Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 Fully Funded HKPFS

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) 2027 deadline is December 1, 2026. This is Hong Kong's most prestigious fully funded PhD program offering fellowships at 8 top Hong Kong universities. Established by Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong.

Scholarship Overview

• Host Country: Hong Kong
• Universities: HKU, CUHK, HKUST, CityU, PolyU, HKBU, Lingnan, EdUHK
• Degree: PhD (3 years)
• Number: 300 Fellowships yearly
• Deadline: December 1, 2026 (Initial application)
• Funding: Fully Funded

Benefits - Most Generous in Asia

1. Annual Stipend: HK$331,200 (approx US$42,500) per year for 3 years
2. Conference & Research Travel Allowance: HK$13,800 per year
3. Tuition Fees Waiver at host university
4. Additional Support from university (often top-up)
5. Total Value: Over $400k HKD yearly with top-ups

Participating Universities

• University of Hong Kong (HKU)
• Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
• Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
• City University of Hong Kong (CityU)
• Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
• Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
• Lingnan University
• The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all nationalities, all research fields
• New full-time PhD students at HK universities
• Outstanding academic performance
• Excellent research ability and potential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership abilities

How to Apply - Official Links

Two-step application:

1. Submit initial application to RGC to get HKPFS Reference Number by Dec 1, 2026

2. Submit full application to chosen university using Reference Number

Official HKPFS Portal: https://cerg1.ugc.edu.hk/hkpfs/InitApplication.jsp

Official RGC Information: https://www.rgc.edu.hk/hkpfs/

Campus Linc Verdict: Asia's Most Prestigious PhD Fellowship - $42k/year + - December Deadline.

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