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title: "What is the difference between JUPAS and Non-JUPAS admissions?"
description: "JUPAS is the centralised admissions route mainly for local Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) holders, while Non-JUPAS applicants (including international students) must apply independently through each university's international admissions process."
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/what-is-the-difference-between-jupas-and-non-jupas-admissions/"
updated: "2026-01-09"
category: Study in Hong Kong
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# What is the difference between JUPAS and Non-JUPAS admissions?

JUPAS is the centralised admissions route mainly for local Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) holders, while Non-JUPAS applicants (including international students) must apply independently through each university's international admissions process.