Schools
2
Lowest Tuition
$20,000
per year
Avg Acceptance Rate
23%
English Programs
Yes
Essentials for US Students
Visa / Permit
US students do not need a visa to enter Hong Kong for stays up to 90 days. For full degree study, your university applies for your student visa on your behalf after you accept your offer. You'll receive a visa label to insert in your passport.
Application Tip
Both HKU and HKUST are fully English-medium, globally ranked, and located in one of Asia's most exciting cities. Hong Kong's financial services sector offers strong internship pipelines. The political situation since 2020 is worth researching before committing.
Tuition Overview
HKU and HKUST charge approximately HKD 145,000–200,000/yr (~$18,500–$25,500 USD) for international undergraduates. Costs are high but comparable to mid-range US private universities.
2 Schools in Hong Kong SAR
University of Hong Kong (HKU)
Hong Kong
Asia's most international university, offering a unique gateway between East and West.
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
Hong Kong
Asia's top science and engineering university with a stunning seaside campus and entrepreneurial culture.
Scholarships to Explore
HKU offers the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (up to HKD $240,000 over 4 years) for top international students. HKUST has the HKUST Scholarship for outstanding applicants. The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme is exceptional for graduate students.
- ✓HKU Presidential Scholarships
- ✓HKU Foundation Scholarships
- ✓HKUST Scholarship
- ✓Reach Out Award
About Studying in Hong Kong SAR as a US Student
There are 2 universities in Hong Kong SAR featured in this directory, led by University of Hong Kong (HKU) (ranked #17 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $20,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 23% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Hong Kong SAR accessible without prior language training for many degrees.