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The University of Hong Kong

The highest priorities of The University of Hong Kong are to create opportunities for the very best academic talent to excel and advance human knowledge for the benefit of society. To ensure this, the University will create a world-class intellectual environment in which all its staff are recognised and rewarded for their contributions and achievements. In this way, the University will strive to meet the needs of Hong Kong, the wider region and the rest of the world.

Known as the “Ivy League” of Asia
Acceptance rate - 10%
Number of students - 19,958 Number of students - 19,958
International students - 42% International students - 42%
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#26 in the World QS World 2024
#4 in Asia QS - Asian Universities
#14 - in Architecture QS by subject
#2 - in Hong Kong U.S. News & World Report

Quick Facts

Known as the “Ivy League” of Asia Known as the “Ivy League” of Asia
Acceptance rate - 10% Acceptance rate - 10%
Number of students - 19,958 Number of students - 19,958
International students - 42% International students - 42%

About University

As the oldest local institution of higher education, HKU reflects the unique essence of both Hong Kong’s past and present. Established on 16 March 1910, when Sir Frederick Lugard, the Governor of Hong Kong, laid the foundation stone, the university combines ornate colonial architecture with state-of-the-art laboratories and a progressive approach to teaching and research. Admission to HKU is highly competitive. In 2016, the university received approximately 40,000 applications for undergraduate study, more than 16,000 of which were from outside the Hong Kong school system. For applicants from mainland China, the admission rate was 1 student for every 21 applications.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

HKU Business School

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Engineering

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Science

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Social Sciences

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Architecture

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Faculty of Arts

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 24 Aug, 2025
Closed
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Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 24 Aug, 2026
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Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

4.5

Motivation Letter Required
Recommendation Letter Required

Standardized Tests

ACT
Overall Score

31

English Language Level

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL iBT

93

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply The University of Hong Kong

1

Create an app account

2

Fill out the online application

https://ug.hku.hk/hku-applicant/hku/index/login.xhtml

3

Pay the registration fee

HKU charges USD 60 for document review.

4

Upload supporting documents

Upload all documents such as Passport, Transcripts, Test Certificates and others to the portal.

5

Check the status of your application

6

Interview and testing

After reviewing your documents, HKU will arrange an interview to get to know you and learn more about your plans and motivations. You may also be asked to take certain tests to assess your academic ability.

7

Accepting an invitation

If accepted by the university, you will receive a notification by email.

8

Student visa

After receiving an invitation from the university, HKU representatives

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$23,300/year
Includes academic materials
Student housing/off-campus housing
$5,000/year
Food expenses
$6,300/year
Scholarships
• HKU Foundation Scholarship for President’s Scholars • The Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman's Scholarship • HKU Scholarships for Future Leaders • HKU Belt and Road Scholarship • HKU Entrance Scholarships for International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Students • HKU Entrance Scholarships for GCE A-Level and International Advanced Level Qualified Students • HKU Entrance Scholarships for Outstanding Students (Other Qualifications Holders) • HeForShe IMPACT Champion Scholarships

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Student houses

World-class facility

• Mong Kwok Ping Garden (aka Lily Pond)

World-class facility

• HKU Main Library

World-class facility

• HKU Main Building

World-class facility