FAQ

The standard criterion requires applicants to be born between 1 September 2010 and 31 August 2011. Schools may, however, exercise discretion in individual cases to take account of differences between education systems. Applicants whose date of birth falls marginally outside the stated window are advised to contact the admissions office of their preferred AISL Harrow School(s) to enquire whether an exception may be considered.

Haikou, Appi, Hengqin and Chongqing offer full boarding. Beijing and Shanghai provide day education only.

No. This is a scholarship for secondary school students who are exploring A Level, IB, AP or HKDSE education in China, Japan and Thailand.

The scholarship covers up to the full tuition and boarding fees. Examination fees, uniform, catering, trips, books, equipment, transport and insurance are excluded. Families may apply separately to the school for a bursary or other support for these other expenses; any such award is at the school’s absolute discretion.

Where boarding is available, the scholar is required to enrol as a full boarding pupil for the entire two-year period of the scholarship.

Applicants must be completing GCSE/IGCSE (or equivalent) before August 2026. Offers are conditional upon the achievement of at least eight grades at 7 or above. Candidates must also demonstrate outstanding academic ability, fluency in English across speaking, listening, reading and writing, and satisfy the specific admissions requirements of the chosen school(s).

Applicants may indicate up to three AISL Harrow Schools. An offer may be made for any of the schools listed and need not be for the first or second preference. The AISL Executive Committee retains absolute discretion in this regard.

The Portfolio (maximum two pages, Times New Roman, 11 point, A4) should comprise a biography in English on the first page and a list of qualifications and awards on the second.
The Personal Statement (maximum two pages, same format) should address academic passion and achievements; personal qualities reflecting the four Core Values of AISL Harrow education; and contribution to the community together with future aspirations, linked to the School’s Core and Social Values.

One letter should be provided by a senior member of staff at the applicant’s current school, addressing academic performance, character and contribution to school life. The second should come from a relevant professional. Both letters must be written on official letterhead, signed, limited to 1,000 words, and submitted directly by the referees to info@aislfoundation.org by 8 January 2027.

There are no interviews prior to application screening and academic assessments. Online interviews conducted by the AISL Group Education team take place later, between 1 and 19 February 2027, for shortlisted candidates.

Since 2020 the Scholarships have supported 33 scholars drawn from a competitive field representing more than 40 nationalities, with a total value exceeding HK$28 million. Up to ten scholarships are awarded to external pupils in each cohort.

Scholars undertake to remain enrolled for a minimum of two academic years. Withdrawal may result in termination of the scholarship. The AISL Executive Committee may terminate the award and require repayment of the scholarship sum in circumstances that include failure to fulfil obligations, breach of terms, or withdrawal from the programme.

Scholars are expected to maintain high academic attainment, engage fully in the life of the school, lead and participate in activities, and act as ambassadors while upholding the core values. The scholarship may be terminated if academic performance or conduct is judged unsatisfactory.

At the conclusion of the scholarship, due in June of Year 13 (Grade 12 equivalent), scholars are required to submit a report covering Academic Passion and Achievements and Personal Development, in accordance with the requirements set by AISL.

Results are expected in March 2027 and will be communicated by the offering AISL Harrow School by email. Feedback is not provided on submissions or on the selection process.

The Talent Collective Gala Dinner is scheduled for Saturday 29 May 2027 to recognise Scholars and Talent Awardees. Recipients form a Talent Circle. Scholars are also recognised in a Hall of Fame within each AISL Harrow School.

The AISL Harrow Scholarships Selection Panel recommends a ranked list of up to ten applicants to the AISL Executive Committee, which makes the final selection.

School Academic Assessment accounts for 60 per cent; the Online Interview and the quality of the Personal Statement for 30 per cent; and contribution to the applied school and the wider community for 10 per cent. Academic performance must place the candidate in the top quartile of the normal academic scholarship criteria of the relevant school.

Submissions that are incomplete, submitted late, or missing required documentation will not be considered.