The Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships
Established in 1998, The Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships are dedicated to nurturing compassionate and socially-minded leaders for the betterment of Hong Kong. Over the past 27 years, the Scholarships have supported more than 1,200 outstanding young people in pursuing their academic and professional aspirations.
The Scholarships support outstanding students across diverse backgrounds: local, Chinese Mainland, and international undergraduate students in Hong Kong; students with special educational needs; vocational education students; and exceptional young artists pursuing professional studies in music and dance at world-renowned institutions outside Hong Kong.
In addition, the Scholarships enable exceptional Hong Kong graduate students to pursue Master's and Doctoral degrees at leading universities worldwide, such as Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford.
Through the Institute of Philanthropy, Graduate Scholarships at Peking University and Tsinghua University are offered to Hong Kong students pursuing Master’s or Doctoral degrees in Chinese Mainland.
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JC Scholar Journey
Aspiring to be keen change-makers, JC Scholars actively engage with local and international leaders and participate in diverse community and volunteering services. Drawing inspiration from these interactions, they equip themselves to become caring leaders for a better Hong Kong.
JC Scholar Stories
JC Scholars not only excel academically and professionally but also demonstrate a strong commitment to making a positive impact in their communities.
Choi Ching Lam
Becoming the Guardian of AI
“I look forward to seeing a more diversified society where
everyone can create their own path to pursue their interests.”
Raymond Chan
Life Influences Life
"I’m grateful to my wife and our 3 kids. They have always accompanied and supported me."
Gigi Ip Nga-Chi
Inspiring Through Music and Sharing Gifts with Our Communities
“The ability to inspire others with our talents is a wonderful gift. I would like to use my gift to bring music into homes for the elderly and rehabilitation centres and provide a platform
for local musicians to shine.”
Vivian Lai
Lighting up Every Corner
“I hope everyone
in Hong Kong can share
happiness and joy.”
Winston Yin Wei-Chen
Reaching for the Stars Through Rocket Science and Aerospace Innovation
“My greatest dream is to work in areas
related to rockets, aerospace technology and
spacecraft engine design.”
Dr Gary Ng
From Cancer Patient to Orthopaedic Surgeon
“We have to hold on to our dreams and not easily give up.
With the encouragement and support of family and friends,
we can realise our dreams step by step.”
Anthony So
A Turning Point for Job-seekers
"People with passion gathering together can achieve meaningful things."
Anissa Wong
Seize Every Opportunity to Grow
“Finding what you are
passionate about and doing your best with it – that’s success.”
Dr Sally Ng
Studying the Atmosphere to Improve the Future of Mankind
“First, you have to find out what you are most passionate about,
then devote yourself to it wholeheartedly.
Then you are already the most successful person, no matter what comes next.”