How selective is JS1000 compared with other JUPAS programmes?

By latest admission median (4.9), JS1000 ranks #103 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #39 of 163 in Engineering and Technology, #5 of 58 at City University of Hong Kong. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.

UGC-fundedBachelor's DegreeEngineering and Technology Accountancy, Finance, Economics Mathematics, Actuarial Science

JS1000BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)

理學士(計算金融及金融科技) (專修：計算金融 / 金融科技)

City University of Hong Kong

JUPAS JS1000 is BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology) at City University of Hong Kong. 2025 admission median: 4.9 (LQ 4.7). Among 382 scored JUPAS programmes tracked here, it ranks #103 by latest median. Within Engineering and Technology, rank #39 of 163 (subject average median 4.5). At City University of Hong Kong: #5 of 58 programmes. Competition ratio 14 (~14 applicants/place). Interview: 選擇性. Below: multi-year scores, requirements and FAQ.

Admission score (2025)

4.9Lower quartile 4.7

Competition ratio (2025)

Intake

Fee / year

HK$47,000

HK rank (by median)

#103/ 382

Rank at university

#5/ 58

Rank in Engineering and Technology

#39/ 163

Admission Data（2025）

Admission Score (Index)

Median4.9/ level 7 (avg per subject)

2Lower quartile 4.77 (5**)

Based on the average level of best subjects — the higher the number, the higher the entry bar (max 7 = 5**).

Competition Ratio

14about 14 applicants per place

Application & Admission Statistics (2025)

Total Applicants

Band A (Choices 1–3) applicants

Band A share 86%

Band A share

86%

Places offered

Applicant Distribution by Choice Band

Band A(1–3)686%

Band B(4–6)00%

Band C(7–10)114%

Band D(11–15)00%

Band E(16–20)00%

"Bands" group applicants by where they placed this programme among their JUPAS choices (Band A = choices 1–3, the most sought-after). A higher Band A share indicates a more competitive programme. Places offered is the programme intake. Data from public JUPAS admission statistics, for reference only.

JS1000 Multi-year Admission Scores

Year-by-year admission median and lower quartile for JUPAS JS1000 (BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)). Use this series to judge whether competition is rising or easing — not as a guaranteed cut-off.

Year	Median	Lower Q	vs prev
2025	4.9	4.7	—

Subject context: average median in Engineering and Technology is 4.5. JS1000 at 4.9 is at or above that subject average.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Chinese

English

Mathematics (Compulsory)

Citizenship / LS

Accepts Maths Extension M1/M2Interview：選擇性Band A share 86%

JS1000 Interview

According to programme data, JUPAS JS1000 (BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)) interview status is: 選擇性. Interview format, weighting and schedule can change each cycle — always confirm on the official JUPAS / university page before applying.

Scoring Method

2026：Best 5（max weight ×5）

英文C數學 (必修)C數延 (M1/M2)I

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JS1000 admission score?: Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for City University of Hong Kong BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology) (JUPAS JS1000) is 4.9, with a lower quartile of 4.7.
How competitive is JS1000 (BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)) at City University of Hong Kong?: In 2025, the competition ratio for JUPAS JS1000 was 14 — about 14 applicants per place.
What is the tuition fee for BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)?: The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.
Does JS1000 require an interview?: JUPAS JS1000 (BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)) interview status: 選擇性. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.
What are the minimum entry requirements for BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)?: The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 4, Citizenship & Social Development 1.
How selective is JS1000 compared with other JUPAS programmes?: By latest admission median (4.9), JS1000 ranks #103 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #39 of 163 in Engineering and Technology, #5 of 58 at City University of Hong Kong. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.