CSE Engineering Exchange: Hong Kong (Summer Session)
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CSE freshman and sophomores -
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No language requirement
Hong Kong is situated in the heart of Asia, at the southern tip of China. Home to more than 7.3 million people, Hong Kong is a unique place with a fast-paced, 21st-century lifestyle interwoven with local traditions and countryside charms. With both Chinese and English as the official languages, Hong Kong is both international and safe. The Hong Kong International Airport is a travel hub where you can reach anywhere in Asia within four hours.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) occupies a stunning 150-acre site overlooking pristine Clearwater Bay on the Sai Kung Peninsula. The area is often considered one of Hong Kong’s havens for outdoor lovers. People do not normally associate Hong Kong with nature, but only around 25% of Hong Kong is the dense urban space well known to the world. The other 75% is undeveloped and comprises country parks and nature reserves. With the efficient public transportation system, you are never far from urban areas. A 15-minute bus ride will take you from HKUST to the nearest subway station.
Find more information about this summer exchange opportunity on the HKUST International Summer School website.
The HKUST Summer School welcomes undergraduate students from institutions outside Hong Kong to study at HKUST during the summer. The program offers a rewarding academic and cultural experience for students worldwide. Participants can enroll for either four or eight weeks and take undergraduate-level, credit-bearing courses taught by HKUST faculty. The program also includes local excursions and cultural activities that provide insight into the region.
Students enrolling in one session may take one or two undergraduate courses, while those enrolling in two sessions may take up to three. Upon program completion, HKUST will issue academic transcripts. (HKUST credits transfer to UMN on a one-to-one basis.)
For more information, visit the HKUST Summer School website.
For a list of current evaluated equivalences, view Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in the Transfer Evaluation System (TES) public view.
Always double check the the updated course availability on the HKUST ISP's website.
Courses with passing final grades from CSE exchange partners transfer back to UMN as transfer credit (T). Transfer credit does not affect overall GPA.
Begin your academic planning by visiting the CSE Learn Abroad website. Work with the CSE International Programs team, your academic adviser, and your department to create an academic plan that works for you.
HKUST Summer School students will be housed in on-campus university housing (shared rooms).
More information about HKUST’s summer accommodations is available on the HKUST Summer School accommodation webpage.
Session one or two (four weeks): $3,566 + $4,525 in estimated additional expenses (Summer 2025)
Session one and two (eight weeks): $5,125 + $5,475 in estimated additional expenses (Summer 2025)
Total costs of participation can be found on the U of M Abroad website.
Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. University of Minnesota students are eligible for education abroad scholarships. Visit the U of M Abroad Financial Aid and Scholarships pages for more information.
CSE students in good academic standing.
Session one (four weeks)
Session two (four weeks)
Session one and two (eight weeks)
Note: Exchange students may be required to arrive earlier for orientation. Program dates are subject to change. Contact our office or refer to acceptance materials for arrival information before arranging any flights.
For more details, visit the HKUST Summer School program dates webpage.
Interested students must be nominated by CSE prior to formally applying for exchange. To be nominated, first have a conversation with CSE International Programs about your interest in the program. Then, email a copy of your passport to [email protected], stating the program and term you would like to be nominated for. After your nomination is accepted by the host institution, you will receive instructions on how to complete their application. Students accepted by the host institution will also be prompted to complete the University of Minnesota application and confirmation procedure.
Nomination deadlines: Feb. 13
Application deadlines: Feb. 28
Seeking nomination from CSE International Programs should be done in advance of the above host institution's nomination deadline. Completion of application early is highly recommended.