All Levels
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Full tuition + housing + monthly stipend
Shandong University
Jinan, China
"One of China's oldest and largest comprehensive universities"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#339 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Shandong University
Shandong University (SDU) was founded in Jinan in 1901 and is one of the oldest modern universities in China, with roots going back to 1733. It is a public research university under the Ministry of Education and part of Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. SDU covers medicine, engineering, sciences, humanities and law, and offers an English-taught MBBS. It has campuses in Jinan, Weihai and Qingdao.
Rankings & Recognition
#339
Ranked #339 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#309 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Project 985
Project 211
Double First-Class
Ministry of Education direct-affiliated university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Shandong University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
22.8#
Employer Reputation
39.0#
Faculty / Student
21.8#
Citations / Faculty
97.1#
Intl. Faculty
11.2#
Intl. Students
5.7#
Intl. Research Network
72.8#
Employment Outcomes
26.8#
Sustainability
57.5#
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Key Facts
1901
Founded
35,450
Total Students
2,785
International Students
3,377
Faculty
Jinan, Weihai, Qingdao
Campuses
Popular Programs
Medicine (MBBS)
Mathematics
Chemistry
Computer Science
Chinese Literature
Law
Application Details
Application Route
Online via SDU admissions
Intakes
September
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS / TOEFL (English-taught)
|
Required |
|
HSK (Chinese-taught)
|
Level 4-5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
JW202 + X1 student visa
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
—
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
27%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 3,377
International Staff — 11%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
SDU's main campus is at 27 Shanda South Road in Jinan, the capital of Shandong. It also has full campuses on the coast in Weihai and Qingdao.
Campus Details
3
cities
3377
faculty
2785
international students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 23 to 32 C
Coldest (Jan): -5 to 4 C
Climate: Humid continental
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dorms: International student housing
Dining
Campus canteens: Chinese and halal food
Health & Wellness
Campus clinic: Basic care on site
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
35,450
International Students
2,785
Undergraduate
63%
Postgraduate
37%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (per year)
Living Cost (per year)
Intakes & Deadlines
SDU admits international students in September. Deadlines vary by programme and campus; CSC scholarship deadlines are earlier.
Scholarships at Shandong University
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Partial to full tuition
Shandong Provincial Government Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma + CSCA; HSK 4 (Chinese-taught)
Postgraduate
Bachelor's/master's; IELTS / TOEFL or HSK 5
English Proficiency
IELTS / TOEFL (English-taught)
RequiredHSK (Chinese-taught)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Study / research plan
Two recommendation letters
Language certificate (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL)
Physical examination form
Non-criminal record
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list on the SDU admissions portal.
2
Apply online
Register on the SDU admissions portal and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the application application fee.
4
Review
The school reviews your file; some hold an interview or test.
5
Admission & visa
Get the admission letter and JW202, then apply for an X1 visa.
6
Arrive & register
Register on campus and get your residence permit within 30 days.
Campus & Location
SDU's main campus is at 27 Shanda South Road in Jinan, the capital of Shandong. It also has full campuses on the coast in Weihai and Qingdao.
Bachelor's
2
Shandong University
📍 Jinan
Bachelor's
Clinical Medicine (MBBS)
Shandong University
📍 Jinan
Bachelor's
Chinese Language
Master's
1
Shandong University
📍 Jinan
Master's
Computer Science and Technology
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