Exchange: University of Hong Kong

HKU has consistently been ranked as one of the best universities in Asia. The QS World University Rankings places it as 26th in the world. Students have taken courses here in areas such as Sociology and Commerce here, as well as participated in the Law Exchange program.

Credit Equivalency: 60 Credits = 5.0 UofT FCE

Available Courses: Check here.

Restricted Courses: The following programmes/courses are NOT open to exchange students.

  • – Faculty of Dentistry
  • – Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine
  • – BSc (Exercise and Health) Programme
  • – Most final year project courses offered by all faculties
  • – Taught postgraduate programmes (graduate-level courses)

Housing: On-campus housing is not guaranteed, but the host institution will assist in securing housing. Please find more information here.

Specific funding available: Hong Kong University Alumni Association (Ontario) Chinese Cultural Heritage Award for an undergraduate or graduate student going to the University of Hong Kong. Based on financial needs (apply for funding through CIE).

Location

Country(ies): Hong Kong
City: Hong Kong
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: Fall (Aug-Dec), Winter (Jan-May), Full-Year (Aug-May)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Fall/Full Year Deadline: January 14, 2026
Winter Deadline: April 8, 2026

Details

Language of Study: English
Level of Study: Undergrad
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fee
Funding: IE Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Applied Science and Engineering, Arts and Science (St. George), Arts and Science (UTM), Arts and Science (UTSC), Faculty of Information, Faculty of Law (JD), Faculty of Music, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design, Kinesiology and Physical Education, Rotman Commerce
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.25 (3 for Business and Economics, 3.33 for Law) and B for Grad