Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Hong Kong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational HK higher education institution. The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 60-year-old HK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CUHK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name | The Chinese University of Hong Kong ![]() |
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Name (Non Latin) | 香港中文大学 |
Acronym | CUHK |
Founded | 1963 |
Motto | Through Learning and Temperance to Virtue |
Colours | Purple and gold |
Mascot | Chinese Phoenix |
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Address | Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong Hong Kong |
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+852 3943 7000 |
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+852 2603 5544 |
What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.
The following The Chinese University of Hong Kong's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The Chinese University of Hong Kong's academic range and degree level offering.
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Click here to explore a list of The Chinese University of Hong Kong courses and programs or, if not available yet, search for them with our Search Engine powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.
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Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.
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Local students |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
International students |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic The Chinese University of Hong Kong's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has The Chinese University of Hong Kong a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).
The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a public higher education institution.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of The Chinese University of Hong Kong's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of The Chinese University of Hong Kong's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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The Chinese University of Hong Kong is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR
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uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The Chinese University of Hong Kong's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.
Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the The Chinese University of Hong Kong 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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