Chinese University of Hong Kong

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   The short answer

   The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a public research university in Hong Kong, and it suits students who want a large university with an established international student presence. It is a strong option if you are comparing Hong Kong universities by scale, global profile, and tuition range.

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   What you can study

   The university is a public research university, but no subject areas or programme titles are listed here. If you are deciding whether it matches your field, check the official university website for the current programme catalogue and entry requirements.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current requirements for their chosen programme, including document lists, deadlines, and any English-language evidence required by that programme. The university website is the place to confirm exact procedures and whether extra steps apply to applicants from your country.

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   What it costs

   Undergraduate or programme tuition is listed at HKD 145,000 to HKD 195,000. Living costs in Hong Kong will be additional and vary by housing, transport, and daily spending, so confirm the total budget with the university and your own accommodation plans.

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   Coming from abroad

   Instruction language is not stated here, so confirm it on the programme page before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check visa steps, tuition payment timing, housing options, and whether your programme has separate language or document requirements.

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   How it compares

   Among the 18 universities in Hong Kong, CUHK sits as a large public research university with 22,000 students and 7,000 international students. That makes it a relevant choice if you want a university with substantial international presence rather than a smaller specialist institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.