Hong KongPhDDeadline varies by university or programmeCheck Scholarship LinkCUHK Vice-Chancellor's PhD Scholarship 2027–2028
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The Vice-Chancellor's PhD Scholarship at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) rewards outstanding full-time PhD applicants of all nationalities. It provides an award of HK$80,000 over three years and a conference and research travel grant of HK$30,000, on top of a postgraduate studentship of about HK$229,200 a year. There is no separate application: strong applicants (for example GPA 3.5 or higher, awards, publications and excellent references) are considered automatically when they apply for a PhD. Application deadlines for 2027–28 depend on the programme; strong candidates are also encouraged to apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship by 1 December 2026.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
2 BenefitsStudentship of about HK$229,200 a year
Postgraduate studentship for the normal study period.
HK$80,000 award and HK$30,000 travel grant
Additional award over three years plus conference and research travel.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
2 CriteriaRequired Documents
2 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Yes, an official English proficiency certificate is required. Check the official website for the required score.
Funding type: Check Scholarship Link. Announced benefits: Studentship of about HK$229,200 a year, HK$80,000 award and HK$30,000 travel grant.
Eligible levels: PhD.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: PhD application, Transcripts, publications and references.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/admissions/scholarships-fees/VCPHD. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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Open to all fields of study
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