Quick Summary
Based in Shenzhen, China, Shenzhen University is a public with roots dating back to 1983. Ranked #580 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 43381 students including 3.2% from outside China. Known for strengths in Computer Science, Information Engineering, Communication Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Known as the 'University of Innovation' in China's Silicon Valley, offering deep integration with the world's leading tech companies.
Subject Strengths
Computer ScienceInformation EngineeringCommunication EngineeringMaterial ScienceOptoelectronic Engineering
Founded1983
TypePublic
Total Students43381
Intl Students3.2%
Faculty Ratio14.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size2.72 km²
Affiliated Hospitals2
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#580
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#175
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Continuing Education
Programs
15
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
105
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 Rate15.5%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight extracurricular activities and any research or innovation projects related to the tech industry in Shenzhen.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Chinese Yuan Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥28,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥45,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥38,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥73,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship,Guangdong Provincial Government Scholarship,SZU International Student Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$2,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Software Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electronic Information Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$16,500
Average Salary After Graduation
96.2%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementUnparalleled access to Tencent, Huawei, DJI, and BYD within the city.
Industry Connections
TencentHuaweiPing AnDJITCL
Notable Alumni
Ma Huateng (Pony Ma),Zhang Zhidong,Chen Yidan,Shi Yuzhu
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-size Swimming Pool,Golf Practice Range,Tennis Courts,Basketball Arena
Student Clubs
112
Library Resources
Extensive digital library and 3.6 million physical volumes across Houhai and Xili campuses.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available