What IELTS score do I need for Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)?

Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) typically requires around IELTS Band 6.5 overall (equivalent to TOEFL iBT ~79 or PTE ~62). Undergraduate courses are often 0.5 lower; some postgraduate programmes ask higher — confirm on your course page.

Does Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) accept TOEFL or PTE too?

Yes — Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) also accepts TOEFL iBT (~79) and PTE Academic (~62) alongside IELTS.

How can I reach Band 6.5 for free?

Take free IELTS mocks to find your weak section, learn the strategy in the PPT lessons, and check your Writing/Speaking band with the free band checker.

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IELTS Score for Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)

To study at Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) in Hong Kong, you typically need around IELTS Band 6.5 overall — about TOEFL 79 or PTE 62. Undergraduate courses may accept a little lower; competitive postgraduate programmes can ask for more.

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Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) — key facts

World rank (QS)	#36
Location	Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Type	Public
Founded	1963
Acceptance rate	28%
International students	35%
Tuition	≈ HKD 175k/yr
Application fee	HKD 300
Application deadline	Dec–Apr (varies)
Intakes	Fall (Sep)

Popular programmes at Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)

MSc Computer Science
MSc Data Science
MSc Information Eng
MBA
MSc Finance

What Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is known for

Computer Science, Business, Medicine

Scholarships & funding

Entrance & postgraduate scholarships

How to reach Band 6.5

Diagnose. Take a free IELTS mock to see your band in each skill.
Target the gap. See exactly what Band 6.5 needs in each section.
Learn the strategy. Use the free IELTS prep lessons for your weak sections.
Get feedback. Check your Writing & Speaking with the free band checker and redo weak answers.

Frequently asked questions

What IELTS score do I need for Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)?: Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) typically requires around IELTS Band 6.5 overall (equivalent to TOEFL iBT ~79 or PTE ~62). Undergraduate courses are often 0.5 lower; some postgraduate programmes ask higher — confirm on your course page.
Does Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) accept TOEFL or PTE too?: Yes — Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) also accepts TOEFL iBT (~79) and PTE Academic (~62) alongside IELTS.
How can I reach Band 6.5 for free?: Take free IELTS mocks to find your weak section, learn the strategy in the PPT lessons, and check your Writing/Speaking band with the free band checker.

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