China: Hong Kong Baptist University
Study abroad in China at Hong Kong Baptist University.
Hong Kong Baptist University offers excellent undergraduate programs in the arts, humanities, business, social sciences and sciences. With around 5000 undergraduates, HKBU is one of the smallest institutions in Asia.
Why Study Abroad in Hong Kong?
“I became much more confident and independent during my time in Hong Kong.” - Rollins Study Abroad Alum
Academic Information
Courses
- HKBU Course Catalogue: select any courses, provided you have fulfilled any required pre-requisites.
- First-year courses at HKBU are appropriate for sophomores and juniors and Second-year courses are appropriate for juniors and seniors.
Transfer of Credit
- Students take four or five courses, typically worth three credits, for a total of 12-15 credits.
- Grades appear on the Rollins transcript and factor into the GPA. It can take up to three months for grades to be processed.
- Students can take major and minor courses abroad (with approval from the academic department) and can also take competencies and rFLA200-level seminars abroad (with approval from the Registrar).
What It’s Like to Study Abroad in Hong Kong
Housing
- Students live in fully-furnished single-sex double rooms and share a connected bathroom with one other room in the University residence halls. Residence halls include internet and air-conditioning.
- Common areas in the residence halls include a laundry room, small gym, and spaces for studying and socializing.
- Students have the option of living with another international student or a local student from Hong Kong.
Meals
- Students eat at the different dining halls and restaurants on and around campus, but there is no meal plan. Meals on campus are quite inexpensive.
- There are plenty of nearby, local restaurants offering very inexpensive meals and a Western-style mall in walking distance with a wide range of restaurants.
Activities
- Multi-purpose sports complexes provide modern sports facilities to all students and organize various athletic activities.
- The East-West Encounters Programme connects HKBU and international students for cultural and language exchange and features outings to locations of interest in and around Hong Kong. Residence hall staff also organize activities to encourage cross-cultural communication.
- The Office of Student Affairs oversees a range of student organizations and offers a multitude of student events. They also sometimes offer optional excursions to locations in mainland China.
- The Chaplain's Office organizes Christian programmes and activities for interested students.
Things to Consider
- Non-Asian students, especially BIPOC, may experience stares and heightened curiosity from locals. Make sure to check the resources available on the International Program's MyRollins "Your Identity Abroad" page.
- Although there are no legal restrictions on same-sex relationships attitudes toward members of the LGBTQIA+ community vary. Make sure to check the US Department of State LGBTI Travelers page and ILGA Sexual Orientation Laws in the World for more information and the IP "Your Identity Abroad" page in MyRollins.
- Students with mobility disabilities may find accessibility and accommodations different from the United States. Check the US Department of State Travelers with Disabilities and specific to the country, Mobility International USA, and the IP "Your Identity Abroad" page in MyRollins.
Program Calendar: Fall 2024
| Dates | |
|---|---|
| Aug 23 | Residence Halls Open |
| Aug 30 | Required Welcome Orientation |
| Sept 3 | Classes Begin |
| Sept 16 | Add/Drop Ends |
| Dec 4 | Classes End |
| Dec 8-21 | Final Exam Period |
| Dec 22 | Check Out Residence Hall (by noon) |
Program Calendar: Spring 2025
| Dates | |
|---|---|
| Jan 9 | Arrive |
| Jan 10 | Orientation |
| Jan 13 | First Day of Classes |
| Jan 25 | Add/Drop Ends |
| Mar 18-21 | Easter Holidays |
| Apr 26 | Last Day of Classes |
| May 2-17 | Final Exam Period |
| May 22 | Depart |
Requirements for Admission
- Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors
- Clean record with the Office of Community Standards and good academic and college standing
- Professional application: materials are submitted on-time, are edited before submission, and are thorough and thoughtful
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Required advising session (30 minutes). Please schedule an appointment.
Incoming Exchange Students
The coordinator for incoming exchange students is Jenifer Ruby, Director of International Student & Scholar Services. For information about application and advising for incoming exchange students, please visit the website for International Student & Scholar Services. You may also contact Ms. Ruby at jruby@rollins.edu for more details.
Getting There
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Flight
- Students arrange their own flights to Hong Kong.
- HKBU provides airport pick-up on scheduled arrival dates.
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Orientation
The International Office and the East-West Encounters Programme offer an orientation for new international students, including an introduction to the University and welcome information and activities.
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Visa
- US citizens must obtain a visa to study in Hong Kong, and HKBU will provide instructions for the process.
- For general information about the visa process and visas for non-US citizens, see MyRollins for passports & visa information.
Costs
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Program Fee
Most Rollins financial aid and scholarships will apply to the semester abroad.
Tuition: $30,290
Housing: $5,115
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Also Includes
Orientation, visa fee, internet access, program administration, and emergency insurance.
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Estimated Additional Costs
Transportation: Round-trip airfare from FL $2,000, on-site $500
Meals/food: $2,500
Passport: $165
HKBU caution money and smart card: $150
Air Conditioning: $190
Books/course materials: $250
Personal expenses: $2,000
Federal student loan fees if applicable: $40
Professional licensure, certification or credentials costs: $0 -
Need-Based Scholarships
Scholarships based on financial need are available to off-set costs associated with international airfare and other costs associated with study abroad. Students can apply for scholarships through the Rollins program application.
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Living and Working
Having a credit card while abroad is very helpful. Hong Kong has a higher cost of living as compared to the United States.
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