As many DSE candidates also apply to universities in Mainland, we also provides a comprehensive overview of the Mainland admission timeline and essential preparation strategies.
By July 25(Tentative): Interviews or Practical/Artistic Assessments
Certain institutions or programs may arrange interviews or practical/artistic assessments based on their admission requirements. Upon receiving a notification from an institution, please promptly confirm the test date, venue, and format, and attend the assessment as required.
July 23–31(Tentative): Announcement of Admission Results for the Mainland DSE Admission Scheme
Candidates participating in the Scheme for Admission of Hong Kong Students to Mainland Higher Education Institutions can begin checking their admission results. Institutions will process admissions sequentially based on the candidates' choices (from the 1st to the 4th choice). Please stay tuned to updates on the official platforms.
August 1–3(Tentative): Online Submission of Supplementary Choices (Clearing Round)
Candidates who meet the requirements but did not secure an offer in the initial four choices may participate in the online submission of supplementary choices (clearing round). As the application window for the clearing round is very short, candidates should closely monitor official announcements and complete their choice submission within the specified timeframe.
By August 5(Tentative): Announcement of Supplementary Admission Results
Candidates who participated in the clearing round can check their supplementary admission results. Upon securing an offer, please promptly complete the confirmation procedures as required by the institution.
By August 10(Tentative): Announcement of Admission Results for Jinan University and Huaqiao University
Candidates who applied to Jinan University and Huaqiao University via the DSE Admission Scheme can begin checking their admission results and handle subsequent follow-up procedures according to the universities' requirements.
From August 10 onwards(Tentative): Receiving Admission Letters and Preparing for Enrollment
Mainland universities will start dispatching official Admission Letters (Offer Packages) one after another. Upon receiving your letter, please carefully review details regarding registration dates, payment arrangements, accommodation applications, and freshman registration to fully prepare for your upcoming university life.
(*Please note: The schedule above is for reference only. The official timeline is subject to final announcements on our official platforms. Dates and times may be subject to change; please stay tuned to the official website and updates from your counselor for the latest notifications.)