Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s and Master’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end as follows;
i. For Domestic students: 5 August, 2024
ii. For International students: 15 June, 2024
Scholarship Summary:
The SFBU Housing Scholarship program was established to honor the topmost performing incoming students (domestic and international). Please note that the housing scholarship may be limited in number, available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and is subject to continued availability of housing. Minimum eligibility does not guarantee a scholarship.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
Standard admission requirements and satisfaction of minimum requirements of the President's Scholarship applicable to the program for which the applicant is applying; PLUS satisfaction of the following criteria:
For Undergraduate students
i. Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.50 on a 4.00 scale
- Freshmen applicants: High School CGPA
- Transfer applicants (30 or more transferable units): College level CGPA
For Graduate students
i. Minimum cumulative grade point average (undergraduate level) of 3.70 on a 4.00 scale (CGPA from all completed undergraduate and graduate degrees).
Please note that you need to meet the minimum English proficiency score (for non-native English speakers) on any of the following:
a. TOEFL - 78 (iBT)
b. TOEFL - Essentials - 8.0 band
c. IELTS - 6.0 band
d. PTE Academic - 58
e. iTEP Academic - 4.0
f. English proficiency requirement met based on the standard admissions requirements.
Value of Scholarship:
The SFBU Housing scholarship is valued as the cost of free University housing, in addition to the President's Scholarship. Once granted, the Housing Scholarship is only available for a period of two consecutive trimesters, beginning in the trimester during which a student commences the student’s course of study.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
i. Apply for admission and meet the standard entry requirements
ii. Select the Scholarship Option in the online application
iii. Upload your Scholarship Statement
- Scholarship/Personal Statement: Provide background and purpose for seeking the degree (tell about yourself, your academic background, strengths/weaknesses and career goals)
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the SFBU Scholarship Page.