OCBC Regional Scholarships
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About this scholarship
OCBC Bank is proud to continue its commitment to nurturing future leaders with the OCBC Regional Scholarship 2025, first launched in 2019. This prestigious scholarship aims to empower exceptional talents from Singapore, Malaysia, China, Indonesia, and Hong Kong by providing comprehensive financial support for their education at top universities across the region.
With the rapid globalization and digital transformation of the banking and financial services industry, OCBC Bank recognizes the need for professionals with both regional expertise and local knowledge. The OCBC Regional Scholarship is designed to identify and support students who exemplify these qualities, offering them the opportunity to excel in their studies and careers.
Applicants should demonstrate outstanding academic results, strong co-curricular records, and a genuine interest in pursuing a career with OCBC Bank. Those who have not yet received offers from the eligible universities may still apply but must secure their admission before receiving the scholarship.
About OCBC Bank:
OCBC Bank is one of the largest financial institutions in Southeast Asia, known for its strong roots in the region and its commitment to innovation and excellence in banking. The OCBC Regional Scholarship is part of the Bank’s broader mission to give back to the communities that have contributed to its success.
What the award covers
- Full Financial Assistance: The OCBC Regional Scholarship covers tuition fees, living allowances, accommodation, annual airfare, and expenses for one overseas exchange program, ensuring that scholars can focus entirely on their academic pursuits.
- Internship Opportunities: Scholars will have the chance to gain invaluable experience through internships at OCBC Bank, working alongside industry leaders in the region.
- Graduate Talent Programme: Upon successful completion of their degree, scholars may be admitted into the prestigious OCBC Graduate Talent Programme, depending on their academic performance.
- Bonding Requirement: Scholars will be bonded to OCBC Bank in their country of citizenship for a duration equivalent to the number of years of scholarship awarded.
Who can apply
This scholarship is open to students with citizenship from Singapore, Malaysia, China, Indonesia, or Hong Kong.
Eligibility
The OCBC Regional Scholarship 2025 is open to students with citizenship from Singapore, Malaysia, China, Indonesia, or Hong Kong who are currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at one of the selected universities in Singapore, China, Hong Kong, or Taiwan. Additionally, students from China are eligible if they are pursuing a postgraduate degree.
Eligible universities include:
- Singapore: National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University, Singapore University of Social Sciences, Singapore University of Technology and Design.
- China: Peking University, Tsinghua University, Fudan University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Zhejiang University, Nanjing University.
- Hong Kong: The University of Hong Kong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
- Taiwan: National Taiwan University, National Tsing Hua University.
How to apply
Ready to launch your career with OCBC Bank? Get started by applying for their scholarship program online! Head over to the link given below and submit your application. But before you dive in, make sure you meet the eligibility criteria and have all the required documents ready. This scholarship offers more than just financial support – it's your chance to gain valuable experience and pave the way for a promising future at OCBC.
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