University Overview
Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Hong Kong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Sha Tin. Officially recognized by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational HK higher education institution. The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old HK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CUHK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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non-profit
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large-sized
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University Identity
| Name (Non Latin) | 香港中文大学 |
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| Name | The Chinese University of Hong Kong |
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| Acronym | CUHK |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Motto | Through Learning and Temperance to Virtue |
| Colours | Purple and gold |
| Mascot | Chinese Phoenix |
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University Location
| Address | Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong Sha Tin Hong Kong |
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3943 7000 |
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2603 5544 |
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