Other Fees
A schedule of other fees that are chargeable to students is published in the Student Handbook. All students are advised to refer to the Student Handbook on web for details.
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Caution Money
Caution money is chargeable to all students at first registration. This sum is refundable to students who withdraw from study properly if they have no outstanding fees / claims to be paid to the University and they have returned their student identity card. The sum will be converted to the graduation fee upon completion of a scheme / programme.
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General Expenses
Non-local students should be aware of the high cost of living in Hong Kong. Apart from tuition fee and hall fees, academic expenses (excluding computer and related expenses) for full-time students are likely to be in the region of HK$7,000 – HK$10,000* for most disciplines and around HK$30,000 for design programmes. Basic meal charges at campus catering outlets are likely to be about HK$52,000* per annum (or about HK$37,725 if summer terms are excluded).
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* This is only an estimate;?specific disciplines may have higher academic expenses. Living expenses vary for individuals, students may wish to allow funds for personal items, entertainment, overseas travel, medical expenses, etc.
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In general, the average spending per academic year would be around HK$261,395?(USD33,513).
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Amount per academic year |
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| Tuition fee | HK$175,000 (USD: 22,436) |
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University-managed accommodation# #Normally granted for the first year?for 2025/26?intake cohort |
HK$16,045?(USD: 2,057)+ |
| Basic meal charges at campus catering outlets | HK$52,000 (USD: 6,667) |
| Personal expenses | HK$18,350 (USD: 2,353) |
| ? | HK$261,395?(USD: 33,513) |
+ The rent of HK$16,045 (USD2,057) is charged in the 2024/25 academic year. The lodging fees for 2025/26 will be announced in due courses.
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The above estimates are for reference only. ?The actual amount required will vary depending on individuals' lifestyles and preferences. ?Approximate exchange rate is USD1.00 = HK$7.80.
