Inbound Exchange Programmes

Students who are interested in studying in CityUHK as an exchange student can obtain useful information presented in the ensuing section.

Important dates

Online Application Period

Semester A (Fall Term):
8 April - 1 May

Semester B (Spring Term):
1 September - 1 October

Expected Date of Arrival

Semester A (Fall Term):
24 - 28 August 2026

Semester B (Spring Term):
4 - 8 January 2027

Student Orientation

Semester A (Fall Term):
The week of 24 August 2026

Semester B (Spring Term):
The week of 4 January 2027

Date of Commencement

Semester A (Fall Term):
31 August 2026

Semester B (Spring Term):
11 January 2027

End of Examination Period

Semester A (Fall Term):
19 December 2026

Semester B (Spring Term):
10 May 2027

Eligibility

To undertake exchange studies at CityUHK, students must satisfy ALL of the following requirements:

  • Have enrolled at one of our partner universities as a full-time student for no less than one academic year.
  • Meet the minimum academic "good standing" requirement at their home university.
  • Meet one of the English requirements if English is NOT the medium of instruction at their home university:
    • TOEFL 79 (internet-based test) or above; OR
    • IELTS 6.5 or above; OR
    • Chinese Mainland's College English Test (CET) Band 6 or above.
  • Be nominated by their university’s international office or unit concerned.

How to Apply

  • Partners should send their nominations to Janice Lam (jan.lam@cityu.edu.hk) before 8 April for Semester A or 1 September for Semester B.
  • Applicants must submit their application via online system : Account registration / Application login
  • Applicants must also submit the visa application by mailing. 

List of Required Documents

  • Academic Transcript 
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)

Visa Application

Exchange students are required to apply for a student visa to study in Hong Kong. You can submit your visa application through the visa application system after receiving your Letter of Acceptance.

For details on the visa application, please visit our Admissions Office.

Notification of Results

All application results will be notified in writing. Participating students are NOT advised to purchase an air ticket until they have received our acceptance letter.