Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: Hong Kong - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

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Recognized by QS University Rankings as the top university in Asia for the third straight year, HKUST has developed a distinctive East-West global profile through strategic partnerships, academic agreements, research collaborations, internationali... read more

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OVERALL RATING 4.3
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New perspectives on other civilizations. I had never been so exposed to Asian culture in that way. I traveled to many countries in Asia and their way of living is drastically different from how it's like in North America and Europe. People are pretty honest in general, have a sense of pride, aren't as hygienic or social as we ex... - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned how to make friends from many different countries. I also learned how to adapt my lifestyle and I gained a lot of insight into many different cultures. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I gained experience studying in a highly competitive environment where teamwork is essential to succeeding. I also gained many friendships with future colleagues from all over the world. It was definitely worth it. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
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. - University of California - Riverside View Entire Review
Yes, this is a great way to start exploring asia, so I loved it. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Totally worthwhile - If you want to know what I gained from it, find out for yourself. :) - Rice University View Entire Review
Past Review Hectic Hong Kong
I've definitely learned about the different political scenes internationally as well as the different perspectives people have globally. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned how to adapt to things I never thought I'd have to get used to (for example, the cleaning ladies cleaned the bathrooms by plunging the mops into the urinals and mopping the ground with it ... by the way this is a girl's bathroom... I wish I were lying). Somehow at HKUST doors can be broken (?!) and prevent you from get... - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: Hong Kong - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
I learned a lot about myself and dealing with different types of people. I also feel that I matured from my experience abroad. It was honestly the best time of my life. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Yes, this is a great way to start exploring asia, so I loved it. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Past Review
I'm overall satisfied with my experience, and I am forever happy that I took this opportunity to go on exchange. There is a lot about other countries that I learned, and I couldn't have picked a better time to go. I learned a lot about the culture abroad, as well as our own culture in the eyes of others. As for academics, it ope... - University of Hawaii - Manoa View Entire Review
Past Review
Seriously, go. I was so nervous about going abroad but I have no regrets. I met amazing people and have come with wonderful memories. I would do it again in a heartbeat. - Rice University View Entire Review

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Recognized by QS University Rankings as the top university in Asia for the third straight year, HKUST has developed a distinctive East-West global profile through strategic partnerships, academic agreements, research collaborations, internationalization of students and faculty, and overseas alumni connections.

By drawing students from all over the globe, HKUST’s lively, internationalized campus and dynamic student experience provide a unique way to achieve academic excellence and individual potential.


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