The Chinese University of Hong Kong originated from three private post-secondary colleges - Chung Chi College, New Asia College and United College, which were all established after 1949 to carry on in Hong Kong the Chinese tradition of learning. Over the years, CUHK has developed into a comprehensive research university. It now has an enrollment of over 16,000 students and offers more than 280 postgraduate and undergraduate programs through its graduate school and seven faculties: namely, Arts, Business Administration, Edeucation, Engineering, Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences. CUHK was the first university in Hong Kong to have a student exchange and study abroad program.

Many of the paradoxes of modern Chinese and Asian life and development can be observed in Hong Kong. Modern urban industrial centers, with their frenzied pace and congestion are juxtaposed with traditional farming and fishing villages. Cultural performances from every continent take place in the same halls as traditional Chinese operas, and artistic displays from around the world share gallery walls with ancient Chinese paintings and calligraphy.

Program Type
Direct enrollment agreement with the Chinese University of Hong Kong, facilitated by Duquesne University’s OIP.


Academic Highlights
As an integrated research university, CUHK has established seven teaching faculties and ten research institutes. The seven faculties: Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Business Administration, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Science, and Faculty of Social Scienceprovide high-quality training in a number of academic fields.


Language of Instruction
Courses are taught in Chinese or English and in some cases in both languages. This learning environment is ideal for those who are interested in studying in a Chinese context but are unfamiliar with the language.


Academic Calendar
Fall semester: late August - late December
Spring semester: early January - late May


Housing and Meals
Participants will share a double or triple occupancy room with local students who have expressed special interest in sharing a room with a foreign roommate.

Services Provided
An Orientation will prepare you for your stay and study at CUHK. It covers information on the curriculum, student life at the University, Chinese culture, Hong Kong society, and support services provided by staff at the Office of Academic Links. The Orientation is also an excellent opportunity for you to get acquainted with the other foreign students. The Orientation includes:   airport pickup, dormitory check-in, campus tour, briefing on practical matters and university services, course registration, a cademic counseling, welcoming events, c ity tour .

Estimated Costs (Category I Program)

For a more in-depth look: http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/oal/