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2026 SJTU Undergraduate Engineering Cluster Program in English

for International Students

Founded in 1896, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is one of the internationally recognized, top-tier research universities in China, with strong commitment to nurturing future leaders with innovative drives and global visions. The Engineering Cluster Program in English is a undergraduate international program designed to combine the strengths of engineering-related fields at SJTU. Offering all major courses in English, the Cluster Program welcomes prospective students with an interest in engineering studies from all over the world.

The SJTU Undergraduate Engineering Cluster program in English includes:

-Global College (Former name: The University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute)

-School of Materials Science and Engineering

-School of Electrical Engineering

-School of Automation and Intelligent Sensing

-School of Computer Science

-School of Mechanical Engineering

-And more

The Cluster Program covers various engineering-related disciplines such as:

-Mechanical Engineering

-Electrical and Computer Engineering

-Materials Science and Engineering

-Computer Science and Technology

-Automation

-Power and Energy Engineering

-And more

Cluster students will take introductory engineering courses in the first 1.5 years at the Global College. After meeting this requirement, Cluster students may choose to continue their studies at the Global College or transfer to another engineering school (in English or Chinese) to complete their bachelor’s degree.

Reminder: Although all Cluster courses are taught in English, Cluster students are required to take Chinese culture and language courses while enrolling in their respective degree programs. All Cluster students are expected to meet HSK 4 (Chinese Language Test) as the minimal Chinese language requirement for graduation. Exceptions include Cluster students enrolling in the Global College Dual Degree Program, or other international programs.

On-line Application

https://apply.commonapp.org/Login?ma=699

Application Prerequisites

1. Graduation from high school or equivalent educational background. Prospective graduates must provide a pre-graduation certificate issued by their school and obtain their high school diploma before enrollment.

2. Non-Chinese citizens holding a valid foreign passport, in compliance with the relevant regulations of the Chinese Ministry of Education, including the “Document No. 12 (2020) of Ministry of Education of the PRC" etc.

3. Good physical and mental health, with no criminal record.

Application Deadlines for 2026 Admission

March 31, 2026 (Beijing Time, GMT+8)

SJTU International Undergraduate Entrance Exam (Written Test) Application - February 6, 2026~ March 10, 2026(Beijing Time, GMT+8)

Application Materials

*All materials should be in English.

1. Test Scores

Standardized international test scores or national/regional unified high school graduation or university entrance examination results, such as China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA)/SAT /AP/ACT /A-Level/IB (code: N010601)/UEC/UNT/others.

1.1 If you apply with China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA), Score with Mathematics is required.

1.2 If you apply with either SAT (code: 6563) or ACT (code: 6983) test scores. Scores with writing test scores are preferred. 2025 First-year admitted class test scores of Middle 50th percentile ranges:

SAT total score: 1350-1450

SAT Math: 730-790

ACT total score: 30-33

ACT Math: 28-35

1.3 If you apply with A-level scores, you need to apply with Math A or above. If you apply with International Baccalaureate (IB), you need to apply with Math HL 5 or above or SL 7 in Math or above. Predicted A-level or IB scores are NOT accepted. Students with valid college entrance exam scores, please contact the International Undergraduate Recruitment Office at gc-admissions@sjtu.edu.cn (e.g., Malaysia UEC exam scores, Kazakhstan UNT scores. France National Exam scores, etc.)

1.4 If you don’t have any exam scores mentioned above, you have an option to take the SJTU International Undergraduate Entrance Exam in spring 2026 with other international students.

SJTU International Undergraduate Entrance Exam

*Applicants for Engineering Cluster program in English must complete application on https://apply.commonapp.org/Login?ma=699 first.

Exam Registration: Applicants should log in to the Study@SJTU online application system (https://apply.sjtu.edu.cn) to choose the undergraduate English-taught Program, fill in the application form, submit the electronic version of application materials and complete exam.

Application Time: February 6, 2026~ March 10, 2026(Beijing Time, GMT+8)

Exam Method: Online

Exam Time: Scheduled for March 21–22, 2026. Detailed schedule will be notified via email later.

Subjects for Test

Test Category	Subjects
Science, Engineering, Agriculture, and Medicine	Mathematics, Physics, English

The outline and sample of the Test：

Math: Outline Sample

Physics: Outline Sample

English: Outline Sample Listening

(The Handbook of the exam is to be announced later.)

2. English language requirements

For non-native speakers of English, either TOEFL (iBT, code: 6210) or IELTS score is required.

2.1 TOEFL (iBT, including the Home Edition and Paper Edition): 90 or above; TOEFL Essentials: 10 or above.

2.2 IELTS: 6 or above

Exceptions: You may be exempted from providing any of these exams if your SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score is 650 or above, if both your ACT Reading and English scores are 27 or above, or if you have recently completed at least 4 years of rigorous academic study in any of the following countries: Anguilla, Antigua, Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada (except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Dominica, England, Federated, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Seychelles, Shetland Islands, St. Kitts-Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States (other than Puerto Rico), US Virgin Islands, Wales, and Singapore. (Those in American Schools and British Schools abroad may also be exempted if at least 4 years of rigorous academic study have recently been completed and if test scores meet the above standards.)

3 Recommendation Letters

Two recommendation letters are required: one from your high school counselor and one from a core academic teacher.

4. High School Transcripts

We pay special attention to math, physics, chemistry and other related subjects. Please arrange to have official copies of your transcripts in English sent to us by all high schools you attended.

5. Other documents

5.1 Proof of financial guarantee with a deposit of no less than RMB 100,000 (or equivalent in foreign currency).

5.2 The nationality or household registration of both the applicant's parents, such as passport or ID card.

5.3 Applicants with one or both parents who are Chinese citizens must provide:

5.3.1 Certificate of the applicant’s foreign nationality obtained at birth or afterward.

5.3.2 For applicants who acquired foreign nationality at birth:

a. If one or both parents were Chinese citizens and had permanent residence abroad at the time of the applicant's birth, provide the corresponding permanent residence proof of the parent(s).

b. If one or both parents were Chinese citizens and did not have permanent residence abroad at the time of the applicant's birth, provide a certificate of the applicant's renunciation of Chinese nationality for at least four years by April 30 of the application year.

5.3.3 For applicants who are originally Chinese citizens and later acquired foreign nationality, provide proof of cancellation of their Chinese residence registration and renunciation of Chinese nationality for at least four years by April 30 of the application year.

5.3.4 All visas, residence permits, and entry/exit records for China, starting from the applicant's first passport.

Note: Applicants who previously held a "People's Republic of China Travel Document" or "People's Republic of China Exit and Entry Permit" must provide the relevant documentation as in section 5.3.3

5.4 Applicants under 18 years old by September 1 of the application year must submit a Guardian Guarantee Form.

Scholarships

Excellent applicants will have the opportunity to be awarded different kinds of scholarships, such as the Chinese Government Scholarship, Shanghai Government Scholarship, SJTU Scholarship, and others.

1. Students applying for CSC Scholarship（Chinese Government Scholarship）should directly contact the local Chinese Embassy or Consulate. For specific application times and requirements, please refer to the information published by the local Chinese embassy or consulate. When completing the scholarship application form, the applicant should select Shanghai Jiao Tong University as the priority.

The scholarship content is subject to the website of China Scholarship Council. As for accommodation, SJTU does not provide free dormitory, but provides accommodation subsidy (1,100 RMB/ Month).

2. Students applying for Shanghai Government Scholarship and SJTU Scholarship can click the option “Apply for scholarship” when completing SJTU’s online application form. The contents of the scholarship are as follows:

Types	Scholarship	Note
First-Class Scholarship	Period: 4 years Tuition waiver, provides living allowance, accommodation subsidy and insurance	Insurance: 800 RMB/ Academic Year Accommodation subsidy: 1,100 RMB/ Month; Living allowance: 2,500 RMB/Month Applicants should not be awardees of other scholarships at the same time； Scholarship results will be announced together with the admission results； SJTU reserves the right of final explanation.
Second-Class Scholarship	Period: 4 years 50% tuition waiver, provides accommodation subsidy and insurance
Third-Class Scholarship	Period:4 years 25% tuition waiver, provides insurance

Fees

Application Fee: USD 75 (non-refundable)

Tuition: 120,000 RMB/ Academic Year

Insurance: 800 RMB/ Academic Year (The relevant regulations by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China and the Management Regulations for International Student of SJTU require all international students with study duration over 6 months to purchase the Group Comprehensive Insurance in Mainland of China.)

Note: The figure of estimated Fees represents average cost and is subject to change.

Admission

1. The admission decision will be based on a comprehensive evaluation. Applicants can check their admission results in the application system (https://apply.sjtu.edu.cn).

2. Applicants need to pre-pay the tuition fees in the application system (https://apply.sjtu.edu.cn) to confirm the enrollment within two weeks after admission results are released.

3. The "Admission Notice" will be issued gradually during July 2026.

4. All application materials and information provided by applicants must be authentic, accurate and fully complete. Otherwise, the applicant will be disqualified for application, enrollment or study.

Term begins

In early September 2026 (specific time will be informed on the admission letter)

Contact Information

Admission Office of International Student Center, SJTU

Address: Room 210, Donghui Building 3, 800 Dongchuan Road, Minhang District, Shanghai, China

Post code: 200240

Tel: 86-21-54743244

E-mail: isc.d@sjtu.edu.cn

Website: http://isc.sjtu.edu.cn

Global College

Address: Global College, 800 Dongchuan Rd, Shanghai, China

Post code: 200240