Shanghai Jiao Tong University
上海交通大学 · SJTU
Shanghai, Shanghai · QS #45
QS Rank
#45
City
Shanghai
Founded
1896
Students
45,000+
Intl Students
6,500+
CSC Eligible
Yes — Type A & B
Tuition
$3,500–7,000/yr
Living Cost
$500–900/mo
Language
HSK 4+ (Chinese-taught) / IELTS 6.0+ (English-taught)
Deadline
February 28 (CSC) / April 30 (self-funded)
About Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Shanghai Jiao Tong University is one of China's oldest and most influential institutions, with deep roots in engineering, medicine, and business. Located in Shanghai — China's most internationalized city — SJTU gives students access to the country's financial hub, major MNCs, and a vibrant expat community. The university's Antai College of Economics & Management is triple-accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA), and its medical school is the top-ranked in China. SJTU's Michigan-SJTU Joint Institute offers a unique dual-degree pathway for engineering students.
Motto: "Drinking Water, Remembering the Source"
Programs Offered
Key Strengths
- #1 Medical School in China
- Triple-accredited business school
- Shanghai's international business environment
- Michigan-SJTU Joint Institute
- Strong industry internship pipeline
Admission Tips
SJTU is moderately competitive among C9 schools. The MBBS program is extremely popular with international students — apply early. CSC applicants should target Type A through the Chinese Embassy or Type B through the university directly. Professor connections matter for research programs. GPA requirement: 3.0+/4.0 for Master's.
Campus Life
The Minhang campus is massive and modern, located in suburban Shanghai with excellent metro connectivity to downtown (Line 5 & 15). Shanghai offers the most Western-friendly lifestyle in China — international food, English-speaking services, and a massive expat community. Budget ¥4,000–6,000/month for comfortable Shanghai living. Dorms are modern with AC and Wi-Fi.
Why Choose Shanghai Jiao Tong University?
Shanghai's global business hub location
China's #1 medical school
World-class business school
Most internationalized C9 campus
Excellent post-graduation career prospects
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