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Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in China, founded in 1896 in Shanghai. The university is known for its strong programs in engineering, science, medicine, and business, as well as its active international collaborations. Today, SJTU is among the world's leading universities and is a participant in China's national projects "Double First Class" and "Project 985."

China, Shanghai
Main campus is located in Shanghai's Minhang District, just a 20-minute metro ride from the famous Pudong business district and its skyscrapers
Acceptance rate - 15%
Number of students - 39 156 Number of students - 39 156
International students - 11% International students - 11%
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№47 QS World University Rankings QS World University Rankings
№10 QS World University Rankings: Asia QS World University Rankings: Asia
№67 CWUR (Center for World University Rankings) CWUR (Center for World University Rankings)

Quick Facts

Main campus is located in Shanghai's Minhang District, just a 20-minute metro ride from the famous Pudong business district and its skyscrapers Main campus is located in Shanghai's Minhang District, just a 20-minute metro ride from the famous Pudong business district and its skyscrapers
Acceptance rate - 15% Acceptance rate - 15%
Number of students - 39 156 Number of students - 39 156
International students - 11% International students - 11%

About University

Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in China, founded in 1896. It is known for its strong programs in engineering, medicine, science, and business, and is also the founder of the renowned Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) (Shanghai Ranking). Today, SJTU enrolls over 39,000 students, approximately 11% of whom are international, making the university an international talent magnet. The main campus is located in Shanghai's Minhang District and features modern research laboratories, libraries, and student housing. The university actively collaborates with leading universities and companies worldwide, developing research projects and exchange programs. SJTU consistently ranks highly in global rankings, placing among the top 50 universities in the world according to QS.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

UM-SJTU Joint Institute (Joint Institute, JI)

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School of Materials Science and Engineering

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School of Electronic Information and Electrical Engineering

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School of Mechanical Engineering; School of Ocean & Civil Engineering

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Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Open

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 31 Mar, 2026
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Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

3.0

Recommendation Letter Required

Standardized Tests

SAT
Overall Score

1350

ACT
Overall Score

30

English Language Level

IELTS

6

TOEFL iBT

90

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply Shanghai Jiao Tong University

1

Online registration

Create a personal account on the Study@SJTU portal and fill out the form.

2

Uploading documents

Submit your school certificate/transcript, test results (TOEFL/IELTS/SAT/ACT, etc.), passport, and letters of recommendation.

3

Payment of the registration fee

Pay the application fee (usually around 800 RMB).

4

Rating and team

Applications are reviewed by the Admissions Committee; a written SJTU Entrance Exam or interview may be required.

5

Receiving an offer

If the decision is positive, the university will send a Letter of Admission and a JW202 form for a visa.

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$16,438/year
Includes academic materials
Accommodation
$300/year
Transport
$15/year
Nutrition
$170/year
Other expenses
$100/year
Scholarships
• First-Class Scholarship (SJTU Scholarship / Shanghai Government Scholarship) • Third-Class Scholarship • Second-Class Scholarship

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Luwan Campus

World-class facility

• Minhang Campus

World-class facility

• Xuhui Campus

World-class facility