Fees

What does it cost to study at HKUST?

Tuition fees for 2026/27 entry

Student TypeTuition Fee Per Year
Local Students HKD 47,000
Non-local Students

HKD 215,000
(~USD 27,600)

On-campus accommodation per residential year

Student TypeAccommodation Fee Per Year
New Local Students HKD 15,012 – 25,576
New Non-local Students HKD 18,626 – 32,526
(~USD 2,400 – 4,200)

Estimated Cost of Living Outside Campus 

For more detail and the most updated information about hall charges and payment, please refer to the Student Housing & Residential Life Office webpages: