Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Kowloon, Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has grown from a modest trade school into one of Hong Kong’s leading universities. Established in 1937 as the Government Trade School—the city’s first publicly funded post-secondary technical institution—it evolved through several stages: becoming the Hong Kong Technical College in 1947.

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Kowloon, Hong Kong

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Who is eligible for on-campus housing at PolyU?

Local undergraduate students in UGC-funded programs are generally guaranteed at least one semester of hall residence. Non-local undergraduates are usually offered accommodation for their first two years, subject to availability. Inbound exchange students are typically guaranteed accommodation for the duration of their exchange. Full-time research postgraduate students may be eligible for one year of hall residence, subject to availability.

What is the cost of student accommodation at PolyU and what are the alternatives if halls are full?

The typical cost for one semester in a double room is around HK$6,678, which includes a refundable caution fee and a hall function fee. If halls are full, eligible students may be assigned to university-managed off-campus housing and may be offered a place in the Student Halls later if space becomes available.

What types of rooms and facilities are available in PolyU’s student housing?

PolyU's Student Halls primarily offer double-occupancy en-suite rooms, with shared bathrooms among groups of four. Facilities include: Laundry rooms Common areas Study rooms Recreational spaces Dining options Some halls also offer residential education and support services, including counseling and tutoring.