CUHK International Summer School 2026
Undergraduate students are invited to apply for the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) International Summer School (ISS) 2026 from 21 June - 29 July 2026 or 3-26 August 2026. Courses are entirely taught in English except the language courses.
We are thrilled to offer up to 8 undergraduate students the opportunity to be nominated to attend up the CUHK ISS with application and tuition fee (up to HK$17,200, approx. £1,600) waived.
Are you looking for a summer programme which is fun, interactive and academically challenging at the same time? An opportunity where you can meet new friends from around the world, learn in an open and stimulating environment, and spend a fun-filled summer exploring a mesmeric city? Join The Chinese University of Hong Kong International Summer School (CUHK ISS) to enjoy all of that and more!
Please note you will need to fund your own administration and activities fee, visa application fee, travel and accommodation costs.
DEADLINE: noon (UK time) on Tuesday 7 April 2026
About
Why attend?
- Outstanding Academics
- July session offers 20 courses taught in English across five academic streams and Chinese beginner language courses
- August session offers intensive Chinese language courses
- Cultural activities and immersion
- Guaranteed on campus housing
Eligibility
- Full time UG student
- Good academic standing
Key dates
- July session: 21 June - 29 July 2026
- August session (language immersion): 3-26 August 2026
Costs (in Hong Kong dollars)
July session:
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Application fee: HKD 200 – waived for top 8 selected students
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Tuition fee: HKD 8,500 per course (max 2) – waived for top 8 selected students
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Accommodation (on campus) optional but encouraged: HKD 6,080 and refundable hostel deposit of HKD 1,000
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Administration and activities fee: HKD 4,000
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Visa application fee: HKD 100-730
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Refundable caution money: HKD 450
August session:
- Application fee: HKD 200 – waived for top 8 selected students
- Tuition fee: HKD 17,000 – waived for top 8 selected students
- Textbook: HKD 265
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Accommodation (on campus) optional but encouraged: HKD 3,680 and refundable hostel deposit of HKD 1,000
- Administration and activities fee: HKD 2,650
- Visa application fee: HKD 100-730
- Refundable caution money: HKD 450
Funding opportunities
- Students can apply for short term fundingLink opens in a new window, however this is not guaranteed. Please consider this before making your application
More information
- Visit their websiteLink opens in a new window
Applications close at noon on Tuesday 7 April 2026. All students will hear the outcome of their application by Friday 10 April 2026
For the purpose of this application all nominations must be made by Student Mobility
How do I apply?
You must be formally nominated through Student Mobility for the CUHK ISS. To do so you must complete the following steps by noon (UK time) on Tuesday 7 April 2026
Step 1
Review the opportunity and consider the dates and costs required
Source a referee from your academic department and ensure that they can provide a reference by the deadline - this must be received for your application to be considered
Step 2
Complete the short online application form before the deadline noon on Tuesday 7 April 2026
Step 3*
Arrange for your referee to complete an online reference (link below) for you before noon on Tuesday 7 April 2026
This should be someone from your academic department
We will confirm which students have been successful in being selected.
Next steps
We will notify all applicants of the outcome by 17:00 Friday 10 April 2026
- If you are selected you will need to confirm acceptance by noon Tuesday 14 April 2026
- If you accept a place we will formally nominate you to CUHK by Wednesday 15 April 2026
- You will then need to complete CUHK ISS’s application by their deadline of 30 April 2026 - via their July session application pageLink opens in a new window or August session application pageLink opens in a new window as relevant for selection
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Application results will be sent from CUHK within one month of submission. Admission priority is given to nominated students
* It is your responsibility to contact your referee and ensure your reference is completed in time, we will not be able to confirm receipt of your reference - you should ask your referee to confirm with you that they have submitted this. We can only review applications whose reference has been received
Please note that normally it is not possible for Warwick students to receive credit transfers from Summer Schools unless your home department has advertised an opportunity with such a possibility. It is up to your home department to agree to credit transfers so you will need to check this with them directly