Canada
University of British Columbia (UBC)
UBC Vancouver Summer Program
Vancouver Summer Program (VSP) is a 4-week academic programme offered by The University of British Columbia (UBC). This programme provides the opportunity for students to take 2 academic courses in various UBC Faculties while learning about Canadian practices and culture.
Duration:
June Session: 7 Jun – 7 Jul 2024
July Session: 12 Jul – 12 Aug 2024
Expenses:
Programme Fee:
CAD 5,825
(including application fee, course fees and materials, most activities, accommodation, and medical insurance)
Students also pay for:
1. round-trip airfare
2. meals
3. personal expenses
4. travel insurance
5. visa application fee if applicable
Eligibility:
For undergraduate students who are over 18 years old on the first day of the programme
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
Closed
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Okanagan Global Summer Program
This summer, The University of British Columbia (UBC) newly launched a new 3-week programme, which blends high-quality academic learning with unforgettable recreational experiences and a social programme that allows students to meet and connect with other international fellows. .
Duration:
8 – 26 July 2024
Expenses:
Programme Fee:
CAD 6,000
(including tuition, accommodation, meal card for breakfast and lunch, public transit pass, social programme, medical insurance and taxes)
Students also pay for:
1. round-trip airfare
2. supplementary meals
3. personal expenses
4. travel insurance
5. visa application fee if applicable
Eligibility:
For undergraduate students who are over 18 years old on the first day of the programme
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
Closed
the US
University of California, Berkeley
UC Berkeley Summer Sessions 2024
Sitting in the East Bay region with easy access to both San Francisco and Silicon Valley, University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) is a top-ranking public research institution. UC Berkeley Summer Sessions offers more than 600 courses in a wide variety of disciplines over seven different sessions of varying lengths.
Duration:
Session A—6 Weeks: 20 May – 28 June 2024
Session B—10 Weeks: 3 Jun – 9 Aug 2024
Session C—8 Weeks: 17 Jun – 9 Aug 2024
Session D—6 Weeks: 1 Jul – 9 Aug 2024
Session E—3 Weeks: 22 July – 9 Aug 2024
Session F—3 Weeks: 1 – 19 July 2024
Session 12W—12 Weeks: 20 May – 9 Aug 2024
Expenses:
Application Fee (non-refundable): US$25
Tuition: US$595 per unit charge
Registration Fee: US$550
Document Management Fee: US$68
International Service Fee: US$500 (Waived for HSUHK students)
Accommodation:
Participants can apply for Residence Halls or Apartments or International House for accommodation. Prices vary according to room types and accommodation period. Please also pay attention if a meal plan is included. Please click HERE for details.
Students also pay for:
1. visa application fee
2. round-trip airfare
3. supplementary meals
4. personal expenses
5. travel insurance
Minimum Enrolment Units:
Full-time enrolment is required for visiting international students who wish to obtain a UC Berkeley Summer Sessions I-20 [F-1] for visa application. Please click HERE for numbers of units for full-time enrolment.
English Proficiency Requirement:
IELTS: 6.5, or TOEFL: 80, or TOEIC: 685, or CET-6: 450, or CET-4: 493, or Duolingo: 115
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
1. Click HERE and follow the step-by-step instructions to apply via UC Berkeley. Remember to affiliate yourself with HSUHK during application.
2. Upon application, please also inform us by clicking HERE. GAO will arrange travel insurance application for participants.
For final year students, please read the guideline (click HERE) before application.
Application Deadline:
Session A: 10 Apr 2024 (Closed)
Session B: 24 Apr 2024 (Closed)
Session C: 8 May 2024
Session D: 22 May 2024
Session E: 12 Jun 2024
Session F: 22 May 2024
Session 12W: 10 Apr 2024
Boston University
Boston University Summer Term 2024
Boston University Summer Term consist of two 6-week sessions which provide the opportunity for students to take 2 academic courses each session in an intensive academic environment. Participants can also discover the rich history and hidden gems of Boston.
Duration:
Session 1 (6 weeks): 21 May – 28 Jun 2024
Session 2 (6 weeks): 1 Jul – 9 Aug 2024
Expenses:
Tuition for a 6-week session (2 undergraduate courses/8 credits): US$6,360 US$5,406*
*a discount of 15% for HSUHK students
Student Service Fee: US$60
Medical Insurance: US$412
On-Campus Accommodations for 6 weeks (dining plan required): US$2,184
On-Campus Dining for 6 weeks: US$1,086#
#10 meals per week
Total estimate for 6 weeks: Click HERE
Students also pay for:
1. visa application fee
2. round-trip airfare
3. supplementary meals
4. personal expenses
5. travel insurance
English Proficiency Requirement:
English Proficiency Requirements can be waived for HSUHK students as our primary language of instruction is English.
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
1. Click HERE to apply via Boston University
2. Upon application, please also inform us by clicking HERE. GAO will arrange travel insurance application for participants.
For final year students, please read the guideline (click HERE) before application.
Payment Deadline:
Session 1: 1 May 2024 (Closed)
Session 2: 5 Jul 2024
Please complete application earlier to ensure enough time for I-20 and visa application.
Cornell University
Cornell University Summer Session
Cornell University Summer Session offers hundreds of courses taught by outstanding university faculty members. Students can choose 3-, 6-, or 8-week sessions and get benefit from small classes, meeting professors and interesting people from around the world.
Duration:
• 3-Week 1 Summer Session (3 – 21 Jun 2024)
• 3-Week 2 Summer Session (24 Jun – 12 July 2024)
• 3-Week 3 Summer Session (15 July – 2 Aug 2024)
• 6-Week Summer Session (24 Jun – 6 Aug 2024)
• 8-Week Summer Session (10 Jun – 6 Aug 2024)
• Summer Special Session 1 (28 May – 28 Jun 2024): Class dates vary by programme
• Summer Special Session 2 (28 May – 16 Aug 2024): Class dates vary by programme
Expenses:
- Tuition Fee: US$1,750 per credit
- I-20 processing fee (non-refundable): US$75
- Student Health Fee: US$126
- On Campus Accommodation:
– Single occupancy housing: $58.00/night
– Double occupancy housing: $47.50/night
Students also pay for:
1. visa application fee
2. round-trip airfare
3. meals
4. personal expenses
5. travel insurance
Minimum Enrolment Credits
Full-time enrolment is required for visiting international students who wish to obtain an I-20 [F-1] for visa application. Minimum Enrolment Credits for full-time enrolment is listed as below:
- At least 3 credits for a 3-week session
- At least 6 credits for a 6- or 8-week session
English Proficiency Requirement:
The language requirement can be waived for HSUHK students, since our primary language of instruction is English.
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
(Application starts from 15 Mar 2024)
1. Click HERE and follow the step-by-step instructions to apply via Cornell University
2. Upon application, please also inform us by clicking HERE. GAO will arrange travel insurance application for participants.
For final year students, please read the guideline (click HERE) before application.
Application Deadline:
3-Week 1 Summer Session: 20 May 2024
3-Week 2 Summer Session: 10 Jun 2024
3-Week 3 Summer Session: 1 Jul 2024
6-Week Summer Session: 10 Jun 2024
8-Week Summer Session: 28 May 2024
Summer Special Session 1&2: 14 calendar days prior to the start date of your class.
(Obtaining the F-1 visa may take a number of weeks, please submit your I-20 Request Form at least six weeks before the start of your session.)
San Francisco State University
Summer in San Francisco
Summer in San Francisco is an academic credit programme, which provides 600 courses from a broad list of disciplines. Students can choose either 5-week or 10-week sessions to work on academic study while enjoying the beauty of San Francisco.
Duration:
R1: 3 Jun – 5 July 2024 (5 weeks)
R3: 8 Jul – 9 Aug 2024 (5 weeks)
R4: 3 June – 9 Aug 2024 (10 weeks)
Expenses:
Original Tuition Fee*:
5-week in-person session:
- US$3,360 (6 units – undergraduate / graduate non-business)
- US$4,800 (6 units – graduate business)
10-week in-person session:
- US$6,720 (12 units – undergraduate / graduate non-business)
- US$9,600 (12 units – graduate business)
10% Partner Discount for HSUHK students.
*Cost for in-person program includes course tuition and mandatory/miscellaneous fees. Six units per 5-week session is considered full time in summer.
Accommodation on campus:
Rates for 5 weeks: US$1,946 – 2,541
Rates for 10 weeks: US$3,801 – 4,991
(Rates vary depending on room types. For details, please click HERE)
Students also pay for:
1. visa application fee
2. round-trip airfare
3. meals
4. personal expenses
5. travel insurance
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
1. Click HERE and follow the step-by-step instructions to apply via San Francisco State University.
2. Upon application, please also inform us by clicking HERE. GAO will arrange travel insurance application for participants.
For final year students, please read the guideline (click HERE) before application.
Application Deadline (In Person Priority Deadline)#:
R1 & R4: 15 Mar 2024
R3: 15 Apr 2024
#Late applications will be accepted, but please contact U.S. Consulate General to check on visa processing times.
San Francisco State University
San Francisco Discover
San Francisco Discover is a non-credit language and culture programme (2 to 4 weeks) for students to improve their English and experience the entrepreneurial and innovative City of San Francisco.
Duration:
Summer A Sessions:
4-week session: 8 Jul – 2 Aug 2024
3-week session: 8 – 26 Jul 2024
2-week session: 8 – 19 Jul 2024
Summer B Sessions:
3-week session: 12 – 30 Aug 2024
2-week session: 12 – 23 Aug 2024
Expenses:
Original Programme Fee:
4-week session: US$2,995
3-week session: US$2,305
2-week session: US$1,535
10% Partner Discount for HSUHK students.
Accommodation:
SF State on-campus housing is available for Summer A session ONLY. For off-campus housing information, please contact globaled@sfsu.edu.
4 weeks – US$1,800
3 weeks – US$1,350
2 weeks – US$900
(Rates include dinner nightly, breakfast on final day and linen package.)
Students also pay for:
1. visa application fee*
2. round-trip airfare
3. supplementary meals
4. personal expenses
5. travel insurance
*The American Language Institute does not issue an I-20 for an F-1 visa for the San Francisco Discover program. Students may apply for b1/b2 visa or ESTA if you are a citizen or eligible national of a Visa Waiver Program country.
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
1. Click HERE to apply via San Francisco State University.
2. Upon application, please also inform us by clicking HERE. GAO will arrange travel insurance application for participants.
For final year students, please read the guideline (click HERE) before application.
Priority Application Deadline#:
Summer A Sessions: 15 May 2024
Summer B Sessions: 1 June 2024
#Advised by SFSU: Applications may be accepted after the priority deadline on a space available basis, but please contact U.S. Consulate General to check on visa processing times.
Harvard University
Harvard Summer School
Harvard Summer School offers more than 400 courses this summer in more than 60 different subject areas. Participants can communicate with Harvard faculty and industry experts who are dedicated to helping students expand their skills and sparking intellectual curiosity.
Duration:
3-Week Session I: 24 June – 11 July 2024
3-Week Session II: 15 July – 1 Aug 2024
7-Week Session: 24 June – 9 Aug 2024
Expenses:
Tuition Fee:
4-credit course (for 3-Week Programme): US$3,700
8-credit course (for 7-Week Programme): US$7,400
Room and Meal Plan:
3-Week Programme: US$2,850
7-Week Programme: US$6,650
Students also pay for:
1. visa application fee
2. round-trip airfare
3. supplementary meals
4. personal expenses
5. travel insurance
English Proficiency Requirement:
- TOEFL: 100 on the Internet-based TOEFL iBT, including the TOEFL iBT Home Edition, or
- IELTS: 7.0, including the IELTS Academic Online Test, or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTEA): 70, or
- Duolingo English Test (DET): 125
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
Closed
University of California, Los Angeles
UCLA Summer Sessions
During the summer months, UCLA opens its doors to students from all over the world! Summer Sessions offers highly motivated students a chance to advance their learning by experiencing the academic rigor and excellence UCLA is known for.
Duration:
Session A3 (3 Weeks): 24 Jun – 12 Jul 2024
Session A6 (6 Weeks): 24 Jun – 2 Aug 2024
Session A8 (8 Weeks): 24 Jun – 16 Aug 2024
Session A9 (9 Weeks): 24 Jun – 23 Aug 2024
Session A10 (10 Weeks): 24 Jun – 30 Aug 2024
Session B3 (3 Weeks): 15 Jul – 2 Aug 2024
Session C3 (3 Weeks): 5 – 23 Aug 2024
Minimum Enrolment Units:
In order to achieve the full-time student status, international students must enroll in at least the same number of units as the number of weeks in a session, e.g., minimum 6 units if enrolling in Session A6.
Please check the Course Descriptions (HERE) and Schedule of Classes (HERE).
Expenses:
Programme Fee:
- Registration Fee (non-refundable) – US$350
- International Student Service Fee:
US$500(waived for HSUHK students) - Unit Fee – US$385 per unit
- Document Fee – US$50
- IEI Fee (undergrad only) – US$61
- iStart Orientation Fee – US$59
- Student Health Insurance (mandatory) – US$420
You may use the fee calculator (Click HERE) to estimate the cost of your attendance.
Accommodation Expenses:
Please click HERE for the list of summer housing rates.
Students also pay for:
1. visa application fee
2. round-trip airfare
3. supplementary meals
4. personal expenses
5. travel insurance
English Proficiency Requirement:
Scores that are equal to or higher than the listed minimum scores from the following tests, taken within the past two years, can satisfy the English proficiency requirement:
TOEFL: 60 (revised PT) or 80 (iBT), IELTS: 6.5, TOEIC: 685, DUOLINGO (DET): 105, iTEP: 5.0, CAE: B (CEFR C1), CPE: C (CEFR C2)
Subsidy:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB. For details, please refer to SAO’s website, click HERE.
Programme Details:
Click HERE
Application:
Click HERE for internal registration. GAO will contact you for application procedures.
Internal Application Deadline:
29 Apr 2024 (Session A & B) (Closed)
30 May 2024 (Session C)