Hult International Business School Undergraduate Scholarship
Offered by Hult International Business School
About this scholarship
Hult International Business School offers a variety of financial aid and funding options for incoming Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) students across its main campuses in London, Boston, and Dubai.
Eligibility
The Hult Scholar Grant is Hult's flagship scholarship awarded to up to 10% of the incoming class. Eligibility Criteria: Academic Excellence: High academic standing (typical recipient average GPA is around 3.4+ / 3.6+). Demonstrated Financial Need: Must qualify for significant financial assistance. Hult DNA: Must demonstrate entrepreneurial drive, resilience, adaptability, and a global mindset. Required Supplemental Application Materials: Completed regular Hult undergraduate application. Notification to your assigned Enrollment Advisor. Hult Scholar Grant Essay demonstrating alignment with the "Hult DNA". Additional Letter of Recommendation highlighting leadership/achievements. CSS Profile submission (College Board) for financial evaluation.
Documents you may need
To apply for the Hult Scholar Grant (up to 100% full tuition coverage) you must provide two main sets of documentation: 1. Standard Undergraduate Admission Documents (general requirements to be admitted into the BBA program). 2. Supplemental Hult Scholar Grant Documents (specific requirements to evaluate full-tuition eligibility and financial need). 1. General Undergraduate Admission Documents Before your grant application is evaluated you must have a complete BBA application file with Hult: High School Transcripts / Mark Sheets: Certified records from all secondary schools attended (including A-Levels IB Matric/Intermediate or high school diplomas). English Language Proficiency Proof: Results from tests like IELTS TOEFL PTE or Duolingo English Test (DET) if applicable. Standard Academic Reference Letter: One letter of recommendation from a school counselor teacher or principal. Copy of Valid Passport: Required for identity verification and visa evaluation. Standard Resume / CV (Optional/Recommended): Detailing extracurricular involvement leadership activities or personal projects. 2. Supplemental Hult Scholar Grant Documents To qualify for the full-tuition grant you must submit three specific supplemental items by the scholarship deadline: A. The Hult Scholar Grant Essay (HSG Essay) What it is: A specialized short essay submitted specifically for the grant evaluation. Focus: Demonstrating how you embody the "Hult DNA" specifically highlighting leadership resilience creative problem-solving active community engagement and an entrepreneurial mindset. B. Additional Letter of Recommendation What it is: A second recommendation letter separate from your main academic reference. Focus: This letter should specifically highlight your leadership potential ethical character initiative and community or extracurricular impact. C. Financial Need Verification (CSS Profile or FAFSA) Because the grant is awarded strictly to candidates with significant financial need: For International Applicants: Complete and submit the College Board CSS Profile. Supporting financial docs to keep ready: Parent salary/income statements official tax returns (or non-tax filer proof) bank statements and family asset details. For US Citizens / Permanent Residents: Complete and submit the FAFSA (Hult Code: 041432)
How to apply
Step 1: Submit Your Standard Undergraduate Application Before applying for the Hult Scholar Grant, you must first start or submit a general undergraduate application for admission. Application Platforms: Apply directly via Hult’s Online Portal, the Common App, or UCAS. Required Baseline Materials: High school transcripts, English proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo if applicable), and a standard academic reference. Step 2: Notify Your Hult Enrollment Advisor Contact your assigned Hult Enrollment Advisor right after starting or submitting your admission application. Explicitly state that you intend to apply for the Hult Scholar Grant so they can open the grant evaluation track on your file. If you do not have an assigned advisor yet, email: hult.scholar.grant.admissions@hult.edu. Step 3: Prepare the Supplemental Grant Requirements To be evaluated for the full-tuition grant, you must assemble three supplemental components: 1. The Hult Scholar Grant Written Essay / Personal Statement You must submit an essay answering the designated Hult Scholar prompt (or an equivalent short video submission if requested by admissions). Focus Areas: Address how you embody the Hult DNA specifically showcasing examples of your growth mindset, resilience, entrepreneurial initiative, global awareness, and leadership impact. 2. Specialized Recommendation Letter Provide an additional Letter of Recommendation specifically addressing your leadership traits, personal integrity, community contributions, and ability to overcome challenges. (Can be submitted by a high school counselor, teacher, or community mentor). 3. Financial Need Documentation (CSS Profile / FAFSA) Because the grant is strictly tied to financial need, you must verify your household's financial situation: International Applicants: Complete and submit the College Board CSS Profile. US Citizens / Permanent Residents: Complete and submit the FAFSA (Hult School Code: 041432). Step 4: Submit Supplemental Materials & Complete the Interview Submission: Email all your supplemental materials (Essay, Recommendation Letter, and Financial Profile verification) directly to your assigned Enrollment Advisor or to hult.scholar.grant.admissions@hult.edu before the grant deadline. Personal Assessment Interview: Admitted candidates complete a one on one personal assessment interview with a member of the admissions board. Important Deadlines & Tips Early Deadlines Matter: Major full tuition grant allocations are processed early in the admissions cycle. Early submission ensures your file is reviewed before funding allocations are exhausted. Hard Deadlines: Supplemental grant materials must be in by the designated Hult Scholar Grant deadline for your intake cycle (typically early February for Fall enrollment). Late submissions are not accepted. Tuition Scope: The Hult Scholar Grant covers tuition only. Recipients remain responsible for housing, meals, travel, health insurance, and personal expenses.
