Question 1

Am I eligible to apply? Who can apply?

Accepted Answer

• Secondary 4 / Grade 10 / Year 11 students who hold a Hong Kong Permanent ID Card OR dependent visa OR special visa through the Top Talent Pass (TTPS), Quality Migrant Admission (QMAS), or Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals ASMTP scheme. •  Secondary 5 / Grade 11 / Year 12 Students are also eligible to apply through the Hong Kong National Committee (UWCHK) under the same selection process. However, please note that successful applicants will enter as a Year 1 student and will need to complete the full 2-year IB curriculum.

Question 2

Can I apply to a particular UWC school?

Accepted Answer

When you apply through the UWC Hong Kong National Committee (UWCHK), you are applying to the UWC movement as a whole. You will indicate your top 10 preferences for UWC schools or colleges, but the UWCHK makes the final decision on nominations to ensure a diverse mix of students at every college.Want to learn more about studying at LPCUWC? Visit https://www.facebook.com/UWCScholarshipsHK/videos/2773419509402045/

Question 3

I really want to attend a UWC, but the cost is more than my family can afford. Are scholarships difficult to obtain?

Accepted Answer

Almost every student who comes to a UWC does so with scholarship assistance. More than 60% of Hong Kong students receive up to full scholarships based on their family’s financial situation. As far as possible, we try to ensure that no student is prevented from attending a UWC for financial reasons.

Question 4

I am a Hong Kong permanent ID card / dependent visa holder but I am currently residing overseas. I will not be able to attend any of the selection events in Hong Kong. Is that okay?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Alternative tasks will be arranged for applicants who are unable to attend some or all of the selection events personally in Hong Kong if they are currently studying or living abroad.Please detail your current situation on the application form or contact the Admission Office directly at admissions@lpcuwc.edu.hk.

Question 5

How many students apply each year, and how many are accepted?

Accepted Answer

The number of applications varies each year, ranging from about 300 to over 400.Each year, we accept about 50 new students from Hong Kong into the LPCUWC, and about 80 international students from other countries. UWC Hong Kong Committee nominates around 15 students to overseas UWC each year.

Question 6

When do applications open? What are the differences between the three rounds of applications?

Accepted Answer

Applications typically open in the autumn for the upcoming academic year. Students who submit their application forms by the first round deadline will be considered first and have priority over second round applicants. Third round applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis (subject to remaining availability and spots). We strongly encourage applying as early as possible!