Special Talents Admission and Recognition Scheme (STARS) Scholarship for Non-Local Students (Tiers 1 - 3)

Application
Eligible applicants will be considered automatically on the eligibility for the STARS scholarship.
TOTAL SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT
Up to full-tuition scholarship plus living allowance per year

(Details for the 2025/26 admissions are subject to change)

 

PolyU embraces students with special talents in Sports, Arts and Culture, Leadership and Community Services, and STEM through Special Talents Admission and Recognition Scheme (STARS). The scheme serves as an alternative admission route for students whose exceptional achievements cannot be fully reflected in their academic results. More about STARS.

 

Scholarship Level
Scholarship Description
Scholarship Amount *

 

Tier 1

 

 

The STARS Scholarships recognise talents in four specific areas:

  • Sports,
  • Arts and Culture,
  • Leadership and Community Services, and
  • STEM

  • Full-tuition scholarship plus living allowance per year

 

Tier 2

  • Full-tuition scholarship per year

 

Tier 3

  • Half-tuition scholarship per year

 

* Subject to meeting the required conditions for scholarship renewal.

 

Post-entry scholarships

The University also offers a range of post-entry scholarships designed to recognize and reward outstanding students. These scholarships provide financial support to help students pursue their educational goals and enhance their overall university experience.