2026 SJTU
Undergraduate Programs in Chinese
For International Students
Shanghai Jiao Tong University, founded
in 1896, is a top-tier and internationally renowned institution in China
characterized by its "comprehensive, innovative, and International" approach.
It ranks 30th in the 2026 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), 40th
in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 46th in the U.S.
News & World Report Global Universities ranking, and 47th in the 2026 QS
World University Rankings. Currently, the university offers undergraduate
programs spanning ten disciplines: engineering, science, medicine, economics,
management, law, liberal arts, education, agriculture, and arts. The standard
duration of study is four years, except for special programs. Upon completion
of the required curriculum, passing the necessary assessments, and successfully
defending their undergraduate thesis, students are awarded an undergraduate
diploma. Those who meet the degree requirements are granted a bachelor's
degree.
Program List
List of 2026 SJTU Undergraduate Program in Chinese for International Students
Application
Eligibility
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" and etc.
3. Good physical and mental health,
with no criminal record.
4. Excellent academic
proficiency must be demonstrated, and the following documents shall be
provided:
4.1 High school
transcript (covering all courses completed during high school). Prospective
graduates must submit a transcript of all high school courses completed up to
the point of application.
4.2 Standardized
international test scores or national/regional unified high school graduation
or university entrance examination results, such as SAT (code: 9184), AP, ACT
(code: 3038), A-Level, IB (code: N010601), UEC, etc. If the above results cannot be provided, a written explanation can be submitted.
4.3 Test score of the China
Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA). Specific subject requirements for the
CSCA can be found in the List of 2026 SJTU Undergraduate Program in Chinese for International Students. Applicants who have not yet taken the CSCA may
submit other application materials initially. Those who pass the university's
selection process will receive a pre-admission
notice and must
supplement their CSCA scores by June 30, 2026. Upon passing the final
selection, a formal admission notice will be issued.
4.4 Other
supporting documents.
5. Excellent language proficiency must
be demonstrated, and the following documents shall be provided:
5.1 Chinese language
proficiency proof, with at least one of the following materials required:
(1) HSK results: HSK Level 5 with a
score of 200 or above (with Writing ≥ 60 scores), or HSK Level 6 with a score
of 180 or above (with Writing ≥ 60 scores).
(2) Other equivalent proof, such as
documentation indicating Chinese as a native language.
(3) Application Form for One Year of Chinese Language Courses. This applies only to conditionally admitted
applicants whose Chinese proficiency does not yet meet the requirements and who
require one year of Chinese language training.
5.2 English
language proficiency proof, with at least one of the following materials
required:
(1) TOEFL scores (code: D070).
(2) IELTS scores.
(3) Other supporting materials, such as
proof of
English native speaker, English language study certificates and etc.
Application
Period
Early Round: 8:00, December 8, 2025 – 17:00, February 5, 2026 (Beijing
Time)
Regular Round: 8:00, February 6, 2026 – 17:00, March 10, 2026 (Beijing
Time)
Application and Admission Process
Step 1: Complete the online application by following the steps below:
1. Within the
designated application period, register and log in to the "Study @SJTU"
online application system (https://apply.sjtu.edu.cn). Select “New Application
Form → Undergraduate → Chinese-Taught Programs”.
2. Fill out the
application form completely and upload all required application materials as
specified.
3. Pay the
application fee online. Please note: The application fee is non-refundable once
paid.
4. Submit the application
form. Applications that are not successfully submitted will be considered
invalid.
Step 2: Applicants in the Regular Round should take the “SJTU
International Undergraduate Entrance Exam”.
1. Exam Format:
Online examination.
2. Exam Time: March
21–22, 2026. Detailed
schedule will be notified via email at a later date.
3. Exam Subjects:
Applicants are required to take the corresponding exam subjects based on their
chosen program category. Specific program categories can be found in the List of 2026 SJTU Undergraduate Program in Chinese for International Students.
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Category
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Subjects
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Science, Engineering, Agriculture & Medicine
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Mathematics, Physics, English
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Humanities & Social Science
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Mathematics, Chinese Ⅰ, English
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Chinese Language
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Chinese Ⅱ, English
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4. The outline and sample
of the Written Test
Math: Outline Sample
Physics: Outline Sample
English: Outline Sample Listening
Chinese I: Outline Sample
Chinese II: Outline Sample
Step 3: Attend the interview
Applicants who pass the university's preliminary selection will
be eligible to participate in the interview. The interview aims to assess
students' comprehensive qualities and language proficiency. Specific
arrangements will be announced on the "Study@SJTU" official website (https://isc.sjtu.edu.cn)
or via email notification.
Step 4: Check pre-admission results and
confirm enrollment
SJTU will make pre-admission decisions based on comprehensive
evaluation. Applicants may log in to the "Study@SJTU" application
system to check their pre-admission status. Those who receive a pre-admission notice
should pre-pay tuition in the application system to confirm the enrollment
within two weeks after the pre-admission results are announced. Failure to
complete the enrollment confirmation within the specified period will be
regarded as a waiver of the admission qualification.
Step 5: Download the admission notice
Electronic versions of the formal admission notices will be
available for download starting July 2026 via the email address provided during
application. Physical copies of the admission notices will be provided during
registration at the beginning of the semester.
Scholarship
Excellent
applicants will have the opportunity to be awarded different kinds of
scholarships, such as the Chinese Government Scholarship, Shanghai Government
Scholarship, SJTU Scholarship, International Chinese Language Teachers
Scholarship and others.
1. Students applying for CSC
Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship) should directly contact the local
Chinese Embassy or Consulate. For specific application periods 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:
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Classes
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Scholarship
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Note
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First-Class Scholarship
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Period：According
to length of schooling.
Tuition waiver;
Provides insurance,
accommodation subsidy and living allowance.
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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.
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Second-Class Scholarship
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Period：According
to length of schooling.
Tuition waiver;
Provides insurance and accommodation subsidy.
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Third-Class Scholarship
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Period：According
to length of schooling.
Provides insurance and accommodation subsidy.
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3. Students applying
for the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship can refer to the
application Information for SJTU International Chinese Language Teachers
Scholarship.
Term begins
in early September 2026. The specific date will be indicated in the
Admission Notice.
Fee Structure
1. Application Fee
RMB 800. The application fee is non-refundable once paid.
2. Tuition Fee
RMB 24,800 per academic year.
Note: The tuition fee for the Global Institute of Future Technology is
pending and will be subject to subsequent announcements.
3. Insurance Fee
RMB 800 per 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 as a prerequisite for the registration procedures.
4. Accommodation Fee
Ranges from RMB 6,600 to RMB 12,600 per semester. The specific cost
depends on the type of dormitory and campus arrangement. Students may choose to
live in on-campus dormitories or rent off-campus housing privately. Those
requiring on-campus accommodation must reserve a dormitory within the specified
period.
Contact
Admission Office of International Student Center, International Affairs
Division, SJTU
Address: Room 210, Donghui Building 3, 800 Dongchuan Road, Minhang
District, Shanghai, China
Post code: 200240
Tel: +86-21-54743244
Email: isc.d@sjtu.edu.cn
Website: https://isc.sjtu.edu.cn
International Students Office
Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Add: Room 318, East Building 2 Administrative Annex, 1 Banxia Road, Pudong
New Area, Shanghai 201318, China
Tel: +86-21-63847078
Email: liuxue@shsmu.edu.cn
Web: www.shsmu.edu.cn/iso
The International Student Center of Shanghai Jiao Tong University reserves
the final right to interpret the above content.