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The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)

🏆 #36 in the world (QS)🎓 Founded in 1963🌏 A collegiate system
Hong KongLocation
1963Founded
large universityStudents
to be confirmedTuition from
QS: 36World ranking
EnglishLanguage of instruction
Residence hallAccommodation
Biomedicine · IT · Linguistics · BusinessPopular fields

About the university

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is one of the leading universities in Hong Kong and Asia, founded in 1963 and among the world's top 40. CUHK is strong in biomedicine, IT, linguistics and business, and is unique for its Oxford- and Cambridge-style collegiate system.

Instruction in English, an expansive green campus and an international research environment make CUHK one of the best choices in the region.

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) in rankings

CUHK - among the world's top 40:

  • #36 in the world - QS World University Rankings
  • An Oxbridge-style collegiate system
  • Strong in biomedicine, IT and linguistics

Campus and infrastructure

CUHK's expansive green campus is one of Hong Kong's largest, with colleges, research centers and residences.

1963year founded
QS 36world ranking
Eng.language of instruction

Faculties and programs

CUHK is strong across a wide range of fields:

  • Biomedicine & Medicine
  • Computer Science & IT
  • Linguistics & Translation
  • Business
  • Social Sciences

Not sure which field to choose?

We'll match a program to your goals and help you apply - in a free consultation.

How to apply

Admission is based on your diploma and IELTS/TOEFL. Competition is high.

Documents for admission

  • Passport
  • School certificate and transcript
  • IELTS/TOEFL certificate
  • Motivation essay
  • Recommendation letters

Exact requirements depend on the program - we'll help you prepare.

Tuition and living costs

Tuition applies; we'll confirm the exact amounts and scholarships during a consultation.

Prices are approximate (converted from rubles at ≈80 ₽/$). We'll confirm the full pre-discount cost and current amounts for the relevant academic year from official sources during your consultation.

Accommodation and student life

CUHK has one of Hong Kong's greenest campuses, with residential colleges.

Student reviews

★★★★★

«Special thanks for the help with the dormitory and the residence permit - that was the scariest part, and it turned out easier than I thought.»

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Arman KimBusiness · Kazakhstan
★★★★★

«At first I considered other countries, but in terms of price and quality The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) turned out to be the best option. I have not regretted it once.»

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Oksana ShevchenkoSocial Sciences · Ukraine
★★★★★

«I liked that one person worked with me and was always in touch. Admission to The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) was transparent, with no hidden fees.»

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Ani SargsyanBiomedicine & Medicine · Armenia

FAQ

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#36 in the world by QS.

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Other universities - studying in Hong Kong: The University of Hong Kong (HKU) · Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). All options are on the page studying in Hong Kong.

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