What is the JS4893 admission score?

Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for The Chinese University of Hong Kong Data Science and Policy Studies (JUPAS JS4893) is 4.5, with a lower quartile of 4.4.

How competitive is JS4893 (Data Science and Policy Studies) at The Chinese University of Hong Kong?

In 2025, the competition ratio for JUPAS JS4893 was 4 — about 4 applicants per place.

What is the tuition fee for Data Science and Policy Studies?

The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.

Does JS4893 require an interview?

JUPAS JS4893 (Data Science and Policy Studies) interview status: 不須要. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.

What are the minimum entry requirements for Data Science and Policy Studies?

The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 3, Citizenship & Social Development 1.

How selective is JS4893 compared with other JUPAS programmes?

By latest admission median (4.5), JS4893 ranks #152 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #50 of 166 in Engineering and Technology, #54 of 71 at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.

UGC-fundedBachelor's DegreeEngineering and Technology Social Science, Psychology

JS4893Data Science and Policy Studies

數據科學與政策研究

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

JUPAS JS4893 is Data Science and Policy Studies at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. 2025 admission median: 4.5 (LQ 4.4). Among 382 scored JUPAS programmes tracked here, it ranks #152 by latest median. Within Engineering and Technology, rank #50 of 166 (subject average median 4.4). At The Chinese University of Hong Kong: #54 of 71 programmes. Competition ratio 4 (~4 applicants/place). Interview: 不須要. Below: multi-year scores, requirements and FAQ.

Admission score (2025)

4.5Lower quartile 4.4

Competition ratio (2025)

Intake

Fee / year

HK$47,000

HK rank (by median)

#152/ 382

Rank at university

#54/ 71

Rank in Engineering and Technology

#50/ 166

Admission Data（2025）

Admission Score (Index)

Median4.5/ level 7 (avg per subject)

2Lower quartile 4.47 (5**)

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

Competition Ratio

4about 4 applicants per place

Application & Admission Statistics (2025)

Total Applicants

Band A (Choices 1–3) applicants

Band A share 100%

Band A share

100%

Places offered

Applicant Distribution by Choice Band

Band A(1–3)19100%

Band B(4–6)00%

Band C(7–10)00%

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.

JS4893 Multi-year Admission Scores

Year-by-year admission median and lower quartile for JUPAS JS4893 (Data Science and Policy Studies). Use this series to judge whether competition is rising or easing — not as a guaranteed cut-off.

Year	Median	Lower Q	vs prev
2025	4.5	4.4	—

Subject context: average median in Engineering and Technology is 4.4. JS4893 at 4.5 is at or above that subject average.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Chinese

English

Mathematics (Compulsory)

Citizenship / LS

Accepts Maths Extension M1/M2Accepts Applied LearningInterview：不須要Band A share 100%

JS4893 Interview

According to programme data, JUPAS JS4893 (Data Science and Policy Studies) interview status is: 不須要. 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）

數延 (M1/M2)I

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JS4893 admission score?: Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for The Chinese University of Hong Kong Data Science and Policy Studies (JUPAS JS4893) is 4.5, with a lower quartile of 4.4.
How competitive is JS4893 (Data Science and Policy Studies) at The Chinese University of Hong Kong?: In 2025, the competition ratio for JUPAS JS4893 was 4 — about 4 applicants per place.
What is the tuition fee for Data Science and Policy Studies?: The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.
Does JS4893 require an interview?: JUPAS JS4893 (Data Science and Policy Studies) interview status: 不須要. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.
What are the minimum entry requirements for Data Science and Policy Studies?: The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 3, Citizenship & Social Development 1.
How selective is JS4893 compared with other JUPAS programmes?: By latest admission median (4.5), JS4893 ranks #152 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #50 of 166 in Engineering and Technology, #54 of 71 at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.