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Shanghai University

ยท Public University

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Shanghai University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Shanghai University is a public university in Shanghai, China, owned by the Shanghai Municipal People's Government. It suits students who want to study at a municipal public institution in a large Chinese city and want a university with Project 211 and Double First-Class Construction status.

  2. What you can study

    Shanghai University is a broad public university in Shanghai, but no subject areas or programme names are provided here. Confirm the current programme catalogue on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and whether their chosen programme has any specific application steps. If you need degree recognition, language requirements, or visa-related documents, confirm those directly with admissions before you apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here; confirm the current fee with its admissions office. Living costs in Shanghai will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it for each programme before applying. You should also check the application route, document requirements, tuition, and visa steps with the university.

  6. How it compares

    China has 398 universities, so Shanghai University sits within a very large higher-education system. Its municipal public status and Project 211 plus Double First-Class Construction recognition make it a stronger fit for applicants who want a public university in Shanghai with national-level designation rather than a small specialist institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Shanghai University

What type of university is Shanghai University?

It is a public university.

Where is Shanghai University located?

It is in Shanghai, China.

Who owns Shanghai University?

It is owned by the Shanghai Municipal People's Government.

Does Shanghai University have any national project status?

Yes. It is part of Project 211 and the Double First-Class Construction.

Overview

Shanghai University (SHU) is a municipal public university in Shanghai, China. It is owned by the Shanghai Municipal People's Government. The university is part of Project 211 and the Double First-Class Construction.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for China.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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