At BCIS, scholarships are awarded to exceptional students in Grades 9-12 who demonstrate consistent high achievement, talent and potential, and exemplify the BCIS mission and vision. BCIS currently offers two categories of scholarships: Academic and Merit. Additionally, Founder's Scholarships are awarded for Academic or Merit to students who truly embody the BCIS mission. Learn more about these scholarships and how to apply below!

Types of Scholarship:

• BCIS Academic Scholarship – for students who demonstrate consistently high academic achievement across ALL subject areas;
• BCIS Merit Scholarship – for students who demonstrate exceptional performance and outstanding potential in a specific field or way of thinking;
• Founders Scholarship – for students who truly embody the BCIS mission of "challenging and empowering students to be compassionate and inspired people, who act for the good of all and for the sustainable development of the world."

Who can Apply?

• Students currently attending BCIS and entering Grades 11 and 12

• Students not currently attending BCIS and entering Grades 9 and 10

• Students of all nationalities (Chinese and international)

Application Requirements:

Students applying for a BCIS Academic Scholarship are required to:

• Write a 600-800 word essay (essay title provided at time of application)

• Provide the names and email addresses of two teachers who can complete a recommendation form for you. We will email the recommendation form directly to the teachers. The recommendation form will include:

• Areas of academic excellence and achievements

• A character recommendation

• Contributions to the community

• Submit supporting documentary evidence

• Complete an interview with the BCIS Scholarship Committee (for shortlisted candidates)

Students applying for a BCIS Merit Scholarship are required to:

• Write a 600-800 word essay (essay title provided at time of application)

• Provide the names and email addresses of two teachers who can complete a recommendation form for you. We will email the recommendation form directly to the teachers. The recommendation form will include:

• Areas of academic excellence and achievements

• A character recommendation

• Contributions to the community

• Submit supporting portfolio of evidence

• Complete an interview with the BCIS Scholarship Committee, including a faculty member with expertise in the area of excellence specified by the student (for shortlisted candidates)

How to Apply:

• Students currently attending BCIS – submit your scholarship applications as directed by BCIS Secondary School Principal

• Students not currently attending BCIS – complete the BCIS online admissions process and submit your scholarship application to BCIS Admissions (bcis.openapply.cn)

Scholarship applications for the 2022-2023 academic year begin on February 1st. The deadline for applications is March 15th. If you would like to know more, visit our school website (https://www.bcis.cn/admissions/scholarship-program) for details. If you have any questions, please contact BCIS Admissions (admissions@bcis.cn).