2025 SJTU International Graduate Admissions
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.
At SJTU, we have international students from 156 different countries, with more than 4,000 currently studying on campus. The university's 34 colleges and schools offer over 100 graduate programs taught in both English and Chinese. The typical duration for master’s programs is 2 to 3 years (full-time), while doctoral programs generally require 4 years (full-time).
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. Applicants should also have no criminal record and maintain a friendly attitude towards China. Furthermore, applicants must be well-behaved and willing to comply with Chinese laws and regulations, as well as the rules of SJTU.
*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.
Certain schools or institutions may accept Bachelor’s degree holders for direct entry into doctoral programs. For specific qualifications and requirements, please refer to the program admission information of the respective schools.
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 (andfinal) Round of Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) applications
Mar 31, 2025: Deadline for applications for the SGS Scholarship and SJTU Scholarship
May 31, 2025: Deadline for self-supported applications
September 2025: Enrollment
Note:All times are in Beijing Time.