Scholarships are awarded primarily on the basis of academic merit, while other criteria such as leadership and other personal qualities, financial need and services to the community may also be taken into consideration.

Most of the scholarships require nominations from Faculties / Schools / Departments and other relevant offices, subject to the final selection / approval by the donating parties.

Yet there are also other scholarships that are open for students' application.  Registered students who have been admitted into the University are advised to check the details of the scholarships that are open for application, as well as the relevant application requirements and procedures from “Application Deadlines” throughout the year.

Since Colleges also administer their own scholarships, students are advised to check with their respective Colleges for further details.