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3 Best Law Universities in Hong Kong

University of Hong Kong leads the 3 Law universities in Hong Kong at #17 in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Next come Chinese University of Hong Kong (QS World #36) and City University of Hong Kong (QS World #63). Across the whole list there are 10 courses to choose from.

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2Top pick
CU Chinese University of Hong Kong logo
QS World #36 #3 in Hong Kong Hong Kong, New Territories

Chinese University of Hong Kong

Public University · 8 courses in Law

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HKD 145,000 – HKD 195,000/yrTuition (indicative)
1963Founded
22,000Students
7,000International
Admissions open
#36 QS World University Rankings
#3 in Hong Kong

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How these universities are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #17 (University of Hong Kong) to #63 (City University of Hong Kong); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Hong Kong is cited most (22,535,057 citations).

Public, private and where they are

3 are public and 0 private (100% public). By location, Hong Kong Island (1), New Territories (1) and Kowloon (1) account for the most of those we can place. The oldest is University of Hong Kong, founded in 1911. University of Hong Kong is the largest, with 30,000 students.

Inside the course list

By level: 6 master's, 2 professional, 1 bachelor's and 1 phd / doctorate. The usual length is Full-time mode: one year (normative study period) – two year and Normative: 2 years; Maximum: 4 yearsNormative: 3 years; Maxi. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Chinese University of Hong Kong offers the widest choice, with 8 of these courses.

What it costs

We hold indicative fees for 3 of these universities. City University of Hong Kong is the least expensive at USD 18,000 a year and University of Hong Kong the most at USD 23,000; the middle of the range is about USD 22,000. Check each university's own fee page before you budget — figures change every year.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Hong Kong for Law?

University of Hong Kong (QS World #17), Chinese University of Hong Kong (QS World #36) and City University of Hong Kong (QS World #63) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Law in Hong Kong?

Of those with published fees, City University of Hong Kong is the least expensive at about USD 18,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How many public universities offer Law in Hong Kong?

3 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Law course take in Hong Kong?

Most listed courses run Full-time mode: one year (normative study period) – two year, with Normative: 2 years; Maximum: 4 yearsNormative: 3 years; Maxi the next most common.

When do Law courses start in Hong Kong?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most Law courses in Hong Kong?

Chinese University of Hong Kong, with 8, ahead of City University of Hong Kong (1).

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