ethnic Minority Student Award
The Open University of Hong Kong
Sub-degree, Bachelor’s Degree
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Taufik Ali Memorial Scholarship
The University of Hong Kong
Bachelor’s, Master’s Degree
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Unison Chinese Performance Scholarship for EM Students
Unison
$3,000 $6,000
Post-DSE
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Unison Scholarship Schemes for Ethnic Minority Students - Tertiary Education Scholarship for Ethnic Minority Students
Unison
$15,000
Tertiary Edu
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Drs. Richard Charles and Esther Yewpick Lee Charitable Foundation Scholarship for Non-Chinese Speaking Students
Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
$50,000
Tertiary Edu
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Philippines – Hong Kong Friendship Scholarship
Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
$25,000
Tertiary Edu
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCE ASSISTANCE SCHEMES Many institutions and organisations have offered a wide range of scholarships and schemes supporting your studying and living. Don’t miss any of them when planning your study. These scholarships and schemes are administered by the organisations themselves. You are advised to contact the student affairs directly if you would like to learn more about the scholarships and/or the financial assistance schemes available. Click below and will lead you to the Scholarship / Financial Assistance Schemes directly.
Publicly-funded Local Degree-awarding Institutions
City University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong Baptist University
Lingnan University
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
The Education University of Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
The University of Hong Kong
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Self-financing Local Degree-awarding Institutions
Caritas Institute of Higher Education
Chu Hai College of Higher Education
Community College of City University / UOW College Hong Kong
Gratia Christian College
HKCT Institute of Higher Education
Hong Kong Nang Yan College of Higher Education
Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) (a member institution of Vocational Training Council)
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
The Open University of Hong Kong
Tung Wah College
Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
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Institution Providing Locally-accredited Non-local Degree Programmes
Savannah College of Art and Design
Self-financing Institutions Providing Locally-accredited Sub-degree Programmes
Caritas Bianchi College of Careers
HKU SPACE
HKU SPACE Community College
HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC)
Hong Kong Art School
Hong Kong Baptist University – College of International Education
Hong Kong Baptist University – School of Continuing Education
Hong Kong College of Technology
Hong Kong Institute of Technology
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Lingnan University - Lingnan Institute of Further Education
The Chinese University of Hong Kong - School of Continuing and Professional Studies
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Hong Kong Community College
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - School of Professional Education and Executive Development
The Open University of Hong Kong - Li Ka Shing Institute of Professional and Continuing Education
Vocational Training Council (VTC) - Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE), Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) & International Culinary Institute (ICI)
Future Stars, Commission on Poverty, HKSARG
GCT Education Fund
YMCA College of Careers
Other Organisations
British Council Hong Kong
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Harmony Scholarships Scheme, Race Relations Unit, Home Affairs Department, HKSARG
Hong Kong Unison
Islamic Union of Hong Kong
Link University Scholarship, LinkREIT
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HKSAR GOVERNMENT – FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SCHEMES Tertiary Student Finance Scheme - Publicly-funded Programmes (TSFS) • •
Means-tested for Publicly-funded Programmes Full-time For students taking up exclusively UGC-funded or publiclyfunded full-time programmes.
Non-Means-Tested Loan Scheme for Full-time Tertiary Students (NLSFT) • •
Non means-tested for Publicly-funded Programmes Full-time For students pursuing programmes covered under the Tertiary Student Finance Scheme - Publicly-funded Programmes (TSFS).
Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-Secondary Students (FASP) • •
Means-tested for Self-financing Programmes Full-time For students taking up full-time, locally-accredited, selffinancing post-secondary education programmes.
Non-means-tested Loan Scheme for Post-Secondary Students (NLSPS) • •
Non-means-tested for Self-financing Programmes Full-time For students pursuing programmes covered under Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-Secondary Students (FASP).
Extended Non-Means-Tested Loan Scheme (ENLS) • •
Non means-tested for Self-financing Programmes Full-time / Part-time For students pursuing specific post-secondary / continuing and professional education courses provided in Hong Kong
Student Travel Subsidy for Tertiary or Post-Secondary Students • •
Means-tested for Full-time For successful applicants of TSFS and FASP, attend full-time day courses up to first degree level and reside beyond 10 minutes walking distance from student’s normal place of study and travel to school by public transportation.
Community Care Fund Assistance Programmes • • • •
Means-tested for Full-time Providing hostel subsidy for needy undergraduate students Increasing the academic expenses grant under the Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-Secondary Students (FASP) Enhancing the academic expenses grant for students with special educational needs and financial needs pursuing postsecondary programmes Source: https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/en/postsecondary/index.htm (Student Finance Office, Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency)
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Find the Scheme
Source: https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/en/postsecondary/index.htm (Student Finance Office, Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency)
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Opportunity Bank a hub connects ethnic minorities with opportunities enhance employment, education, training and health opportunities for ethnic minorities in Hong Kong with the ultimate aim of reducing poverty, improving upward mobility and creating a more harmonious society. ______________________________________ For further information, please contact us: oppbank@zubinfoundation.org +852 9133-4700 +852 9133-4700 https://www.zubinfoundation.org/opportunitybank OpportunityBank4EM Instagram: OppBank
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