Tongji University
同济大学 · TJU-SH
Shanghai, Shanghai · QS #192
QS Rank
#192
City
Shanghai
Founded
1907
Students
38,000+
Intl Students
4,500+
CSC Eligible
Yes — Type A & B
Tuition
$3,000–6,000/yr
Living Cost
$500–900/mo
Language
HSK 4+ (Chinese-taught) / IELTS 6.0+ (English-taught)
Deadline
March 31 (CSC) / May 31 (self-funded)
About Tongji University
Tongji University is Shanghai's third-ranked university and China's undisputed #1 in architecture, urban planning, and civil engineering. Founded in 1907 by German doctors, it retains deep German academic connections — the Sino-German College is one of the largest joint education programs between Europe and China. Tongji's Siping campus sits in the creative heart of Shanghai's Yangpu district, surrounded by design studios, art galleries, and hip cafes. The university is known for its practical, hands-on engineering culture and strong automotive engineering program (partnerships with Volkswagen, BMW).
Motto: "Discipline, Practicality, Unity, Creativity"
Programs Offered
Key Strengths
- #1 in Architecture & Urban Planning in China
- Deep German academic partnership
- Shanghai location
- Top automotive engineering (VW/BMW links)
- Creative design campus
Admission Tips
Tongji is moderately competitive, especially for architecture. The German language programs and Sino-German joint degrees offer unique pathways. Architecture requires a portfolio. Engineering programs have generous CSC quotas. GPA: 3.0+/4.0.
Campus Life
The Siping campus area has become Shanghai's design district — street art, independent bookstores, and creative studios everywhere. You get all the benefits of Shanghai's international lifestyle. The campus is compact and walkable. Budget: ¥4,000–6,000/month (Shanghai prices).
Why Choose Tongji University?
China's #1 architecture school
German academic partnership
Creative Shanghai design district
Strong automotive engineering
International campus culture
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