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Graduates receive an NYU degree, not a partner certificate — NYU Shanghai is a degree-granting campus of NYU itself.
Shanghai, China
New York University Shanghai
An NYU degree in China — the first Sino-US joint-venture research university
New York University Shanghai was established in 2012 by New York University and East China Normal University as the first Sino-US joint-venture research university approved by China’s Ministry of Education. It is a degree-granting campus of NYU rather than a partner or exchange arrangement: every graduate receives a New York University degree, and undergraduates are guaranteed study away at NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi or the university’s global academic centres. Instruction is entirely in English under a liberal arts and sciences curriculum, with 19 undergraduate majors spanning business and finance, computer science and data science, engineering, neural science, interactive media arts, humanities and the social sciences, plus graduate programs including the MS in Data Analytics and Business Computing and PhD tracks in data science and electrical engineering run jointly with NYU schools in New York. Since spring 2023 the university has occupied a purpose-built vertical campus at Qiantan (New Bund) in Pudong. The student body of roughly 2,500 is deliberately balanced between Chinese and international students from around 80 countries, and Chinese language study is required of all international undergraduates — producing graduates who hold a US degree, speak Mandarin and understand China first-hand.
- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Founded
- 2012
- International Students
- 1,000+
- Teaching Language
- English
- Tuition
- USD 68,576 / year (undergraduate, 2026–2027)
- Intake
- September
- Application Deadline
- January 5
Why Choose
Why Choose New York University Shanghai
Key reasons international students choose New York University Shanghai for their studies in China.
First Sino-US Joint University
Approved in 2012 as China’s first Sino-US joint-venture research university, co-founded with East China Normal University.
Guaranteed Global Study Away
Undergraduates spend semesters at NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi or global academic centres across five continents.
Full English Liberal Arts Curriculum
All 19 majors are taught entirely in English under a US liberal arts and sciences core — no Chinese entry requirement.
Half Chinese, Half International
A cohort deliberately balanced between Chinese and international students from about 80 countries, with paired roommates.
Purpose-Built Qiantan Campus
A vertical campus opened in 2023 in Pudong’s New Bund financial district, minutes from Shanghai’s corporate core.
Programs
Programs for International Students
Explore the degree programs and academic strengths available to international students at New York University Shanghai.
Business & Finance
BachelorLanguage: English
Duration: 4 years
Tuition: USD 68,576 / year
Intake: September
Scholarship: Need-based financial aid and merit awards eligible
Computer Science
BachelorLanguage: English
Duration: 4 years
Tuition: USD 68,576 / year
Intake: September
Scholarship: Need-based financial aid and merit awards eligible
Data Science
BachelorLanguage: English
Duration: 4 years
Tuition: USD 68,576 / year
Intake: September
Scholarship: Need-based financial aid and merit awards eligible
Interactive Media Arts
BachelorLanguage: English
Duration: 4 years
Tuition: USD 68,576 / year
Intake: September
Scholarship: Need-based financial aid and merit awards eligible
Data Analytics & Business Computing
MasterLanguage: English
Duration: 1 year
Tuition: Program-specific — confirm with the graduate office
Intake: September
Scholarship: Graduate merit awards eligible
Data Science
DoctorLanguage: English
Duration: 5 years
Tuition: Fully funded PhD — tuition covered
Intake: September
Scholarship: Full funding with stipend for admitted candidates
Admission
Admission Requirements
What you need to apply to New York University Shanghai as an international student.
- Academic RequirementsCompleted secondary education with a strong record. Accepted credentials include the IB Diploma with three higher-level exam results, A-Levels, the Chinese gaokao or other accredited national examinations.
- Language RequirementsEnglish proficiency evidence (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or equivalent) is required unless you studied at an English-medium school for the three years before applying. No Chinese proficiency is required to enter.
- Application PlatformUndergraduate applicants apply through the Common Application and select NYU Shanghai as their campus of choice.
- Required DocumentsOfficial high school transcripts, a school report, at least one teacher evaluation, standardised or national exam results, and English proficiency scores where applicable.
- Application DeadlineEarly Decision I: November 1. Early Decision II: January 1. Regular Decision: January 5.
- Application FeeUSD 85, paid through the Common Application, with fee waivers available.
- Medical ExaminationAdmitted international students complete a Foreigner Physical Examination and immunisation record for Shanghai residency registration.
- Visa DocumentsNYU Shanghai issues the JW202 form and Admission Notice used to apply for an X1 student visa at a Chinese embassy or consulate.
Tuition & Scholarships
Costs & Funding
Transparent tuition, living costs and scholarship options for international students.
Cost Breakdown
- Annual Tuition
- USD 68,576 / year (undergraduate, 2026–2027)
- Accommodation
- USD 3,500 – 6,500 / yearJingyao Residence Halls, Houtan, Pudong
- Application Fee
- USD 85 (one-time)
- Medical Insurance
- Included in the university fee scheduleMandatory international student health plan
- Estimated Living Cost
- CNY 4,000 – 6,500 / monthMeals, transport & personal expenses in Shanghai
Estimated First-Year CostUSD 85,000 – 95,000
NYU Shanghai Need-Based Financial Aid
Coverage: Institutional grant funding toward tuition and living costs, sized to demonstrated family need.
Eligibility: International undergraduate applicants who submit the CSS Profile by the deadline for their application round.
Deadline: February 1 (Regular Decision)
NYU Shanghai Merit Scholarships
Coverage: Partial to substantial tuition awards for academically outstanding admits.
Eligibility: Considered automatically for admitted undergraduates with exceptional academic and personal records.
Deadline: January 5
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Coverage: Full or partial tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend and comprehensive insurance where the program is designated.
Eligibility: Non-Chinese nationals applying to eligible degree programs; confirm availability with the admissions office each cycle.
Deadline: Varies by cycle
Graduate & PhD Funding
Coverage: Fully funded doctoral places with tuition coverage and stipend; merit awards for master’s applicants.
Eligibility: Admitted PhD candidates in data science and electrical engineering, and selected master’s admits.
Deadline: Program-specific
Campus Life
Life on Campus
What daily student life looks like at New York University Shanghai.
Vertical Qiantan Campus
A single purpose-built tower complex opened in 2023, housing classrooms, labs, studios and social space under one roof.
Jingyao Residence Halls
Apartment-style rooms in Houtan, Pudong, roughly ten minutes from campus by university shuttle.
Chinese-International Roommates
First-year students are paired across nationalities, making language exchange and cultural learning part of daily life.
Interactive Media Arts Studios
Maker spaces, fabrication labs and media studios open to students in every major, not only arts students.
Athletics And Recreation
Campus fitness facilities, intramural leagues and NYU Shanghai varsity teams competing in regional tournaments.
New Bund Location
Metro links from Pudong’s financial district reach the Bund, Lujiazui and central Shanghai within minutes.
Gallery
Campus Gallery
A visual tour of New York University Shanghai.
Research & Innovation
Research Strengths
Research capacity and innovation ecosystem at New York University Shanghai.
NYU-ECNU Joint Research Institutes
Joint institutes in computational chemistry, mathematical sciences, physics, social development and brain science.
Brain And Cognitive Science
The NYU-ECNU Institute of Brain and Cognitive Science supports neural science research with NYU faculty collaboration.
Data Science And AI
Research in machine learning, data-driven finance and applied AI, feeding a jointly awarded NYU data science PhD.
Volatility And Risk Institute
Financial economics research on volatility, risk and China’s markets, linked to NYU Stern’s research network.
Undergraduate Research Funding
Deans’ Undergraduate Research Fund places students in faculty labs and independent projects from early years.
NYU Global Research Network
Access to faculty, libraries and laboratories across NYU’s New York, Abu Dhabi and global academic sites.
Career Outcomes
Graduate Outcomes
Where a degree from New York University Shanghai can take you after graduation.
Finance And Consulting Recruitment
Graduates enter investment banking, asset management and consulting firms based in Shanghai, Hong Kong and beyond.
Technology And Data Roles
Computer science and data science graduates join global technology firms and China’s leading internet companies.
Top Graduate School Placement
A large share continue to master’s and doctoral study at NYU and other highly selective universities worldwide.
Bilingual Global Employability
A US degree combined with Mandarin ability and China experience is rewarded by multinational employers.
NYU Worldwide Alumni Network
Graduates join NYU’s global alumni community spanning New York, Shanghai, Abu Dhabi and every major market.
Internships In Pudong
The New Bund campus location places students beside the corporate headquarters that recruit them.
Student Support
International Student Support
How New York University Shanghai helps international students settle in and succeed.
Accommodation Assistance
Guaranteed residence hall placement for international undergraduates, with room selection support before arrival.
Residence Permit
Guided assistance converting your X1 visa into a residence permit within 30 days of arriving in Shanghai.
Orientation
A structured international orientation covering registration, campus systems, banking, safety and life in Shanghai.
Academic Advising
Dedicated advisers guide liberal arts core planning, major declaration and study-away semester selection.
Mandatory Chinese Language Program
Structured Mandarin courses at every level, required of international undergraduates and taught in small groups.
Health And Wellness Services
On-campus health and counselling services, mandatory insurance enrolment and referrals to Shanghai hospitals.
Emergency Assistance
Round-the-clock public safety and student affairs contacts for urgent situations on and off campus.
Visa And Study Away Guidance
Support with JW202 forms, visa renewals and the additional visas required for NYU global study away terms.
Student Community
Student government, cultural clubs and national societies representing roughly 80 countries on one campus.
Timeline
Application Timeline
Key dates and milestones for applying to New York University Shanghai.
- August – October
Applications Open
The Common Application opens for the September intake; prepare essays, transcripts and teacher evaluations.
- By November 1
Early Decision I Deadline
Submit your binding Early Decision I application, with the CSS Profile due by November 10 for financial aid.
- By January 1
Early Decision II Deadline
Second binding round closes, with the CSS Profile due by January 10 for aid consideration.
- By January 5
Regular Decision Deadline
Final application date; submit the CSS Profile by February 1 to be considered for institutional aid.
- December – April
Admission And Aid Results
Early rounds receive decisions in December and February; Regular Decision results arrive by early April.
- May – June
JW202 & Visa Documents Issued
Confirm your place, then receive your Admission Notice and JW202 form to begin the visa process.
- June – August
Apply For X1 Visa
Apply for your X1 student visa at the Chinese embassy or consulate and complete housing selection.
- Late August
Arrival & Orientation
Arrive in Shanghai, move into the Jingyao Residence Halls, complete registration and the medical check.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions international students ask most about New York University Shanghai.
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