City University of Hong Kong English Requirements
Hong Kong
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is a public research university located in Kowloon, Hong Kong. It is known for its professional education and innovative research, and was ranked as the Most International University in the World by Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025. The university offers a wide range of disciplines including business, computing, creative media, engineering, law, liberal arts and social sciences, science, and veterinary medicine, with English as the medium of instruction.
Quick answer
City University of Hong Kong accepts IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, and Cambridge English for international admission. Undergraduate applicants typically need TOEFL iBT 79 (0–120) and IELTS Academic 6.5.
Undergraduate requirements
The university-wide standard for first-year international applicants.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 790–120≈41–6 | |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | Unknown | |
| Cambridge English | No published minimum |
Graduate requirements
The university-wide standard for graduate and postgraduate international applicants. Individual programs may require higher scores.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 790–120≈41–6 | |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | Unknown | |
| Cambridge English | Unknown |
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Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL iBT score do I need for City University of Hong Kong?+
Undergraduate admission to City University of Hong Kong requires TOEFL iBT 79 (0–120) or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
What IELTS Academic score do I need for City University of Hong Kong?+
Undergraduate admission to City University of Hong Kong requires IELTS Academic 6.5 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
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