Scoring 98.75% in my ISC Board Examinations opened up several avenues for me to choose from. However, The University of Hong Kong (HKU) was undoubtedly my first choice for undergraduate studies. Indian students who want to study abroad usually go to the US, the UK, and Singapore. I believe the number of opportunities in these countries are not as lucrative as before and the costs are also fairly high. Hong Kong happens to be the most favorable destination for higher education. Apart from being a major financial hub with booming career opportunities, it offers world-class education at an affordable cost. Furthermore, the University offers a range of scholarships to meritorious students and I was honored to have been bestowed with the title of President Scholar. The prestige and additional opportunities that this title offers opens several doors for me and motivates me to work harder. Read More...

HKU attracts students from multi-cultural backgrounds and has a strong Indian community which creates a feeling of home away from home. With a multitude of Indian undergraduate freshmen from varying fields, interaction with them opens my mind to new cultures and ideas from within India, and applies them to life in Hong Kong. During times of home-sickness, meeting with a fellow Indian friend and sharing Indian food also improves my mood. HKU has an active South Asian Society which organizes activities during festivals like Diwali for everybody to come together and celebrate with music, dance and food. Read More...