Welcome to The Chinese University of Hong Kong!

I warmly congratulate you on embarking on this exciting academic journey. CUHK boasts a distinguished academic heritage and an open, international environment, encouraging innovative thinking and interdisciplinary exploration.

As a leader in entrepreneurial excellence, we empower you to transform ideas into impact and vision into reality.

Here, you’ll gain knowledge, sharpen critical thinking, build lifelong connections, and develop the confidence to achieve your dreams.

We are committed to supporting your aspirations and look forward to celebrating your future successes!

As you pursue your dreams, I'd like to share a quote from Steve Jobs with you: "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." It emphasises passion and dedication, which are essential to overcome any challenges in your future.   Never give up on your dreams as you navigate university life's challenges. Upon embarking on your new journey, we are here to assist you every step of the way. Keep a positive attitude, study hard, and believe in yourself. We take pride in your success. Please don't hesitate to contact us whenever you need assistance or guidance.

Warmest welcome to the CUHK family! You are about to embark on a university journey at one of the most beautiful and spacious campuses in Hong Kong surrounded by nature and a cultured spirit of academic learning. These are going to be a few very precious years in your life to be curious, imaginative and bold to pursue your interest and meet people from diverse backgrounds and culture. Be courageous to step out of your comfort zone and take up challenges that will be rewarded with growth and experiences that are beyond structured classroom learning. Knowing your future ahead will depend on creative ideas and innovation invested today, enjoy this exciting exploration path with your peers and the wonderful college life with many fond memories to come.

On behalf of the University, I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to all of our incoming students.

CUHK is much more than a place of learning; it is a vibrant and caring community. As a collegiate university, CUHK is a big family where students have abundant opportunities to interact with teachers, mentors, and fellow students, both inside and outside the classroom. Through a wide range of academic, co-curricular, and residential experiences, you will learn through numerous channels, develop meaningful friendships, and receive support from a community that is committed to helping you thrive.

Research is one of the key strengths and focuses of CUHK, and it is also an integral part of our students' learning experience. We believe that education is not only about acquiring knowledge, but also about cultivating curiosity, critical thinking, and the confidence to explore new ideas. Through research, we seek to nurture inquisitive minds and equip our students with the skills to ask important questions, discover meaningful answers, and contribute positively to society. I encourage you to take advantage of the many opportunities available and to reach out to our teachers, whose expertise and guidance can help you deepen your learning and broaden your horizons.

Welcome once again to The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and I look forward to seeing all that you will achieve.