Tuition & Scholarships
1. Tuition
| Program | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
| Doctoral Programs | RMB 45,500 (approx. USD 6,600) |
| Master's Programs | RMB 28,900 (approx. USD 4,190) |
2. TDLI International Graduate Student Scholarships (Institute-Funded)
2.1 Scholarship Tiers
A‑Tier (PhD)
| Year | Annual Stipend |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | RMB 140,000 |
| Year 2 | RMB 150,000 |
| Year 3 | RMB 160,000 |
| Year 4 | RMB 170,000 |
| Year 5 | RMB 180,000 |
B‑Tier
| Program | Annual Stipend |
|---|---|
| Doctoral Program | RMB 104,000 |
| Master's Program | RMB 92,000 |
Tuition Waiver: Annual tuition fee (RMB 45,500) is waived for TDLI scholarship recipients.
Scholarship eligibility is reviewed during TDLI screening, and final scholarship details are specified in the TDLI Pre‑offer.
Scholarship eligibility is reviewed during TDLI screening, and final scholarship details are specified in the TDLI Pre‑offer.
3. Estimated Living Costs in Shanghai
| Expense Category | Estimated Monthly Cost (RMB) |
|---|---|
| Rent | 3,500 |
| Food | 1,800 |
| Transportation | 250 |
| Mobile + Wi-Fi | 100 |
| Utilities | 80 |
| Leisure | 500 |
| Miscellaneous | 300 |
Estimated Monthly Total: RMB 6,530
Estimated Annual Total: RMB 78,360
4. Other Scholarship Opportunities (SJTU & External)
4.1 Scholarship Types
Doctoral Applicants
- Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS)
- Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS)
- SJTU Fellowship
- SJTU Scholarship
- School/College Scholarships
Master’s Applicants
- Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS)
- Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS)
- SJTU Scholarship
- SJTU Tuition Waiver Scholarship
- School/College Scholarships
4.2 Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must meet SJTU’s standard eligibility for international graduate programs.
- Applicants must not hold conflicting scholarships.
- Doctoral applicants: generally under 40 years old.
- Master’s applicants: generally under 35 years old.
4.3 Application Deadlines
| Deadline | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2025 | CGS (1st Round via SJTU) |
| February 15, 2026 | CGS (Final Round via SJTU) |
| March 31, 2026 | SGS & SJTU Scholarships |
4.4 Application Channels
Apply through SJTU (Type B)
- Apply via http://apply.sjtu.edu.cn/ and select “Apply for Scholarship through SJTU (Type B).”
- SJTU Agency Code: 10248.
- If not recommended for CGS, applicants are automatically considered for SGS, SJTU, and School/College scholarships.
Apply through Chinese Embassies/Consulates (Type A)
- Application period varies by country (typically November–April).
- Applicants must also complete the SJTU online application.
- Embassy directory: Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
4.5 Scholarship Results
Results are released via the Study@SJTU system. No separate written notices are issued.
4.6 Important Notes
- Scholarship duration generally cannot be extended; annual review required.
- Allocation of CGS/SGS may adjust according to policy updates.
- SJTU and School/College Scholarships may cover full or partial tuition.
- Students may choose on-campus or off-campus housing; subsidies depend on scholarship type.