The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology [HKUST] Admissions 2023-24: Acceptance Rate, Deadlines, Admission Process and Requirements

The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology International Admissions 

Prospective international candidates are advised to apply at the earliest for undergraduate and post- graduate programs as the university is highly competitive and accepts admission only till the availability of seats.

Candidates applying for any program must have ACT/ SAT test scores for UG admissions and GMAT/ GRE test scores for PG along with proof of English language proficiency.

The application requirement for international students at HKUST is listed below:

• Application Portal: HKUST Online Application Portal.
• Application Fee: 450HK$
• Application Requirement:
  • Complete application form.
  • Identity proof.
  • Copies of official transcripts and degree qualification certificates.
  • Institution Grading System Details
  • ACT/ SAT score (for UG), GMAT/ GRE scores (for PG)
  • Academic references.
  • Proof of scores of the tests to study in Hong Kong.

Admission Deadlines

The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology deadlines vary from course to course. deadlines for all its programs and courses.

The admission intake is twice a year during Fall and Spring season and candidates are requested to visit their relevant course site to check the deadline.

Also Check: Admission Deadlines of Top Universities in Hong Kong

English Proficiency Test Score for international students

HKUST approves TOEFL and IELTS as the English language requirement test from international applicants who are not from English-speaking countries. ELP tests can be waived for international candidates if their first language is English, or they have obtained the bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an institution where the medium of instruction was English.

The minimum score accepted by the university is tabulated below:

Visa Process for International Students

After accepting the admission offered from the university, candidates can apply for a Hong Kong student visa or an entry permit for their education at HKUST. International applicants are recommended to report two weeks prior to the commencement of their programs hence they should submit their application form at the earliest so that they can have ample time for visa process.

An amount of 550 HK$ is required to be paid along with the visa application/ study permit form.

The following documents are required for visa application:

• Visa/ Entry permit application form.
• Photocopy of identity proof (residence record, deed poll, marriage certificate, etc).
• Photocopy of admission offer letter.
• Photocopy of travel documents.
• Photocopy of financial proof (e.g. Bank statement, scholarship/ sponsorship offer letter)

After completing the visa application form along with supporting documents, candidates must mail it to HKUST where they will forward it to the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

After approval from the IMMD, HKUST will collect their visa and deliver it to the candidate's address.