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uFinance Empowers Tertiary Students to Overcome Tuition Pressures and Navigate Grant Loan Challenges with Ease

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 October 2025 - For Hong Kong tertiary students, pursuing dreams often comes with financial pressures. While applying for the government's Student Financial Assistance Scheme ("Grant Loan") is a common option, its complex application process and strict deadlines frequently catch students off guard, potentially leading to missed tuition payments and penalties.

uFinance, a dedicated student loan platform, addresses this pain point by offering flexible tuition loan and student loan solutions, enabling students to resolve urgent financial needs swiftly, stay focused on their studies, and pursue their dreams without financial burdens.

Tuition Loans: A Swift Solution to Grant Loan Application Challenges

The Grant Loan application process is cumbersome, requiring extensive documentation and lengthy approval times, which can result in students missing tuition deadlines, facing penalties, or even disrupting their academic progress. uFinance's tailored tuition loan for university students provides an immediate solution, with approved funds directly deposited into school accounts, bypassing the need for students to handle the funds themselves, ensuring timely tuition payments. The plan introduces Hong Kong's first "Lowest Interest Guarantee," with an annual percentage rate as low as 6%, a maximum loan of $22,250 per semester, and flexible repayment terms ranging from 6 to 48 months. Students who receive Grant Loan funding can repay the full balance at any time without additional fees, seamlessly complementing the government's financial aid.

Fully Online Loan Application: Simple and Confidential

Compared to the complex Grant Loan application process, uFinance's student loan and tuition loan are remarkably straightforward, with a fully online application system. Tertiary students only need to complete an online form and upload required documents, with no need for in-person visits. The customer service team conducts identity verification and approval via phone, ensuring privacy. uFinance guarantees that no applicant information or loan records will be disclosed to schools or third parties, with all communication conducted by phone to eliminate the risk of mailed correspondence. With over 20,000 successful applications, uFinance's robust privacy measures allow students to borrow with confidence, focusing on goals like overseas exchange programs, skill development, or entrepreneurial ventures.

uFinance: More Than Loans, a Comprehensive Support Platform for Students

Beyond providing tuition and student loans to address immediate financial needs, uFinance is committed to being a growth partner for tertiary students. The platform offers internship and job information, financial advice, and lifestyle tips to help students prepare for their future. Additionally, uFinance collaborates with various commercial organizations to provide exclusive discounts, encouraging students to build sound financial habits. By combining flexible loan solutions with Grant Loan support, uFinance empowers tertiary students to pursue their academic and personal aspirations without financial worries.


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About uFinance

("uFinance") was established in 2018 to provide the most suitable financial support for tertiary students in Hong Kong, enabling them to manage their own finances and take advantage of every learning opportunity. Compared to traditional financial institutions, uFinance does not require income proof as an approval criterion, nor does it require students to provide proof of address. Students are required to upload 2 documents (ID card and student card) to apply for the offered by uFinance. Since its inception, uFinance has served more than 20,000 students and has worked with over 200 societies from tertiary institutions.

Beyond financial support, uFinance also provides a one-stop information platform for tertiary students, including information on job hunting, internships, sponsorship and further studies, so that they can have a solid foundation to face different challenges before starting their careers. uFinance, Right After You!

For more information, please visit the uFinance website:

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