Shanghai University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Hyun Lee
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Updated November 25, 2025
Shanghai, China
Location
56,800
Population
4
Number of Scholarships

If you are planning your budget for Shanghai University, these scholarships are a practical place to start. The list is prioritized by typical funding strength.

If you are focusing on university provided awards tied to Shanghai University, the following scholarships are commonly among the most impactful options. New International Student Scholarship is a full tuition award, and the listed benefits often include 100% tuition fee waiver for both master's and doctoral students.

External and government scholarships can complement university funding for Shanghai University students. The following options are often reviewed alongside campus awards. Chinese Government Scholarship is fully funded, and coverage often includes tuition fees, accommodation fees, and CNY 2,500 per month for undergraduate and CNY 3,000 for Master's and CNY 3,500 for Ph.D. students. Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for Foreign Students is fully funded and typically covers tuition fees, living stipend, and accommodation.

More scholarships connected to this institution are listed further down. Scroll to explore the full set of opportunities.

What Scholarship Recipients Say:

"I was awarded the Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) and will be studying at Shanghai University in the 2025–2026 academic year. This fully funded scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend. For me, this scholarship is not only financial support but also an invaluable opportunity to grow in an international academic environment."

Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) Master’s in Business Administration

— Marvin Mirzaliyev

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"I researched universities and scholarships through official websites, scholarship portals, forums, and by networking with previous recipients. English Test: I took the Duolingo English Test and scored 140. My preparation included daily reading, writing, listening, and speaking practice, along with official mock tests."

Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) Master’s in Business Administration

— Marvin Mirzaliyev

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"University: Shanghai University. Degree: Master’s in Business Administration (2025–2026). Previous Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration – Baku Engineering University (GPA 91.26/100, ranked 1st in the major)."

Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) Master’s in Business Administration

— Marvin Mirzaliyev

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Shanghai University Scholarship Recipients

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Marvin Mirzaliyev

MBA
Azerbaijan
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)

Marvin Mirzaliyev, from Shamkir, Azerbaijan, secured the fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) to study at Shanghai University starting in 2025. With a 91.26/100 GPA in Business Administration from Baku Engineering University, he ranked first in his major. His application stood out with research on tourism and motivation theory, IPMA Level D certification, and volunteer roles at events like COP29 and Formula 1. Scoring 140 on the Duolingo English Test, he crafted a personal statement tying his goals to Shanghai University’s programs. Marvin advises starting early, blending academic and personal strengths, and staying confident. While classes are in English, learning basic Chinese helps with daily life.

Inspired to pursue the Chinese Government Scholarship? Check out Marvin’s story for tips to win this fully funded opportunity!

Shanghai University Admissions

Here are the official admission pages for Shanghai University:

DegreeAdmissions Pages
Bachelor'sInternational Students Admissions Page
Master'sInternational Students Admissions Page

Tuition Fees at Shanghai University for International Students

Degree Tuition Fee Range
Bachelor's Tuition 21,000 - 39,000 RMB
Master's Tuition 26,000 - 114,000 RMB

Please note that tuition fees can vary based on the specific program you choose. To get accurate tuition fee information, be sure to consult the official tuition fee pages.

About the Author: Hyun Lee

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Hi! I am Hyun, and I am the founder at Global Scholarships. I've received a full-tuition scholarship at Birmingham-Southern College and a $1,000 Burger King Scholarship for my undergraduate degree and was offered a fully funded scholarship consisting of tuition, living stipend, and health insurance for computer science Ph.D. program at North Carolina State University. You can read more about my scholarship journey here. If you are interested, you can follow me on Linkedin where I regularly write about scholarships.

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