Asian Universities


πŸ“ Hong Kong

Size of University (by Student Population): Large

Percentage of International Students: 20%-40%

Popular Programmes: Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine

Fun Facts: Our vision is to create a centre of excellence in veterinary and life sciences medicine and research under the One Health paradigm to enhance public health, food safety, animal welfare and help prevent and control infectious diseases in Hong Kong and the region.

🌐 https://www.cityu.edu.hk


Contact Person: Howard Wong
Job Title: Director of Development for Veterinary Medicine
Location: Hong Kong


πŸ“ Singapore

Size of University (by Student Population): Small

Percentage of International Students: 30%

Popular Programmes: Aeronautics, Aviation Business Administration, Aerospace Engineering

Fun Facts: One of the oldest (centenary year in 2026) and largest universities specializing in aviation and aerospace. 

🌐 https://asia.erau.edu


Contact Person: Emily Chan
Job Title: Executive Officer
Location: HKSAR
Size: Medium
Website: https://ic.hkuspace.hku.hk/

Popular Majors: HKU SPACE International College offers full-time business and media programmes designed specifically for HKDSE and IB graduates, providing practical and contemporary education in these dynamic fields.

Interesting Things to Know: Over the past 23 years, the College has produced more than 9,000 graduates who have successfully obtained bachelor’s degrees. In the 2025/26 academic year, the College is expanding its offerings with 17 full-time undergraduate programmes, each ranging from 10 to 36 months in duration. All programmes are delivered through collaborative partnerships with prestigious universities in the United Kingdom and Australia, ensuring international standards and recognition.


πŸ“ Hong Kong

Size of University (by Student Population): Medium

Percentage of International Students: 8%

Popular Programmes: Arts & Social Sciences, Business, Communication, Creative Arts, Science

Fun Facts: Caring Community and Quality Education (THE Impact Ranking: 2nd place global standing in β€œSDG 4: Quality Education” for two consecutive years)

🌐 https://admissions.hkbu.edu.hk/en


πŸ“ Hong Kong

Size of University (by Student Population): Large

Popular Programmes: Psychology, Social Sciences, Early Childhood Education, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Medical Laboratory Science, Animation and Visual Effects, Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management, Business Management

Fun Facts: The first university of applied sciences in Hong Kong. HKMU offers applied degree programmes that combine theory and practice to nurture talent with both applied skills and knowledge, who contribute to society.

🌐 https://www.hkmu.edu.hk/



Contact Person: Nur Aidah
Job Title: Senior Manager
Location: Singapore
Size: Medium
International Students: 40%
Website: www.lasalle.edu.sg

Popular Majors: LASALLE College of the Arts offers a comprehensive spectrum of creative disciplines across its diverse programme portfolio, equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in contemporary creative industries.

Interesting Things to Know: LASALLE College of the Arts is a globally ranked institution for Art & Design and Performing Arts education, as recognized in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. Anchored in Singapore, rooted in Asia, and connected to the world, the College offers 36 Diploma, BA (Hons) and MA programmes across the full spectrum of creative disciplines. Students learn in a nurturing, interdisciplinary environment mentored by award-winning artists, designers, educators, and researchers. LASALLE’s tradition of practice-led research distinguishes it as an international centre of excellence in creative education.


πŸ“ Hong Kong

Size of University (by Student Population): Small

Percentage of International Students: 27%

Popular Programmes: Health and Social Services Management, Psychology, Sociology, History, Business 

Fun Facts: 1 : 12.7 faculty–student ratio; up to 85% students go on exchange; Β· 75.9% of our faculty bring diverse international experience; Nearly 1,000 scholarships and prizes available to our ~4,000 undergraduates

🌐 https://www.ln.edu.hk/



Contact Person: Bernice Minjoot
Job Title: PR & Admissions
Location: Aichi Prefecture, Japan
Size: Small
International Students: ~13%
Website: https://www.nucba.ac.jp/en/

Popular Majors: NUCB’s flagship offering is the Global BBA Program, an English-taught curriculum designed to prepare students for success in the contemporary global business environment.

Interesting Things to Know: NUCB is an AACSB-accredited university located in Central Japan that employs the case study method to equip students with essential competencies for thriving in today’s dynamic global business landscape. The active learning environment, all-on-one campus setting, and tight-knit community provide an exceptional student experience. NUCB’s mission is to educate innovative and ethical leaders who possess a “Frontier Spirit,” nurturing individuals who think creatively and independently. With representation from 77 nationalities across undergraduate and postgraduate schools, NUCB stands out as one of Japan’s most diverse universities.


Contact Person: Catherine Lee
Job Title: Manager
Location: Taipei City, Taiwan
Size: Large
International Students: 10%
Website: https://www.ntu.edu.tw/english/

Popular Majors: National Taiwan University offers a wide array of popular programmes including the Global Undergraduate Program in Semiconductors, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Intelligent Engineering and Technology, Economics, Foreign Languages and Literatures, and Biotechnology and Food Nutrition.

Interesting Things to Know: Founded in 1928, National Taiwan University is widely recognized as Taiwan’s most comprehensive and prestigious university, maintaining a strong reputation for academic excellence and research contributions across diverse disciplines.


Contact Person: Eunice Chew
Job Title: Manager (Outreach)
Location: Singapore
Size: Large
International Students: 20–30%
Website: https://www.nus.edu.sg/

Popular Majors: All programmes at NUS are popular among students. More competitive courses include Medicine, Dentistry, Law, and Computing, reflecting strong student demand and institutional excellence in these fields.

Interesting Things to Know: The National University of Singapore (NUS) is a leading global university anchored in Asia and Singapore’s flagship institution, renowned for its international outlook and strong emphasis on Asian perspectives in education and research. NUS comprises 16 faculties and schools and offers over 60 undergraduate degree programmes, alongside a broad range of interdisciplinary pathways. Its vibrant academic community includes over 38,000 students from more than 100 countries, fostering a culturally diverse and globally connected learning environment. Consistently recognised for academic and research excellence, NUS is ranked 1st in Asia and 8th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Furthermore, 28 NUS subjects were ranked among the world’s top 10 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, the highest number of top subject rankings achieved by the University to date.


Contact Person: Grace Gu
Job Title: Assistant Director of Admissions
Location: Shanghai, China
Size: Small
International Students: 50%
Website: https://shanghai.nyu.edu/

Popular Majors: NYU Shanghai offers popular programmes in International Media Arts (IMA), International Media Business (IMB), Business, International Relations (IR), and Computer Science/Data Science (CS/DS).

Interesting Things to Know: NYU Shanghai is part of NYU’s Global Campuses network, providing students with access to NYU’s worldwide academic resources and opportunities for cross-campus engagement and learning experiences.


Contact Person: Daniel Smiley
Job Title: Regional Manager
Location: Beppu, Japan
Size: Medium
International Students: 50%
Website: https://admissions.apu.ac.jp/

Popular Majors: Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University offers popular programmes in International Management, Asia Pacific Studies, and Sustainability and Tourism, designed to prepare students for global careers with a regional focus.

Interesting Things to Know: A distinctive feature of Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University is that 98% of courses are offered in both English and Japanese, allowing students the freedom to choose which language to take their courses in, thereby accommodating diverse linguistic backgrounds and preferences.


Contact Person: Wing Man LAM
Job Title: Admissions Officer
Location: Kyoto/Osaka, Japan
Size: Large
International Students: 8.6%
Website: https://en.ritsumei.ac.jp/e-ug/

Popular Majors: Ritsumeikan University offers several distinctive programmes including a Dual Degree Program with The Australian National University through the College of Global Liberal Arts, an American University – Ritsumeikan University Joint Degree Program through the College of International Relations, a Global Studies Major within the College of International Relations, a Community and Regional Policy Studies Major in the College of Policy Science, and an Information Systems Science and Engineering Course in the College of Information Science and Engineering.

Interesting Things to Know: International students from 79 countries and regions study at Ritsumeikan University, creating the third largest international student community in Japan. The Kyoto Kinugasa campus is surrounded by exceptional cultural heritage, with a total of 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites located within 10 kilometers of the campus. The university fosters a vibrant extracurricular life with approximately 400 student clubs and circles, including the distinctive sumo wrestling club, offering students diverse opportunities for personal development and cultural engagement.


πŸ“ Singapore

Size of University (by Student Population): Medium

Percentage of International Students: 15-20% (based on nationality, not location of study)

Popular Programmes: Accountancy, Business Management (10 different majors), Economics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Law, Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Politics, Law & Economics, Integrative Studies, and many more..

Fun Facts: What makes an SMU education Breathtaking, Vital, and Exceptional? https://admissions.smu.edu.sg/why-smu 

🌐 https://admissions.smu.edu.sg/


πŸ“ Tokyo

Size of University (by Student Population): Medium

Percentage of International Students: 70%

Popular Programmes: International Business Studies; Communication Studies; Computer Science; International Affairs

Fun Facts: TUJ is the oldest and largest foreign university in Japan, and we just opened our Kyoto Location in January 2025!

🌐 https://www.tuj.ac.jp


πŸ“ Hong Kong

Size of University (by Student Population): Large

🌐 https://www.cuhk.edu.hk


πŸ“ Hong Kong

Size of University (by Student Population): Medium

Percentage of International Students: 30%-40%

Popular Programmes: Biotechnology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Global Business Management, Quantitative Finance, Global China Studies, Integrative Systems and Design, Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management

Fun Facts: As a young university with only 34 years of establishment, HKUST is consistently ranking the 1st in Hong Kong for 12 years in a row in the Global Graduate Employability Ranking. HKUST members have founded over 1,800 active start-ups, including 10 Unicorns and 17 exits.

🌐 http://join.hkust.edu.hk


Contact Person: Nate Ho
Job Title: Programme Manager
Location: Hong Kong