Quick Information
| Tuition Fee | RMB 24,800 per academic year for international undergraduate students (2026) |
|---|---|
| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
| Application Link | Apply via the official page |
| Official Source | https://global.sjtu.edu.cn/en/study-sjtu/prospective/degree-programs/268 |
Why Shanghai Jiao Tong University stands out
Shanghai Jiao Tong University is one of China’s oldest institutions of higher education, with a history spanning more than 130 years. It is a national key university directly administered by the Ministry of Education of China and jointly supported by the Shanghai Municipal Government. Its campuses across Shanghai cover more than three million square metres. The university offers graduate programmes taught in Chinese or entirely in English to international applicants from around the world, and it is authorised to award doctoral degrees in 57 first-level disciplines.
What you can study
International students can study engineering, computer science, science, medicine, business and many other fields at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level. Master’s programmes normally take two to three years and doctoral programmes normally take four years. Some schools ask applicants to obtain a letter of intent for supervision from a supervisor before submitting an application, so applicants should check the requirements of their chosen school.
International admissions
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens holding a foreign ordinary passport for private purposes, and must meet the language requirements of their chosen programme. Applications are made through the university’s online application system for international students. For the 2027 graduate intake, applications opened on 5 November 2026, with the Chinese Government Scholarship first-round deadline on 15 December 2026, the final deadline on 15 February 2027, and the self-funded deadline on 31 May 2027. Scholarships include the Chinese Government Scholarship, the Shanghai Government Scholarship and SJTU Scholarships. Full details are on the official SJTU international graduate admissions page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to Shanghai Jiao Tong University as an international student?
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens holding a foreign ordinary passport, in good physical and mental health, with no criminal record. Master’s applicants need a degree equivalent to a Chinese bachelor’s degree, and doctoral applicants need a degree equivalent to a Chinese master’s degree. Some schools accept bachelor’s degree holders for direct entry to doctoral study.
How much is tuition, and are scholarships available?
Tuition varies by programme. For 2026, Chinese-taught undergraduate tuition is RMB 24,800 per academic year. Graduate tuition is listed programme by programme in the international graduate programme catalogue. Scholarships include the Chinese Government Scholarship, the Shanghai Government Scholarship, SJTU Scholarships and SJTU Tuition Waiver Scholarships.
When should I apply?
For the 2027 graduate intake, applications opened on 5 November 2026. The first-round deadline for the Chinese Government Scholarship through the university is 15 December 2026, the final deadline is 15 February 2027, the Shanghai Government Scholarship and SJTU Scholarships deadline is 31 March 2027, and the self-funded deadline is 31 May 2027.
What visa do admitted students need?
The university’s admissions guide explains the visa steps for admitted students. Check the official admissions pages for the current visa guidance and the documents you will need before travelling to China.
Is on-campus accommodation available?
Students may reserve on-campus accommodation as needed or arrange their own accommodation off campus. The university provides accommodation allowances according to the scholarship award level.