How much does it cost to study abroad in Hong Kong per year?

Details of study abroad fees at the University of Hong Kong:

1. Accommodation and rent costs

The dormitories of Hong Kong universities are divided into two-person rooms and three-person rooms, all equipped with air conditioning , kitchen and other equipment, and a year's accommodation fee is generally around HK$9,000. Since non-local students (mainland students and international students) must stay in dormitories, dormitories are limited, so there are generally fewer local students in Hong Kong. In addition, university dormitories in Hong Kong do not provide pillows, quilts and other items. The price of quilts there is relatively high, so remember to bring suitable quilts when you go to Hong Kong. If you rent quilts from the dormitory management station, the price will be very expensive, about 35 Hong Kong dollars per day.

If you don’t want to live in a dormitory, you can also choose to rent a house by yourself. From bunkhouses in tenement houses to hotels, the difference is huge. Basically, a bunkhouse in a tenement house costs 1,000-1,500, and a single room is twice the price; a bunkhouse in a western-style building costs 1,200-2,500, and there are also less 2,500-3,000, and a single room is twice the price. If you live in the living room, it costs 1,000-2,500, and there are also living rooms with large openings that cost more than 3,000. The village houses near the campuses of Chinese Language and Science and Technology University are very cheap, and single rooms are often available for less than 2,000. HKU is located in Hong Kong Island, so accommodation is more expensive.

2. Tuition fees

From 98,000 for liberal arts to 180,000 for business, not counting those who study for two years, and MBA is incredibly expensive. Generally, the average cost of a three-year graduate degree is 11.9 ×3=357,000 Hong Kong dollars (semester length: usually about 8 months per year). The specific fees are listed in detail on each school's website.

3. Book fees

Depending on the major studied, generally speaking, they range from a few hundred to thousands of yuan.

4. Living expenses

Living expenses (including transportation, shopping, class reunions, short trips), in the case of normal life rather than uncontrolled buying and selling, approximately 1200-2000 HKD/month. In terms of transportation, the subway for students is half price, minibuses and buses are not discounted, and the phone bill is 128 yuan for a fixed package. Domestic long-distance calls are extra. It costs about 5,000 yuan a year, not counting air tickets.

5. School cafeteria food expenses

60 (per day) × 30 = 1,800 Hong Kong dollars/month. School dormitories will be equipped with kitchens. It will definitely be cheaper if you cook by yourself.

In general, students at the University of Hong Kong spend about HK$160,000-180,000 per year. Studying in Hong Kong for three years will cost about HK$480,000-540,000. So how can we save money? The editor below will show you~

Part-time job after school hours

Teaching Mandarin as an example can earn 100-120 Hong Kong dollars per hour, which is also a good way to supplement family income. method.

Hong Kong University Study Abroad Application Scholarship

Hong Kong University’s entrance scholarship is up to HKD 140,000 per year and will be awarded for three years. In other words, the cost of studying abroad at the University of Hong Kong can basically be offset by scholarships. You will receive a scholarship of RMB 30,000 in the first year of the training program. In addition, there are about 1,000 scholarships of different categories for all current students to apply for, which are used to reward students for their outstanding performance in academics, sports or social services.

Generally speaking, it is easier to apply for department scholarships, while applying for school scholarships or college scholarships are inseparable from your grades. The specific scholarship amount is subject to the school's official website.