Scholarship

HCIS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME

At Hwa Chong International School, we provide an excellent platform for students to realise their dreams of academic excellence. To facilitate the fulfilment of these dreams, HCIS offers several scholarships to provide a necessary fillip to academically driven students with talent and ability to prove their mettle, determination, and resilience to succeed. These scholarships also present a good opportunity to outstanding students who may be stifled by financial constraints to pursue an education in an international school. HCIS is committed to provide a positive learning environment in championing the school motto of “Continual Pursuit of Excellence” (自强不息).

The HCIS scholarships are given in recognition of deserving students who demonstrate:
  • Prowess in studies with potential for greater achievement
  • Exemplary conduct and good character
  • Student leadership with active contribution
  • Advocacy of school and/or community concerns
The school offers the following accolades:

HCIS recognises the importance of the inextricable link between education and success in life. Giving the scholarship awards to deserving students is an attempt made by HCIS to narrow this gap. It is a long-lasting investment into the lives of young people, which will enable talented and deserving students to acquire a combination of knowledge, skills, paradigms and values required of tomorrow’s leaders.

(1) HCIS-PETER LIM SCHOLARSHIP

The HCIS-Peter Lim Scholarship is instituted by philanthropist and education enthusiast, Mr Peter Lim, who hopes to provide funding for students who demonstrate exceptional academic merit and a passion for learning, but may be prevented from pursuing their course of study due to financial circumstances. This scholarship is a 2-year scholarship covering the IBDP programme, during which all tuition fees will be paid for in full. Target recipients will be GCE O-Level students who would like to experience an international education with HCIS.
Eligibility Criteria
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • GCE O-Level students or MOE Integrated Programme (IP) Secondary 4 students who are keen to pursue a 2-year IBDP education
  • Possess an excellent academic track record
  • Monthly gross household income of $9,000 or less, or per capita income of $2,250 or less^
^Information of both parents’ income must be provided. This income limit is subject to a regular review so as to preserve the relevance of the scholarship.

Yeo Yeo, who graduated HCIS with a perfect score of 45, shares her story on how the HCIS-Peter Lim Scholarship gave her the precious opportunity to pursue the IBDP.

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(Source: The Straits Times, 19 October 2021 ©Singapore Press Holdings)

(2) HCIS MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIP

The Merit-based Scholarship is awarded to students of an exceptionally high calibre with an outstanding academic profile, exhibit excellent leadership qualities with a strong sense of integrity, and demonstrate meaningful participation in their co-curricular activities. The scholarship quanta may vary (maximum being a full scholarship), depending on the level of eligibility criteria being met and year of admission into HCIS.

A Multi-Cultural Scholarship is also available for students who are Singaporeans or Singapore Permanent Residents of non-Chinese ethnicity, are taking or willing to take, Chinese Language as a subject and possess a strong interest in Chinese culture. However, do note that Ministry of Education’s Mother Tongue Language policy must continue to be observed.

Eligibility Criteria
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Possess an excellent academic track record
  • For Year 1 Admission: PSLE total Achievement Level (AL) score of 10 points or below
  • For IB Year 1 Admission:
    • Singapore Cambridge GCE O-Level L1R5 aggregate score of 10 points or below 
    • IGCSE Examination equivalent exam results 
    • MOE Integrated Programme (IP) Secondary 4 students will be required to sit for a scholarship written test

HCIS Scholarship Programme for International Students

Indonesia
*For Indonesian nationality students who have completed Grade 10 in 2023 with excellent academic results and are ranked top 20 in school.

  • Test Date: 27 May 2023
  • Application Deadline: 6 May 2023
Please click here for further inquiries.

Japan
*For Japan nationality students who have completed Grade 9 in 2023 with excellent academic results and are ranked top 20 in school. 

  • Test Date: 20 May 2023
  • Application Period: Registration closed
Please click here for further inquiries.

South Korea
* For Korean nationality students who have completed Grade 9 in 2023 with excellent academic results and are ranked top 20 in school.

  • Test Date: 9 October 2023
  • Application Period: 1 – 31 August 2023

For Koreans based in Korea, please click here for more inquiries. 
For Koreans based outside of Korea, please click here for more inquiries.

Vietnam
*For Vietnam nationality students who have completed Grade 9 in 2023 with excellent academic results and are ranked top 20 in school.

  • Test Date: 21 October 2023
  • Application Period: 1 July – 30 September 2023
Please click here for further inquiries.
(3) HCIS TALENT-BASED SCHOLARSHIP

The Talent-based Scholarship is awarded to highly talented students who possess stellar participation and representation records in Sports or Arts, or meaningful involvement in Community Services or Youth Leadership experiences. This scholarship aims to promote diversity of culture, knowledge, skills and talents. It also aims to help individuals realise their sporting or artistic potential while supporting them through their academic studies. The scholarship quanta may vary (maximum being a full scholarship), depending on the level of eligibility criteria being met and year of admission into HCIS.

Eligibility Criteria
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • For Year 1 and IB Year 1 Admissions with exceptional talents and/or skills
  • Fulfil any ONE of the following requirements:
    1. Singapore National Team or Singapore National Youth Athlete 
    2. Recognised awards, exhibition and portfolio in the arts
    3. Excellent grassroots involvement or recognised community service with a significant circle  of influence
    4. Active involvement in organising national or internationally recognised events (e.g. Model United Nations, Youth Ambassador)

Vianna Shen-Rou Linke, a recipient of the HCIS Talent-Based Scholarship and member of the Singapore Figure Skating National Team, shares her determination in making her dream a reality.

(Video Credit: Ms. Gina Sim)

(4) HWA CHONG HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP AND AWARD (思源奖学金)

The Hwa Chong Heritage Scholarship and Hwa Chong Heritage Award are granted to the children of Hwa Chong Alumni and students of Hwa Chong Institution, who possess outstanding academic achievements, exhibit exemplary conduct and demonstrate good character. We strongly believe that it is of paramount importance to be supportive of our Hwa Chong Alumni and their offspring who have the potential to contribute positively to the heritage of the Hwa Chong Family. The Hwa Chong Heritage Scholarship is a full scholarship covering all tuition fees, and the Hwa Chong Heritage Award is offered at tiered quantum ranging from 50% to 100%.

(A) Eligibility Criteria for the Hwa Chong Heritage Scholarship

  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • A well-rounded individual and role model who is able to lead by example
  • Possess an exceptionally outstanding academic track record
  • For Year 1 Admission: PSLE total Achievement Level (AL) score of 6 points or below
  • For IB Year 1 Admission:
    • Singapore Cambridge GCE O-Level L1R5 aggregate score of 6 points or below 
    • IGCSE Examination equivalent exam results 
    • MOE Integrated Programme (IP) Secondary 4 students will be required to sit for a scholarship written test

(B) Eligibility Criteria for the Hwa Chong Heritage Award

  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Possess good leadership skills and commendable character records
  • Demonstrates academic excellence
  • Successful applicants will be awarded based on means-tested criteria

To apply for any of the scholarships, please download the Scholarship Application Form below and submit it together with all the required documents via email to scholarships@hcis.edu.sg.

 

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PERIOD:

  • For Year 1 Admission
    • Talent-based Scholarship: 17 Apr 2023 (Mon) to 6 Jun 2023 (Tue)
    • Merit-based Scholarship: 17 Nov 2023 (Fri) to 25 Nov 2023 (Sat, 12pm)
  • For IB1 Admission
    • Integrated Programme (IP), IGCSE Students: 1 Sep 2023 (Fri) to 16 October 2023 (Mon)
    • ‘O’ Level Students: 10 Jan 2024 (Wed) to 16 Jan 2024 (Tue, 12pm)

 

       *Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the scholarship assessment.

HCIS Scholarship Application Form 2023
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