Secondary School Scholarship Programme

Profile

Beijing World Youth Academy (BWYA) is an independent, international, day school located in Beijing. Founded in 2001 with a small cohort of students studying the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, it has now grown into a large K-12 school with over 1100 students. BWYA has developed a reputation for academic excellence coupled with a strong sense of community. We educate students with English and Chinese as the main language of instruction, as well as with a commitment to the Chinese government education policies for national students. BWYA is authorised with International Baccalaureate Organisation (IB), Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), and accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The school is also a member of Association of China and Mongolia International Schools (ACAMIS) and East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS).

Mission

Beijing World Youth Academy strives to provide members of our community excellent learning opportunities that incorporate critical investigation, exposure to different cultural perspectives and assessment against objective criteria. Our mission is to develop principled, open-minded thinkers who are capable of integrating with diverse international communities and who are empowered to shape their environs for the improvement of quality of life for themselves and others.

Values

As a school community, these are our values:

Compassion: We respect and empathise with the rights, opinions, culture and feelings of others.
Trust: We believe that honesty, integrity and reliability in ourselves and others, forms the cornerstone of our community.
Solidarity: We value harmony and oneness while recognising the individuality of each person in our community.
Collaboration: We recognise that the development of the student is the shared responsibility between the student, the family and the school.

Schoolwide Learner Outcomes

We have adopted the International Baccalaureate ® (IB) Learner Profile, which describes a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond academic success, as our Schoolwide Learning Outcomes as part of our commitment to help all members of the school community learn to respect themselves, others and the world around them.

As learners we strive to be:

Inquirers: We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.
Knowledgeable: We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.
Thinkers: We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
Communicators: We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.
Principled: We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.
Open-minded: We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.
Caring: We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.
Risk-takers: We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.
Balanced: We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives — intellectual, physical, and emotional — to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognise our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.
Reflective: We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.

Rationale

At BWYA we encourage students to strive for excellence in both academic and personal growth.To recognise their efforts and successes, we offer scholarships in two categories: the Excellence Scholarship for Grades 8 to 12, and the Special Talent Scholarship for Grades 6 to 11.

Policy and Implementation

For the 2026-2027 academic year, we have expanded scholarship eligibility in Grades 8 to 10 by adjusting the academic attainment criteria and recognising a broader range of student achievements. This change reflects our belief that students' personal growth, effort, and commitment, alongside their academic progress and success, should be honoured.

Excellence Scholarship (Grades 8-12)

This scholarship is awarded based on a student's commitment to the BWYA mission and values, along with their outstanding academic performance. Leadership, service, character, and integrity are fundamental characteristics expected of recipients.

Requirements

To be eligible for the Excellence Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

Have studied at BWYA for at least one full school year.
Achieve excellent academic performance as specified in the Scholarship Scheme for each grade (see attachment for details).
Meet all the Xuekao requirements (Grades 8 and 9).
Achieve a minimum grade of C in the Music Ensemble Programme (Grade 8).
Achieve a minimum grade of 5 for an MYP elective course or B for an IGCSE elective course (Grades 9 and 10).
Achieve a minimum score of 5 for the Personal Project (PP) from IB moderation (Grade 10).
Achieve an A or B for Theory of Knowledge (Grade 11).
Have SA or CAS overall progress and achievement rated as "On Track" or "Excellent".
Follow school policies and procedures.
Demonstrate good learner qualities as described in the Schoolwide Learner Outcomes (SLOs).
Actively participate in co-curricular programmes.
Maintain good attendance with no tardiness or absences without parental excusals.
Students who repeat a year are ineligible.

Special Talent Scholarship (Grades 6-11)

This scholarship aims to recognise students with notable talents and achievements through participation in the following school-organized co-curricular programmes and clubs:

BWYA Athletics Programme
BWYA Orchestra
BWYA Jazz Band
Robotics Club
Senior Model United Nations (MUN) Club
Creative Media - Wolfbites and Film Festival

General Requirements

Have studied at BWYA for at least one full school year.
Meet the academic attainments as specified in the Promotion Policy.
Have SA or CAS overall progress and achievement on track or excellent.
Follow school policies and procedures.
Demonstrate good learner qualities as described in the SLOs.
Maintain good attendance with no tardiness or absences without parental excusals.

Specific Requirements for Each Special Talent Scholarship

Athletics Scholarship

Actively participate in at least two seasonal sports in a school year, or maintain consistent participation in the swimming team.
Engage in sports with a high standard of performance.
Demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship, and team spirit in games and events.

BWYA Orchestra Scholarship

Have at least two continuous years of participation in the BWYA Orchestra.
Display exceptional instrumental and musical talent.
Attend rehearsals and performances regularly.
Demonstrate commitment, responsibility, and principled character by assuming additional tasks that contribute to the growth of BWYA or ensure rehearsals/events run smoothly (e.g., helping with tuning instruments, supporting younger or less experienced members, setting up and taking down equipment).

BWYA Jazz Band Scholarship

Have at least three continuous years as a member of the BWYA Jazz Band.
Demonstrate excellent musical skills.
Exhibit strong leadership and teamwork.

Robotics Scholarship

Have at least two continuous years of participation in the Robotics Club.
Achieve outstanding results in tournaments beyond normal expectations.
Work diligently to develop talents through following instructions and self-study.
Demonstrate resilience in the face of adversity with reflection and solutions.
Act as a real team player who is respectful to others, lifts the team during difficult times, and takes team goals seriously.

MUN Scholarship

Have at least two continuous years of active participation in the Senior MUN Club.
Demonstrate commitment to preparing all club members for conferences.
Demonstrate expertise in world issues and actively share this knowledge with club members.
Hold leadership positions in local and international MUN conferences.
Serve as an inspiring role model for club members.

Creative Media Scholarship

Have at least two continuous years of active participation in both Wolfbites and the Film Festival.
Demonstrate commitment by dedicating significant time, including after-school involvement, to projects and events.
Produce high-quality creative outputs (e.g., articles, films, festival organisation, promotional content).
Demonstrate great teamwork and leadership in carrying out responsibilities.
Contribute positively to the school culture through communication, creativity, and public engagement.

Scholarship Committee

The Scholarship Committee is responsible for implementing this scholarship programme. The committee comprises the following members:

Principal
Head of Middle School
Head of High School
Programme Coordinators for IGCSE, MYP, and DP
Coordinators for SA, CAS, CP, and PP
Director of the Athletics Programme
Conductors of the BWYA Orchestra and the BWYA Jazz Band
Directors of the Senior MUN Club
Supervisors of the Robotics Club, the Wolfbites and the Film Festival

Scholarship Selection Process and Presentation

Grades 6 to 11 — The Scholarship Committee conducts a preliminary selection in July. In August, the committee finalizes the selection and submits a shortlist to the school board for approval. Both scholarships are presented at an award ceremony at the beginning of the school year. Winners receive a certificate and a coupon, which can be deducted from the following year's tuition (Grades 6 to 10), or exchanged for money via bank transfer upon graduation (Grade 11).

Grade 12 — The principal and the DP faculty select recipients of the Excellence Scholarship. Students chosen as senior award winners receive the scholarship at their May graduation ceremony. Additionally, in August, the principal selects winners based on the academic attainment for Grade 12 (see attachment). The scholarship is delivered via bank transfer at the beginning of the school year.

This policy is reviewed and updated at the beginning of each school year by the principal.

Last update: September 2026

Attachment: Scholarship Schemes for Grades 8-12

Scholarship Scheme - Grade 8

Prize	Academic Attainment	Additional Conditions	Note
1st Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 48 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 62		In Semester 1, all 8 MYP subjects contribute to the total grade. In Semester 2, all 9 MYP subjects contribute to the total grade.
2nd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 44 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 58	Semester 2 grade ≥ 5; a maximum of one grade of 5 is permitted.
3rd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 38 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 45	Semester 2 grade ≥ 4; a maximum of two grades of 4 is permitted.

Scholarship Scheme - Grade 9

Prize	Academic Attainment	Additional Conditions	Note
1st Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 47 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 48		MYP students have the following 7 subjects that contribute to the grade total: Chinese, English, Ind&Soc, Physics, Chemistry, Math, and PHE.
2nd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 45 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 46	Semester 2 grade ≥ 5; a maximum of one grade 5 is permitted.	IGCSE students have the following 7 subjects that contribute to the grade total: Chinese, English, History, Enterprise, Coordinated Science, Math, and PHE.
3rd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 41 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 42	Semester 2 grade ≥ 5; a maximum of two grades of 5 is permitted.	IGCSE grade conversion: A* = 7, A = 6, B = 5

Scholarship Scheme - Grade 10

Prize	Academic Attainment	Additional Conditions	Note
1st Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 40 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 41	PP ≥ 6 (IB moderation).	The following 4 subjects and one subject in each of the 2 subject groups contribute to the grade total: Subjects: Chinese, English, Math and PHE
2nd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 38 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 39	PP ≥ 6 (IB moderation) Semester 2 grade ≥ 6	Humanities group: Economics, Business, Psychology, Ind&Soc Science group: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, DT, Computer Science
3rd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 34 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 35	PP ≥ 5 (IB moderation) Semester 2 grade ≥ 5; a maximum of two grades of 5 is permitted.	IGCSE grade conversion: A* = 7; A = 6; B = 5.

Scholarship Scheme - Grade 10 (External Assessment Only)

Prize	Academic Attainment	Note
1st Prize	• A* for Chinese, English, Math, and Science or Humanities. • A or above for all remaining subjects.	The academic attainment is based on all subjects, excluding electives, with grades awarded by Cambridge.
2nd Prize	• A* for English and one other subject. • A or above for all remaining subjects.
3rd Prize	• B or above for all subjects. • A maximum of one B is allowed.

Scholarship Scheme - Grade 11 (DP1)

Prize	Academic Attainment	Additional Conditions
1st Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 40 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 41
2nd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 38 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 39	Semester 2 grade ≥ 6
3rd Prize	Semester 1 grade total ≥ 36 Semester 2 grade total ≥ 37	Semester 2 grade ≥ 5, and a maximum of one grade of 5 is permitted.

Scholarship Scheme - Grade 12 (DP2)

Academic Attainment	Note
IB May Exam total points ≥ 40	The IB publishes the May examination results at the beginning of July each year. Scholarship selection is completed in August, and the award is distributed in September.