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About HKUST
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) — public non-profit university. It is located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. It is a young higher education institution, as it was opened in 1991. As an active member of The Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), The Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL), The Association of East Asian Research Universities (AEARU), The International Association of Universities (IAU), HKUST is participating in developing the academic environment.
QS International Ranking of best universities placed the institution among the top-50 in the world. The university is in top-70 of the independent international ranking THE.
At HKUST, you can get a bachelor, master and doctorate degree in different fields of study.
- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Establishment year
- 1991
- Students
- 9,668
- International students
- 3,119
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Accounting & Finance | 34 |
Engineering & Technology | 52 |
Social Sciences & Management | 60 |
Natural Sciences | 85 |

HKUST tuition fees
The academic calendar at HKUST is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Hong Kong. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 5,428 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 5,399 USD. The university has several scholarships and student financial support programs that help students cover part of their tuition costs. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local5,428USD/year
- Foreign18,052USD/year
- Master
- Foreign5,428USD/year
- Doctorate
- Foreign5,399USD/year
Study programs at HKUST
Other
BBA in Economics
- Study degree
- BBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
BBA in Finance
- Study degree
- BBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
BBA in Global Business
- Study degree
- BBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
BBA in Information Systems
- Study degree
- BBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
BBA in Management
- Study degree
- BBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Digital MBA for Global Leaders (DiMBA)
- Study degree
- MBA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
HKUST Executive Master of Business Administration (HKUST EMBA)
- Study degree
- EMBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Part-time
Kellogg-HKUST Executive Master of Business Administration (KH EMBA)
- Study degree
- EMBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Master in Public Management (MPM)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Master in Public Policy (MPP)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
- Study degree
- DBA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Part-time
PhD in Accounting
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Economics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Humanities
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Information Systems
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time

Bachelor degree at HKUST
In order to enroll in an undergraduate program at HKUST, you must have a good academic record. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the ACT or SAT results. The IB diploma is accepted upon admission.
Master's degree at HKUST
To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at HKUST.
HKUST campus
The campus of the educational institution is located in Hong Kong. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. The university has a library where students can do their homework, write scientific papers or just read interesting books. Foreigners who come to HKUST through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes

What to do after graduation
After graduation, students are allowed to stay in Hong Kong for a year. During this time, graduates can find a job and change their student visa to a work one. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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