HKUMaster of FinanceThe University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Personal story

Around 300 words.

CV or resume

Include internships and employment evidence.

Recommendation letters x 2

At least one academic referee from the graduating university; referees must include a public staff profile/directory link.

Optional scholarship statement

Optional

Maximum 300 words.

Official transcript(s)

All tertiary study; China degree verification reports where applicable.

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Or equivalent. Concentrations (Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Financial Engineering) are not separate applications.
Prerequisites: Quantitative background; Finance, economics, mathematics, or related quantitative preparation expected; qualifying examination may be required.
IELTS: 6.0 overall (5.5 each component); Required if not from an English-medium university.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall | Old scale: 80 overall; Required if not from an English-medium university. Tests from 21 Jan 2026.; Required if not from an English-medium university. Tests before 21 Jan 2026.
GMAT: Optional; GMAT or GRE may strengthen the application.
GRE: Optional; GMAT or GRE may strengthen the application.

Historical admission data is not published.