Program Overview

Introduction to Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is a world-renowned higher education institution and one of the top universities in China. It has established itself as a comprehensive, research-oriented, and internationally-focused university, currently ranked 45th worldwide (QS 2025). The university has 7 campuses and is comprised of 34 schools and departments, 13 affiliated hospitals, 13 affiliated research institutes, 23 directly affiliated units, and 5 directly affiliated enterprises, offering a wide range of degree programs.

Degree Programs

SJTU offers various degree programs, including:

• Undergraduate Programs
  • Chinese-Taught
  • English-Taught (Engineering Cluster)
  • French-Taught (Engineering Cluster)
• Graduate Programs
  • Master's Degree
  • Ph.D
• Non-Degree Programs
  • Semester Programs
    • Semester Exchange Program
    • Visiting Student Program
  • Short Term Programs
    • SJTU Global Summer School
    • Winter School
    • SJTU Summer Research Internship Program
  • Chinese Language Programs
  • Pre-University Programs
  • Virtual Opportunities

Eligibility

The following are general requirements for application to SJTU International Graduate Programs:

• Eligibility: Applicants should be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport.
• Health and Character: Applicants should be in good health and possess good character, which includes being physically and mentally healthy and meeting the medical examination requirements of both the country and the university.
• Educational Qualifications:
  • For Master's program applicants: A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree (or above) recognized in China is required.
  • For Doctoral program applicants: A Master’s degree or an equivalent degree (or above) recognized in China is required.

Important Dates

• October 1, 2024: Opening of 2025 applications
• December 15, 2024: Deadline for 1st Round of Chinese Government Scholarship applications
• February 15, 2025: Deadline for the 2nd (and final) Round of Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) applications
• March 31, 2025: Deadline for applications for the SGS Scholarship and SJTU Scholarship
• May 31, 2025: Deadline for self-supported applications
• September 2025: Enrollment

Application Process

To apply, follow these steps:

1. Complete the online application at Study@SJTU before the application deadline.
2. Pay the application fee, which is RMB 800 (approximately USD 120), non-refundable and non-transferable.

Materials to Prepare

The following materials are required for application:

1. Degree Certificates: Scanned copies of degree certificates.
2. Transcripts: Scanned copies of transcripts.
3. Proof of Language proficiency.
4. Scanned copy of passport (ordinary passport).
5. Passport-size Photo.
6. Personal Statement and Study Plan.
7. Two Letters of Academic Recommendation: From scholars who are associate professors or higher, or from senior professionals in a related academic field.
8. Supervisor Contact Requirement: For certain programs, applicants are required to contact the supervisor beforehand and provide an acceptance letter.

Tuition

• Doctoral Programs: RMB 45,500 per year (approximately USD 6,600 per year).
• Master's Programs: Tuition varies by program.

Scholarships

Incoming international graduate students have two options for scholarship applications: through Shanghai Jiao Tong University or through Chinese Embassies/Consulates in their home country. Scholarships include:

• SJTU Fellowship
• CGS/SGS Scholarship
• SJTU Scholarship
• Tuition Scholarships
• School/College Scholarships

Notes

• The GRE Designated Institution Code of SJTU is 2129.
• The TOEFL Designated Institution Code of SJTU is B902.
• For students applying for CGS/CSC TYPE B scholarship, the SJTU agency code is 10248.