The Australian International School Hong Kong (AISHK) offers a variety of secondary school
scholarships each year, to outstanding new students so they can benefit from the best possible
education the school has to offer, while further developing their own unique talents.
Scholarships are greatly sought after and are only awarded after a process of rigorous selection. They
will be awarded to students considered to have high academic potential, who will benefit substantially
by attending the school, and who will, in return, make a significant contribution to the life and culture of
the school. Factors other than solely academic potential may be taken into account. Fluency in the
English language is essential to be offered a scholarship.
AISHK Academic Scholarships
AISHK scholarships are available to new students who can demonstrate potential, excellence and talent
in academics across the senior school years, with entry at either Year 10 or Year 11. Scholarships are
awarded for the duration of the students' studies at the school, including their final Year 12.
Scholarships are awarded to recognise talent and potential, rather than to support families with school
fees. Scholarships may be awarded for up to 60% reduction in tuition fees for the duration of the
student’s time at the school. Students awarded a scholarship will receive 50% reduction on the annual
Capital Levy.
All scholarship awards are made at the discretion of the Head of School, in consultation with the Head
of Secondary and the Scholarship interview panel.
Their decisions are based on the recommendations made to them as a result of the application process.
Scholarship Application Process
AISHK’s Scholarship Application Process is available on the AISHK website for details on the timing,
assessment and criteria for the scholarships each year.
Expectations of scholarship students
AISHK scholarship recipients are academic and all-round role models, who must always set an example
by their attendance, diligence and conscientious approach. These students have a positive influence
on others around them, and their support for their peers is highly valued. We expect all scholarship
recipients to apply themselves enthusiastically and try their best in everything they do at school.
They are expected to commit to all subjects, and participate fully in the school community, and always
prioritise commitments within school over others, as much as possible.
AISHK recognises the commitment made by scholarship recipients to the learning community and in
return is committed to the student's development. This commitment is evidenced through a targeted
provision, to challenge and support them in all areas of academia. Subsequently, scholarship recipients
are expected to maintain the highest standards, representing AISHK, in order to enhance the academic,
sporting, and creative life of the school.
Scholarship review
Existing scholarships are reviewed annually by the Head of school, to approve their continuation,
removal or amendment.
A scholarship may be withdrawn if the student’s progress, attendance, engagement or commitment are
unsatisfactory and/or the student is not upholding the school’s ethos and values.
Removal of scholarships
The Head of School can withdraw or reduce a scholarship award if a student’s:
- progress, behaviour, or attitude is unsatisfactory;
- involvement in their specialised area is minimal;
- or the school's ethos is not being embraced and upheld.
Any concerns regarding the potential removal of scholarships will be communicated prior to any
decisions being made, to allow the opportunity for the student to meet the expectations of the
scholarship award.
Confidentiality of scholarships
AISHK respects the financial confidentiality of scholarship awards made to families. The school will
maintain confidentiality of any scholarship recipients.
Parents and their child/ren are also expected to maintain the confidentiality of the award. Any breach
of confidentiality may result in the award being removed.
The school would anticipate that after graduation from the school, the scholarship recipient would agree
to share their achievements and how they benefitted from an AISHK scholarship.