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China's first national normal university, founded 1951Double First-Class Category A universityTwo Shanghai campuses covering over 207 hectares

East China Normal University

华东师范大学

Shanghai, Shanghai
Est. 1951
35000 Students
Website
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Founded
1951
Students
35000
Ranking
N/A
International
6000

About

East China Normal University was founded in Shanghai in October 1951 as the first national normal university established in the People's Republic of China, built on the foundations of the earlier Great China University and Kwang Hua University. It is a public, Ministry of Education-affiliated institution and was designated a Category A university in the national Double First-Class Programme in 2017, having previously been supported under Project 211 and Project 985. The university operates two c...

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China's first national normal university, founded 1951

Double First-Class Category A university

Two Shanghai campuses covering over 207 hectares

4 faculties and 33 full-time schools

About 6,000 international students from 130+ countries

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Explore All Scholarship Options

Not sure which scholarship is right for you? Browse our complete scholarship guide to compare all options, understand eligibility requirements, and find the perfect fit for your academic journey.

Programs

50 Programs
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Information and Communication Engineering

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 35,000 CNY
per year
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Public Policy

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 35,000 CNY
per year
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Psychology

Bachelor's Degree4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 24,000 CNY
per year
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Optics

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 35,000 CNY
per year
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Human Geography

Master's Degree3 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 28,000 CNY
per year
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Anthropology

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 30,000 CNY
per year
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Marine Chemistry

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 35,000 CNY
per year
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Sociology

Master's Degree3 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 25,000 CNY
per year
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Pure & Applied Mathematics

Bachelor's Degree4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 24,000 CNY
per year
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Communication Engineering

Bachelor's Degree4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 24,000 CNY
per year
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Student Accommodation

On-Campus Housing Options

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Off Campus Double Room (Shared Housing Option) at East China Normal University

Shanghai

¥ 2,650 CNY/month
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Off Campus Single Room (Private Housing Option) at East China Normal University

Shanghai

¥ 4,400 CNY/month
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Putuo Campus Double Room (On Campus Standard Residence Option) at East China Normal University

Shanghai

¥ 2,700 CNY/month

Important Information

  • Accommodation fees are paid per semester or academic year
  • Room allocation is subject to availability
  • Prices may vary and should be confirmed with the university
  • Deposit may be required upon check-in

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
  • Academic transcripts

Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80+
  • HSK 4 for Chinese programs
  • English proficiency certificate

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Quick Facts

Location
Shanghai, Shanghai
Founded
1951
Students
35000
International
6000
Ranking
N/A
Official Website
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