All Levels
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Full tuition + housing + monthly stipend
Shanghai Normal University
Shanghai, China
"Shanghai's leading university for teacher education and Chinese studies"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#1401 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Shanghai Normal University
Shanghai Normal University (SHNU) was founded in 1954 and is a key municipal university of Shanghai. It is best known for teacher education, Chinese language and literature, history, mathematics and psychology, and runs a large Chinese-language programme for international students through its International College of Chinese Studies. SHNU has two campuses: Xuhui in central Shanghai and Fengxian in the south of the city.
Rankings & Recognition
#1401
Ranked in the 1401+ band of the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
Shanghai municipal key university
Plan 111
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Shanghai Normal University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
4.4#
Employer Reputation
3.4#
Faculty / Student
17.0#
Citations / Faculty
9.5#
Intl. Faculty
6.8#
Intl. Students
4.9#
Intl. Research Network
24.9#
Employment Outcomes
1.4#
Sustainability
32.2#
#
Key Facts
1954
Founded
30,676
Total Students
1,273
International Students
2,296
Faculty
Xuhui, Fengxian
Campuses
Popular Programs
Chinese Language
Teaching Chinese (TCSOL)
Education
History
Mathematics
Psychology
Application Details
Application Route
Online (apply.shnu.edu.cn)
Application Fee
CNY 520 (Bachelor's)
Intakes
March, September
UG Deadline
30 June
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS (English-taught)
|
6.0 |
|
TOEFL iBT (English-taught)
|
80 |
|
HSK (Bachelor's)
|
HSK 4 180-210+ |
|
HSK (Master's)
|
HSK 5 180+ |
|
HSK (PhD)
|
HSK 6 180+ |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
JW202 + X1 student visa
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
CNY 520
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
1%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 2,296
International Staff — 5%
—
Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
SHNU's Xuhui campus is on Guilin Road in central Shanghai, and the larger Fengxian campus is in the south of the city near Hangzhou Bay.
Campus Details
2
Shanghai campuses
2296
faculty
1273
international students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 26 to 33 C
Coldest (Jan): 3 to 9 C
Climate: Humid subtropical
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dorms: CNY 80-160 per day
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
30,676
International Students
1,273
Undergraduate
67%
Postgraduate
33%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's (Chinese)
CNY 19,800 / year
Tuition - Bachelor's (Science)
CNY 20,800 / year
Tuition - Bachelor's (Arts)
CNY 25,000 / year
Accommodation
CNY 80-160 / day
Intakes & Deadlines
SHNU admits language students in March and September and degree students in September. Bachelor's applications usually close on 30 June; the Shanghai Government Scholarship deadline is around 31 May.
Scholarships at Shanghai Normal University
3 scholarships available
All Levels
Shanghai Government Scholarship
Tuition + housing + CNY 3,000-3,500 / month
Bachelor's
Full or partial tuition
ICCS Undergraduate 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; HSK 4 or HSK 5 by subject
Postgraduate
Bachelor's/master's; HSK 5-6 / IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80
English Proficiency
IELTS (English-taught)
TOEFL iBT (English-taught)
HSK (Bachelor's)
HSK 4 180-210+HSK (Master's)
HSK (PhD)
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 apply.shnu.edu.cn.
2
Apply online
Register on apply.shnu.edu.cn 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
SHNU's Xuhui campus is on Guilin Road in central Shanghai, and the larger Fengxian campus is in the south of the city near Hangzhou Bay.
Master's
1
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Master's
Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Bachelor's
2
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Bachelor's
Chinese Language
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