SCHOLARSHIPS & SPECIAL SCHEMES We offer academic and non-academic scholarships to exceptional students based on competitive merit. These awards range from one-time to full scholarships with a living allowance and are renewable.
To be admitted to HKUST undergraduate programs, you should meet the specific subject requirements stated on the previous pages and the following:
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MERIT-based Scholarships
GENERAL ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Graduate from high school; and one of the following qualifications
Academic Admissions Scholarships For top students from all backgrounds, based on academic results, non-academic achievements, and other criteria
Scholarships for International / Asian Olympiad Medalists For International / Asian Olympiad medalists
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(i) ACT composite score of 24 or above (in one sitting and including Science section); or SAT total score of 1190 or above; AND American College Board Advanced Placement (AP) in two subjects, each with a score of 3 or above; OR (ii) American College Board Advanced Placement (AP) in five subjects, each with a score of 4 or above (i) Passes in at least three Advanced Level (AL) subjects in the GCEAL / International AL examinations; OR (ii) BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma
American Patterned System (SAT/ACT/AP) British Patterned System (GCEAL/IAL) International Baccalaureate (IB) Other Qualifications
Global Learners Scholarship For students from underrepresented nationalities, in support of the University’s goal of enhancing student diversity
APPLICATION-based Scholarships
Future Leaders Award For exceptional non-local students with financial need and strong academic performance
PRIORITY ROUND
IB Diploma
Application Closes Nov 25, 2026
Beyond Academic Admissions Scholarship (BAAS) For students with diverse talents and contributions beyond academics
Please refer to https://join.hkust.edu.hk/admissions/ international-qualifications for full details
ROLLING ADMISSIONS from Nov 26, 2026 Onwards
Student Athletes Admissions Scheme (SAAS) (For local students only) For student athletes to pursue their sporting ambitions while receiving a quality education and dedicated support
Application Closes June 30, 2027
More scholarships are available after admissions
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS One of the following qualifications
HOW TO APPLY Submit your online application. You may refer to our website for the documents required for submitting the application.
FEES AND COST OF LIVING
LOCAL STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR GOVERNMENT SUBSIDISED TUITION FEES @ for the 2027/28 academic year
NON-LOCAL STUDENTS # / LOCAL STUDENTS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR GOVERNMENT SUBSIDISED TUITION FEES @ for the 2027/28 academic year
Academic Module Overall Band: 6.0 (IELTS Academic for UKVI is also accepted.)
IELTS
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Prior to 21 January 2026 Total Score (in one sitting): 80
TUITION FEES ^
TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT)
HKD 49,500 (~USD6,300)
HKD 260,000 (~USD33,300)
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From 21 January 2026 onwards Total Score (in one sitting): 4.5
Choose Your Application Choices Max. 2 choices with indication of your alternative choices, if any
UNIVERSITY-PROVIDED ACCOMMODATION * for the 2026/27 residential year
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~HKD 16,000 - 39,000 (~USD2,000 - 5,000)
~HKD 21,000 - 51,000 (~USD2,700 - 6,500)
Score 590 in the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
SAT
excl. meals, air-conditioning and laundry charges
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Score 23 in both English and Reading
ACT
PERSONAL EXPENSES
~HKD 60,000 (~USD7,700)
English Language / English Literature: Grade 4 / Grade C English (Second Language): Grade 5 / Grade B
IGCSE/GCSE/ GCE O-Level
Nominate a Counselor for Predicted Scores if applicable
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TOTAL
English / English Literature: Grade E
~HKD 126,000 - 149,000 (~USD16,000 - 19,000)
~HKD 341,000 - 371,000 (~USD43,700 - 47,500)
GCE AS or A-Level
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English A: Language and Literature (Higher or Standard Level): Grade 4 English A: Literature (Higher or Standard Level): Grade 4 English Literature and Performance (Standard Level): Grade 4
International Baccalaureate (IB)
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@ Please visit the following link for details on the eligibility criteria for government subsidised tuition fees: https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202507/31/P2025073100290.htm. ^ For local students admitted to the five-year Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management, the tuition fee for the fifth year of study will be set at a different rate from the first four years of undergraduate studies, which is funded and set by the Government. As reference, the DDP 5th year tuition fee is HKD75,000 for 2027/28. * The accommodation fee for 2027/28 has not yet been announced. For the latest updates, please visit https://shrl.hkust.edu.hk/. # Non-local students refer to students holding: (1) a student visa/entry permit; or (2) a visa/entry permit under the Immigration Arrangement for Non-local Graduates; or (3) a dependent visa/entry permit who were 18 years old or above when they were issued with such visa/entry permit by the Director of Immigration. Tuition fees are subject to annual review by the HKSAR Government and the University. Information provided in this pamphlet is as of August 2026. HKUST reserves the right to change the content without prior notice.
English B (Higher Level): Grade 4 English B (Standard Level): Grade 5 Please refer to https://join.hkust.edu.hk/admissions/ international-qualifications for full details
Other Qualifications
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