For Local Students studying Full-time Sub-Degree and Bachelor's Degree Programmes
Government Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-secondary Students (FASP) and Non-means-tested Loan Scheme for Post-secondary Students (NLSPS)
The two Government Financial Assistance Schemes, FASP and NLSPS, for the 2026/27 Academic Year are now open for online applications. Interested students should submit your applications through the “eWFSFAA” e-service platform administered by the Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency. Please refer to the FASP/NLSPS Online Demonstration for more details on the application procedures.
Additional Academic Expenses Grant for Students with Special Educational Needs
Eligible applicants confirmed by a relevant professional as having special educational needs and who have passed the means test of FASP will be offered an additional academic expenses grant. For eligibility and more details, please visit the Student Finance Office (SFO) website.
Before starting your application, please read the following useful materials:
FASP:
– Quick Reference for Completing FASP Application Forms
– Illustration of Reporting Income & Assets
– Common Mistakes in Completing FASP Application Forms
NLSPS:
With a view to facilitating better financial management of the applicants, you are advised to consider carefully your need and repayment ability before accepting any loan. Applicants may refer to the Quick Guide on Loan Take-up and Repayment for more information.
Please note that the recommended submission schedule for the above schemes is on or before 12 June 2026 (Friday). As the approval process takes time, the Government Student Finance Office recommends early submission of applications.
If you have any questions, please contact the Scholarships & Financial Assistance Section (Financial Assistance) of the Student Affairs Office (Tel: 2768-6636) or the SFO [Tel: 2152-9000 (FASP) / 2150-6222 (NLSPS) / 2802-2345 (24-hour automated enquiry hotline)].
