Student city guide
Study in Shatin
This guide explains student life in Shatin, Hong Kong, including an estimated monthly student budget of $882, Subtropical climate with hot, humid, and rainy summers, and mild, relatively dry winters., Student Visa / Entry Permit guidance. Explore verified details for Hong Kong below.

Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $882
- Climate
- Subtropical climate with hot, humid, and rainy summers, and mild, relatively dry winters.
- Safety score
- 90/100
- English friendliness
- 85%
- Student visa
- Student Visa / Entry Permit
- Work while studying
- Non-local students are generally restricted from taking up employment, but can undertake university-endorsed internships and part-time on-campus jobs up to 20 hours per week.
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$242
- Food$350
- Transport$90
- Leisure$200
Rent is for aroom in a university hostel (residence hall) at the Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Subsidized and affordable on-campus housing
- Excellent public transportation system
- High safety standards and vibrant student life
Considerations
- Extremely high cost of private housing if campus halls are unavailable
- Hot and humid summer weather
- Dense population and crowded spaces
Student housing in Shatin
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