The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR hkust.edu.hk(opens in a new tab)Founded 1991
Overview
A young research university on Clear Water Bay, top-ranked in business, engineering and technology.
- Degree levels
- Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
- Language of instruction
- English
- Ranking
- #33 in QS World University Rankings 2027
QS 2027 indicator scores
Overall 86.4/100- Academic reputation89.9
- Employer reputation73.8
- Employment outcomes86.5
- Faculty–student ratio70.2
- International students99.9
- Citations per faculty100
- Sustainability81.1
Scores out of 100, published by QS. Higher is better.
Admissions
- Selectivity
- Highly selective
- A general characterisation, not an admission rate.
- How to apply
- Directly through the university
Requirements
English proficiency
Minimum not captured
Check the official English requirement for your programme.
Standardized testing
Varies — check policy
Confirm testing requirements for your curriculum on the official site.
Deadlines
Application
Varies by programme — confirm on the official admissions site
These describe the usual timing from previous cycles. Exact dates change every year — confirm them on the official site before planning.
Tuition
Annual tuition (international)
Est. HK$170,000+ per year for non-local students
Scholarships & financial aid
Merit scholarships
Scholarships for outstanding non-local students.
Programs
- Global Business
- Quantitative Finance
- Computer Science
- Data Science & Technology
- Electronic Engineering
Fields: Business & Management · Engineering · Computer Science · Finance & Accounting · Data Science & AI · Natural Sciences
International students
International applicants should check programme-specific requirements on the official admissions pages.
Application
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