All Year 13 students are reminded to regularly update their Unifrog accounts. Many uni offers have come in during the past 7 weeks, and the FE office uses Unifrog to help us track all of that info.

We need students to log into their Unifrog account and add details of ALL responses received thus far:

• Add your course details/programme name etc

• Include offer details, eg ALL HL point conditions

• Any scholarship money

• Add rejections too 🙏

• All Year 12 students should meet with their FE counsellor at some point between now and the end of February.

• You need to prepare the following before the meeting:

  • A list of universities that you are interested in 

  • A list of Qs to discuss

  • Update your Unifrog account

• Use the ‘Youcanbookme’ link - it's at the bottom of this newsletter! - to choose a time that works for you - no skipping classes for this!

Dr. Kendrick Co Shih, Assistant Dean and Programme Director of MBBS Enrichment Year, along with Agnes Leung, part of the HKUMed Admissions team, came to RCHK on 22 January to talk about applying to their Medical School. Joining them were Warren Suen, Charmaine Lie and Aidan Ma, all current HKUMed students from RCHK's Class of 2025.

Dr. Shih said that he was delighted to have a chance to visit RCHK for the first time, as he has had the privilege of teaching fantastic students from the RCHK every year, so it was wonderful to visit and speak on our campus. 

We are so thankful to everyone who came to talk to our studentes, and shared advice for being successful in the IB. 

There are a few available and each have specific eligibitliy criteria. All are beneficical. 

For example, the Music & Dance Scholarship covers full tuition abroad, learning subsidies, subistence allowance, and one set of return flight tickets to the place of study. 

• Music and Dance Scholarship

• Chairman's Scholarship

• Striding On Scholarship

Read more HERE. Some deadlines are this month (Music & Dance 27 February). Speak with your FE Counsellor as soon as possible for support and more information. 

Apply to take one college-level class (for college credit!) from USC faculty. Choose between over 20 courses in multiple disciplines like business, health, architecture, journalism and much more.

Join USC for an academically rigorous, socially packed four-week summer experience. 

Whether you’re interested in breaking down the molecular biology of today’s lunch or developing a character from a short story to put into a college portfolio, USC Summer Programs allow you to take intellectual risks, hone your skills, discover your passions and kick-start your college experience!

Explore summer programmes at Washington U

• Arts & Sciences Programs - Application deadline is 4:00 p.m. CT on April 1, 2026.

High School Summer Institutes: Dates vary for each summer institute
High School Summer Launch: July 13–17, 2026

• Olin Business School Program - Application deadline is April 1, 2026.

Gateway to Business: July 12–17, 2026

• Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts Programs - Application deadline is March 31, 2026

Architecture Discovery Program: July 12–25, 2026

Portfolio Plus Program: July 12–August 1, 2026

The University of Chicago’s summer pre-college programs draw from the multidisciplinary emphasis and intellectual richness of the College’s Core curriculum. They offer a variety of courses in diverse subject areas and engagement levels that match any motivated high school student. For Summer 2025, they will host both residential programs and online courses, including:

1 Week Enrichment Programs

2 Week Experience

3 Week Immersion

Students should apply by March 12th for the best selection of courses! 

Choose from over 100 college-level courses offered On Campus, Online or On Location in one of Syracuse's academic centers in New York City or Los Angeles. 

As a Summer College student, you will:

• Build their resume or portfolio

• Enhance their college applications so they stand out to college admissions

• Test out a major before committing to their undergrad degree

• Make new friends with like-minded students from around the world

• Earn a Certificate of Completion and a Syracuse University credit or noncredit transcript

The scholarship deadline is March 1, 2026, and the final application deadline is May 1, 2026. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and courses fill quickly, so please apply soon!

Click here for more information.

Logistics:

• Open to Year 11 and 12 students

• Occurs 27 July - 7 August

• Deadline to apply: 31 March (non-local students) and 31 May (local students) 

What you'll be doing:

• Live on campus, meet other students, attend mini-lectures and a range of subjects.

• Option 1: Academic Subjects (5 days)

• Option 2: Residential Camp (5 days, 4 nights)

• Read more HERE

Speak with your FE Counsellor for support and more information 

Logistics

• Open to Year 12 students

• Occurs 13-14 July

• Deadline to apply: 28 February

What you'll be doing

• Talks and Lab Sessions

• Field Trips

• Practical Attachments

• Read more HERE

Speak with your FE Counsellor for support and more info

Logistics

• Open to Year 11-13 students

• Different timeblocks depending on program. Generally 4-7+ days sometime between 19-31 July

• Deadline to apply: 22 February

What you'll be doing

Students can choose from a range of programs, including credit-bearing courses, cross-disciplinary projects and overseas experiences led by faculty and industry partners. These opportunities provide valuable insights into different fields, helping students broaden their horizons and prepare confidently for their future academic journeys.

• Read more HERE

Speak with your FE Counsellor for support and more info

Logistics

• Open to Year 8-13

• Different timeblocks depending on program (many variations)

• Deadline to apply: 21 March (non-local students) and 31 May (local students) 

What you'll be doing

Covers a wide range of academic areas and create a favourable environment for personal and professional development. Secondary school students are invited to experience university life to better prepare themselves for advanced studies. Our programmes in STEM, Business and Economics, Arts & Social Sciences, Professionals, and Summer Camps engage students in experiential learning that's fun and stimulating.

• Read more HERE

Speak with your FE Counsellor for support and more info

CityU's College of Engineering is dedicated to enhancing the impact of engineering through nurturing young talent and cultivating future engineers. Building on the success of their 2025 initiatives, which engaged over 2,000 participants, they are offering a new series of experiential and interactive activities for the coming year. The 2026 activities place a stronger emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI), designed to equip students with future-ready skills, inspire a passion for engineering, and align with the latest global technological trends.

The application Form is linked here

Eligibility

• Year 10 - 12 students

• High proficiency in English with good academic standing

• Nominated by a referee who is REQUIRED to be a CURRENT teacher at the secondary school attended by the student

Objectives

• develop research skills and knowledge in a specific area of interest

• join a world-class research team and work alongside leading experts in the field

• establish professional networks for future studies and career

Please join us on Thursday, 26 February @7pm for a special session with Mr. Luke Simmons, Senior Liaison & Recruitment Officer at University College London. Mr. Simmons will cover the following topics:

• Introduction to UCL

• Student Life in London and the UK

• Personal Statements

Please register HERE if you would like to attend. 

*The link to join the talk will be shared with students & parents nearer the date.*

If you have questions, please email careers@rchk.edu.hk 

This webinar is designed to help you understand how to select a course that suits your interests, strengths, and future goals, while navigating the UK higher education system. Choosing the right course is essential to making the most of your university experience.

Details:

• Date: Tues. 10 February, 2026

• Time: 6pm (lasts 1h 15 min)

• Register (and get more details) here

Go to 'See your Counsellor' if you are not sure who your Counsellor is.

BOOKING LINKS:

Ms. Cheung https://kukucheung.youcanbook.me 

Ms. Rossiter https://aletharossiter.youcanbook.me

Mr. Van https://vaned2.youcanbook.me