The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) was officially established in 1963 as a public research university. It is the second-oldest university in the region. Its emblem is the fenghuang, a legendary Chinese bird regarded as the Bird of the South since the Han Dynasty. The bird stands for nobility, beauty, loyalty, and magnificence. The university's colors are purple and gold, representing commitment, loyalty, perseverance, and determination, respectively.

CUHK is the only university in Hong Kong that runs a college system. Every full-time undergraduate is affiliated with one of nine colleges. The student body draws on over 70 different nationalities, so CUHK is a large and internationally diverse community of high-caliber students and professionals. The university's motto is "In pursuit of learning, to attain the heights of excellence and virtue." The saying is attributed to Confucius.

One of the university's core missions is to help preserve, create, apply, and spread knowledge. It does this through teaching, research, and public service across a broad range of disciplines. To foster a diverse and inclusive environment for everyone, CUHK organizes events, symposiums, and more. These are meant to ensure that every individual on campus can take an active part.

If you are applying to an undergraduate program at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, you must meet the following requirements:

• Completion of 12 years of primary and secondary education
• High-GPA diploma
• Official transcripts and copies of degree qualification certificates
• International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma 
• English proficiency certificate obtained through recognized exams such as TOEFL or IELTS
• SAT / ACT and AP results

If you are applying to a graduate program at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, you must meet the following requirements:

• 4-year bachelor's degree diploma
• High GPA
• English proficiency certificate obtained through recognized exams such as TOEFL or IELTS
• Official transcripts listing the courses you took and the grades you received throughout your education
• GRE/GMAT scores may be required to meet program admission requirements.
• Certificates supporting professional/academic achievements

The Putonghua (Mandarin) Daytime Intensive Programmes is a certified language training program in which the school teaches Chinese to its students. Classes are held on the Shatin Campus.

You must obtain a student visa / entry permit to study in Hong Kong. Copies of visas, passports, and entry permits are required.

You will be assessed on your educational background and on your academic and non-academic achievements. If you are invited to an interview, your performance there is also taken into consideration.

The application fee is HKD 450.