Quick Summary
Public (double first class university) in Shanghai, China โ East China Normal University, est. 1951. Ranked #511 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 35000 students including 12% from outside China. Known for strengths in Education, Geography, Psychology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier institution for teacher education and comprehensive research located in China's global financial hub.
Subject Strengths
EducationGeographyPsychologyMathematicsChemistryPhilosophy
Founded1951
TypePublic (Double First Class University)
Total Students35000
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusUrban/Suburban (Putuo and Minhang Campuses)
Campus Size207 hectares
Affiliated Hospitals5
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China, EQUIS, AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#511
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151-200
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Foundation Programs, Language Programs
Programs
140
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
State Key Laboratories, MOE Key Laboratories, Institute of Modern Geopolitics
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China, EQUIS, AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate22%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong emphasis on academic background in HSK levels for Chinese-taught programs and a clear research proposal for postgraduate applicants.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
ยฅ22,000/yr
per year ยท CNY
Living Cost
ยฅ50,000/yr
per year ยท CNY
PG Tuition
ยฅ30,000/yr
per year ยท CNY
Application Fee
$115
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
ยฅ80,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship (CSC), Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS), ECNU Excellence Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable for registered students under specific hardship categories
Work-StudyAvailable for international students on campus
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Foundation Programs, Language Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| International Chinese Education | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Data Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Education | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with multinational corporations in Shanghai
Industry Connections
MicrosoftAlibabaIntelEast China Normal University Press
Notable Alumni
Liu Xiang, Li Yuanๆฝฎ, Wang Huning
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus international student dormitories available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-size swimming pools, indoor basketball courts, gyms, football fields
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations including the International Students Union
Library Resources
Over 4.8 million volumes, extensive digital databases
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with 200+ universities including NYU and ENS
Summer Programs
ECNU Global Summer School