Is Hong Kong good for Indian students?

Yes. Degrees are taught in English, universities rank highly, and the IANG visa gives a clear two-year work pathway after graduation.

How much does it cost to study in Hong Kong?

Budget roughly INR 20-35 lakh per year including tuition and living costs; accommodation is the biggest variable.

Do I need Cantonese or Mandarin?

Not for study. Programs are in English, though basic Cantonese helps with daily life and some local roles.

Study in Hong Kong from India

Hong Kong offers globally ranked universities, English-taught degrees and one of the most generous post-study work policies in Asia. The IANG visa lets graduates stay and work for two years without a job offer, inside a city that is a gateway to finance, logistics and greater China business.

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Universities

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Post-study work

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Teaching language

September

Main intake

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Why students choose Hong Kong

IANG work visa

Graduates receive a two-year visa to live and work in Hong Kong with no employer sponsorship required.

Global rankings

Five Hong Kong universities appear in the global top 100, with English as the teaching language.

Finance careers

A dense concentration of investment banks, asset managers and fintech firms recruit locally.

Scholarships

Many universities offer substantial entrance scholarships and tuition waivers for strong Indian applicants.

Cost of studying in Hong Kong

Tuition (per year): HKD 150,000 - 320,000
Living expenses: HKD 80,000 - 120,000
Student visa: HKD 600 approx.
Health insurance: HKD 3,000 - 6,000

Intakes

September is the primary intake, with a smaller January entry for selected taught master's programs.

Work rights

Full-time students can take on-campus jobs and approved internships. After graduation, the IANG visa allows two years of unrestricted work, renewable towards permanent residency after seven years.

Top universities and colleges in Hong Kong

A starting shortlist of institutions our counsellors place students into every intake. Your final list is built around your grades, budget, test scores and target career, so treat this as a reference rather than a ranking.

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6 of 6 colleges

University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

Oldest and highest-ranked university in the city.

Chinese University of Hong Kong

Sha Tin

Strong in medicine, business and engineering.

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Clear Water Bay

Leading for technology, finance and MBA.

City University of Hong Kong

Kowloon Tong

Data science, creative media and engineering strengths.

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Hung Hom

Applied programs in design, hospitality and logistics.

Hong Kong Baptist University

Kowloon Tong

Well regarded for communication and business.

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Popular courses in Hong Kong

MSc FinanceMSc Computer ScienceMSc Business AnalyticsMBAMSc MarketingMSc Engineering

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