Jardine-Fulbright Scholarship Scheme

Overview

The Jardine-Fulbright Scholarship Scheme is run jointly by the Jardine Foundation and Fulbright University Vietnam, through the Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management (FSPPM). It funds Vietnamese students taking the 18-month Master in Public Policy (MPP), and the goal behind it is to build a new generation of public-minded leaders in Vietnam.

The scheme brings together the Jardine Foundation's long record of backing young talent across Asia and FSPPM's place as one of Vietnam's leading schools for public policy. Recipients get a full tuition-fee scholarship for the MPP, applied after the University's own tuition remission. With tuition off the table, candidates can put their energy into the work and the networks that help Vietnam develop.

A set number of awards goes out each year to students who show academic strength, leadership potential, a real commitment to serving Vietnamese society, and financial need. The funding isn't the whole story either: scholars may get access to networking and internships tied to the Jardine group, which adds a practical dimension to the degree.

Key Facts at a Glance

• Administered by: Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management (FSPPM), Fulbright University Vietnam
• Funded by: The Jardine Foundation
• Award: 100% tuition-fee scholarship, applied after the University's tuition remission
• Programme: Master in Public Policy (MPP)
• Duration: 18 months
• Number of awards: Around 10 per year
• Eligibility: Vietnamese students
• Selection basis: Academic excellence, leadership potential, commitment to societal contribution in Vietnam, and financial need
• Application route: Through FSPPM admissions
• Possible extras: Networking and internships across Jardine

Eligibility Criteria

The scheme is for Vietnamese students who want to take the Master in Public Policy at FSPPM and who bring the qualities it's designed to reward.

• You should be a Vietnamese student applying to, or already admitted to, the 18-month MPP programme at FSPPM.
• A strong academic record is expected.
• You should be able to point to evidence of leadership potential.
• A clear commitment to contributing to Vietnamese society sits at the heart of the scheme.
• Financial need is weighed in the selection.

Eligibility and the MPP admissions requirements can shift between cohorts, so check the current criteria with FSPPM before you apply. If anything about your own eligibility is unclear, the FSPPM admissions team can tell you directly.

Scholarship Benefits

The main benefit is a 100% tuition-fee scholarship for the Master in Public Policy, applied after the University's own tuition remission. So MPP tuition is fully covered for recipients, which matters given what the programme is worth.

• Full tuition coverage: A 100% tuition-fee scholarship for the 18-month MPP, after the University's tuition remission.
• Multiple awards: Around ten scholarships go out each year, so a fair number of students get the chance.
• Enrichment opportunities: Scholars may get networking and internships tied to the Jardine group, which adds professional experience and contacts.
• Recognition: Being a Jardine-Fulbright scholar carries weight and can help your profile for future roles in public service and elsewhere.

The exact scope of any non-tuition benefits can change from one cohort to the next, so confirm the current details with FSPPM. The award is built around tuition, so budget separately for living and personal costs unless you hear otherwise.

How to Apply

Everything runs through the FSPPM admissions process. You apply to the Master in Public Policy programme and flag or apply for the scholarship as part of that.

• Read the current MPP admissions requirements and the scholarship information on the FSPPM website.
• Prepare your application to the Master in Public Policy programme.
• Complete any scholarship-specific sections or forms for the Jardine-Fulbright Scheme.
• Submit your application and supporting documents through FSPPM by the stated deadline.
• Respond quickly to any requests for interviews or extra information.

The admissions and scholarship steps are linked, so follow the FSPPM instructions closely and make sure every piece is in place before you submit.

Required Documents

The exact documents are listed in the FSPPM admissions and scholarship instructions, and they can change between cycles. As a rough guide, be ready to provide the following, and confirm the precise list with FSPPM.

• A completed MPP application form.
• Academic transcripts and any degree certificates.
• Letters of recommendation or references.
• A statement of purpose or essays on your goals and your commitment to public service in Vietnam.
• A CV covering your education, work and leadership experience.
• Supporting information on financial need, where it's assessed.

Treat this as indicative. Always go by the current official FSPPM requirements for the cohort you're applying to.

Important Dates & Deadlines

Timing follows the FSPPM admissions calendar for the MPP, which usually runs in cycles or rounds. FSPPM publishes the exact dates for each intake.

• Application period: Tied to the MPP admissions rounds; check the FSPPM website for current dates.
• Scholarship consideration: Usually handled alongside or just after admission decisions.
• Cohort start: The programme runs over 18 months from the relevant intake.

Dates vary by intake and can change year to year, so confirm the application and decision dates with FSPPM and apply as early as you can.

Tips for a Strong Application

This scholarship rewards a clear sense of public purpose alongside academic strength, so let both come through.

• Lead with purpose: Make your commitment to Vietnam's development concrete and specific.
• Evidence your leadership: Use real examples of things you've led and the difference they made.
• Show academic readiness: Make it clear you can handle a demanding policy programme.
• Be honest about need: Where financial need is assessed, lay out your situation plainly.
• Polish your essays: Clear, well-structured writing counts in a public policy application.
• Apply early: Give yourself time to gather documents and line up references.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does the Jardine-Fulbright Scholarship cover?

A 100% tuition-fee scholarship for the 18-month Master in Public Policy, applied after the University's tuition remission.

Q: Who can apply?

Vietnamese students applying to the MPP at FSPPM who show academic strength, leadership potential, a commitment to serving Vietnamese society, and financial need.

Q: How many scholarships are available?

Around ten a year, though the exact number can vary by cohort.

Q: Which programme does it support?

The Master in Public Policy at the Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management, which runs 18 months.

Q: How do I apply?

Through the FSPPM admissions process for the MPP, completing any scholarship-specific steps for the Jardine-Fulbright Scheme.

Q: Are there benefits beyond tuition?

Scholars may get networking and internships tied to the Jardine group. Check the current details with FSPPM.

Related Scholarships

If you're looking at graduate funding in public policy or nearby fields, these are worth a look.

• Jardine-HKU Scheme: Jardine Foundation undergraduate funding run through the University of Hong Kong.
• Jardine Oxford & Cambridge PG Scheme: Jardine Foundation postgraduate funding for study at Oxford or Cambridge.
• Other FSPPM scholarships and financial aid: FSPPM offers further partial-tuition awards and aid for the MPP.
• Public policy and leadership fellowships: Other regional fellowships that back future public-sector leaders.