Quick Summary
Shanghai University, in Shanghai, China, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1922. Ranked #514 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 40000 students including 10% from outside China. Known for strengths in Materials Science, Engineering - Mechanical, Art & Design, it maintains an acceptance rate of 28%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier location in China's financial capital with a focus on modernizing and globalizing education.
Subject Strengths
Materials ScienceEngineering - MechanicalArt & DesignSocial Sciences & Management
Founded1922
TypePublic
Total Students40000
Intl Students10%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus Size400 acres
Affiliated HospitalsShanghai University Affiliated Hospital,Shanghai Baoshan District Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#514
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Master,PhD,Non-degree Chinese Language Programs
Programs
24
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
State Key Laboratory of Advanced Special Steel,Shanghai Film Academy,Institute of Smart City Research
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate28%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply early for the Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS) and highlight interdisciplinary research interests for graduate programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥25,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥50,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥32,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥80,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship,Shanghai Government Scholarship,Shanghai University Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Master,PhD,Non-degree Chinese Language Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Metallurgical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Global Studies | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Shanghai-based multinational corporations.
Industry Connections
SAIC MotorHuaweiTencentHSBC China
Notable Alumni
Gong Xue,Lin Beichuan,Han Zheng
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool,Indoor Basketball Arena,Tennis Courts,Standard Track and Field
Student Clubs
SHU Model UN,International Student Union,Traditional Chinese Music Club,Robotics Team
Library Resources
Over 4.1 million print volumes and extensive electronic databases.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available