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Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) CSC Scholarship 2025

One of the best universities in China and a globally recognized center of higher learning is Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). It is currently ranked 46th in the world (QS 2023) and has made a name for itself as a comprehensive, internationally focused, and research-oriented university. Offering a wide range of degree programs, the university currently has 33 schools/departments, 12 connected hospitals, 2 affiliated medical research institutes, 23 directly affiliated units, and 5 directly affiliated enterprises.

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Over 7000 international students are enrolled at SJTU each year, and the university accepts students from almost 100 different nations. International students can enroll in more than 100 graduate programs offered by its 31 colleges and schools. Typically, master's degrees need two to three years of full-time study, whereas doctoral programs require four years.

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ELIGIBILITY

The following are general requirements for application to SJTU International Graduate Programs.

      1. Non-Chinese citizen.

      2. Good health both physically and mentally.

      3. Outstanding academic performance and potential.

      4. Bachelor’s degree for master program applicants. Master’s degree for doctoral program applicants.

      5. Proficiency in Chinese and/or English. For details please refer to Language Requirement for SJTU International Graduate Programs. 

IMPORTANT DATES

• Oct 1, 2024 application opens

• Dec 15, 2024  Deadline for 1st Round Chinese Government Scholarship application

• Feb 15, 2025   Deadline for 2nd (Last)Round of Chinese Government Scholarship Application

• Mar 31, 2025   Deadline for SGS Scholarship, SJTU Scholarship application

• May 31, 2025  Deadline for self-supported application

Note： Beijing Time

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1: Complete the Online Application

• Before the application deadline, fill up and submit an online application at Study@SJTU http://isc.sjtu.edu.cn/
• Please finish the application before the scholarship deadline if you would like to apply for the scholarship at the same time.

Step 2: Pay the Application Fee

• The application price is RMB 800, or around USD 120. It is neither transferrable nor refundable. You can only pay with RMB or USD. In the online application system, you have the option of paying online or by bank transfer.

Ingredients need (Document Required)

• Scannable files containing degree certificates. If the applicant has not graduated by the deadline for applying, they must submit an official letter from their present university specifying when they plan to graduate.

• scanned files containing transcripts. Transcripts from undergraduate studies must be submitted by applicants to master's programs. Transcripts from both undergraduate and graduate school must be submitted by candidates for doctoral programs.

• Proof of language proficiency. Please refer to the SJTU International Graduate Programs Language Requirement.

• copy of passport scanned.

• Passport-size photograph

• study plan and personal statement.

• Two academic recommendation letters from prominent practitioners in a related field of study or from academics who hold the rank of associate professor or above. To submit recommendation letters online, please follow the instructions on the system or upload the original, signed recommendation letters.

• To apply to programs at the School of Mechanical Engineering or the School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, you must first speak with the supervisor and submit a letter of acceptance from them.  

Note: Please have your documents translated into English or Chinese by a recognized translation firm if they are not already in either language. After that, upload the original and translated documents to the application system.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Basically, there are two ways to apply for scholarships for prospective international graduate students: either through Shanghai Jiao Tong University(Type B) or through Chinese Embassies/Consulates(Type A) back home. Only one application channel may be selected by applicants. Applications that are duplicated over many channels are prohibited.

How to Apply

1. Apply for scholarships through SJTU

• Scholarships for PhD programs will include the SJTU Fellowship, CSC/SGS Scholarship, and SJTU Scholarship beginning in 2025. Additionally, the following scholarships will be available for master's programs: SJTU, CSC/SGS, and school/college. Every scholarship's specifics are available through the application process.

• Applying online: Go to http://application.sjtu.edu.cn/, select "apply for the scholarship through SJTU," and complete the instructions. Applicants must fulfill the university's standards and submit their scholarship applications on time.

• If the university receives a positive evaluation result, the applicant will receive an offer of admission and scholarship sooner if the application is completed in full. The application system allows applicants to view the scholarship outcome.

• Please be aware that candidates using SJTU to apply for Chinese Government Scholarships must upload the completed Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship (available at https://www.campuschina.org/) and submit their applications by the deadline. If not suggested as a CSC Scholarship candidate, the application will be automatically assessed for the SGS Scholarship or SJTU Scholarship.

2. Apply for scholarships through Chinese Embassies/Consulates in the home country (Type B)

• For scholarship opportunities, applicants can also apply to the Chinese Embassies/Consulates in their own countries. Each country has a different application period, which is typically from November to April.

• For information on the application deadline, eligibility, prerequisites, procedures, paperwork, agency number, program category type, and other details, please contact the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in advance. Please refer to http://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/, the website of the People's Republic of China, for contact details regarding Chinese embassies and consulates.