Inbound Student Exchange

Studying abroad is life-changing!
Start your new journey with CityUHK as we offer the best location in town for exploring Hong Kong and your future.

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Why CityUHK

  • Ranked 62th in the world for QS World University Rankings 2025
     
  • English as the medium of instruction
     
  • Innovative curricula for cross-disciplinary research and professional education
     
  • World-class faculty
     
  • Excellent network of student services
     
  • Centrally located in the heart of the city
     
  • A culturally rich campus with 8000+ non-local students from 80+ countries/regions

Important Information

Students from partner institutions are welcome to join CityUHK through our fee-waived Inbound Student Exchange Programme. You must be nominated for the programme by your home institution. 

( If your home institution is not on our partner institutions list, you may consider applying as a fee-paying Visiting Student. )

Nomination
Before you apply, please contact your home institution to nominate you. Click to check if your home institution is one of our partners.
Application
Academic Calendar
Courses
Course offerings may change from semester to semester. Click for detailed course information and class schedule.
Visa
Any person who does not have the right of abode or right to land but wishes to study in Hong Kong must obtain a valid student visa (or entry permit for students from Mainland China) from the Hong Kong Immigration Department in advance. Click for details.
Insurance
It is mandatory for non-local students to have suitable and adequate insurance throughout the entire period of study at CityUHK. Click for details.
Cost of Living
Accommodation
Orientation
Participation in the University Orientation Programme is mandatory. It normally starts one week before the semester commences. Click for details.
Important Dates
FAQ

We Welcome Students From our 400+ Partner Institutions!

Check if your home institution is on our list!

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