Shandong University 2025 Undergraduate Admission Guide for International Students

Shandong University 2025 Undergraduate Admission Guide for International Students

I. Eligibility

1. Basic Requirements

  • Be in good physical and mental health, friendly to China, with no criminal record;

  • Be a non-Chinese citizen holding a valid ordinary foreign passport;

  • Have completed high school education or above.

2. Language Proficiency Requirements

  • Programs taught in Chinese: HSK Level 5 (180 points or above);
    If the highest degree was taught in Chinese, an HSK certificate is not required, but a proof of Chinese as the medium of instruction must be provided.

  • Programs taught in English:

    • Native English speakers: exempt from submitting language certificates;

    • Non-native English speakers: required to submit IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL 80+ (including MyBest scores), TOEFL Essentials 8+ or equivalent proof;

    • If the highest degree was taught in English, a certificate of English as the medium of instruction can be submitted instead.

3. Nationality and Identity Requirements

Applicants must meet the requirements outlined in the Notice of the Ministry of Education on Regulating the Admission of International Students in Chinese Higher Education Institutions (Jiao Wai Han [2020] No. 12).
Nationality recognition is subject to the conclusion of the Chinese immigration authorities.



II. Application Timeline

Program Name Application Period
Self-funded Programs From now until May 31, 2025
Chinese Government Scholarship (Type A) Contact dispatching departments in home country
Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) From now until February 16, 2025
International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship From now until May 15, 2025
Jinan Sister Cities Scholarship From now until March 1, 2025
Shandong University Outstanding International Student Scholarship From now until April 1, 2025

※ It is recommended to complete the application at least two weeks in advance. No supplementary materials will be accepted after the deadline.



III. Available Majors

(1) Chinese-taught Programs

School Campus Major(s) Duration
School of Basic Medical Sciences Baotuquan Campus Clinical Medicine 5 years
School of Stomatology Baotuquan Campus Stomatology 5 years
School of Nursing and Rehabilitation Baotuquan Campus Nursing 4 years
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Baotuquan Campus Clinical Pharmacy 5 years
School of International Education Central Campus Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages 4 years
School of Arts Hongjialou Campus Musicology, Fine Arts, Visual Communication Design 4 years
School of Economics Central Campus Economics, Finance, International Economics & Trade 4 years
School of Journalism and Communication Central Campus Journalism 4 years
School of Political Science and Public Administration Qingdao Campus International Politics 4 years
Law School Qingdao Campus Law 4 years
School of Mechanical Engineering Xinglongshan Campus Mechanical Design, Manufacturing and Automation, Intelligent Manufacturing Engineering 4 years
School of Computer Science and Technology Qingdao Campus Computer Science and Technology 4 years

(2) English-taught Programs

School Campus Major(s) Duration
School of Basic Medical Sciences Baotuquan Campus Clinical Medicine (MBBS) 6 years
School of Nursing and Rehabilitation Baotuquan Campus Nursing 5 years
School of Foreign Languages Hongjialou Campus English 4 years
School of Economics Central Campus Finance 4 years
School of Mechanical Engineering Xinglongshan Campus Mechanical Design, Manufacturing and Automation, Intelligent Manufacturing Engineering 4 years



IV. Application Method

Log in to the Online Application System (contact E-Square advisors to obtain an application account) and submit all application materials online.
No need to mail hard copies.



V. Required Documents

  • Scanned copy of passport information page (valid until after March 1, 2026);

  • High school graduation certificate or pre-graduation certificate;

  • Complete high school transcripts;

  • Personal statement (written based on the template);

  • Language proficiency certificate (HSK, IELTS, TOEFL, or proof of instruction language);

  • Physical Examination Record for Foreigners (all required items completed, valid within 6 months);

  • Police clearance certificate (valid within 6 months);

  • Financial guarantee documents (deposit no less than 50,000 RMB);

  • Guardian documents for applicants under 18 years old;

  • Relevant documents for those with dual nationality or special identity (e.g., parents of Chinese nationality);

  • Any other supplementary documents required by Shandong University.

※ All documents must be in Chinese or English, or be accompanied by a certified translation.
Only scanned copies are accepted (no phone photos or photocopies).



VI. Examination & Admission

All applicants must take the Academic Proficiency Test for Undergraduate Freshmen, as well as document review and an interview.
Please check the application system and registered email regularly for updates.



VII. Registration

Admitted students must report to the university according to the admission notice schedule.
Original documents (graduation certificate, language certificate, physical exam report, etc.) will be verified upon arrival.
Failure to provide the required originals may result in disqualification.

VIII. Fees

1. Application Fee

400 RMB (to be paid after receiving the pre-admission email)

2. Tuition (per year)

Program Category Language Tuition (RMB/year)
Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics, Management Chinese 18,000
  English 26,000
Science & Engineering Chinese 21,000
  English 30,000
Medical Sciences Chinese 25,000
  English 32,000
Clinical Medicine (MBBS) English 45,000
Arts / Sports Chinese 29,000

3. Medical Insurance

800 RMB/year (registration not allowed without insurance)

4. Accommodation

Approximately 23–45 RMB/person/day depending on room type



IX. Scholarship Information

Scholarship Name Application Website/Method
Chinese Government Scholarship (Type A) Apply via dispatching agency in home country — visit: campuschina.org
Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) Apply through both CSC system and Shandong University system
International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Apply via Center for Language Education and Cooperation: cis.chinese.cn
Jinan Sister Cities Scholarship Apply through Shandong University application system
SDU Outstanding International Student Scholarship Apply through Shandong University application system



X. Visa Application

After admission, use the electronic Admission Notice and JW201/JW202 Form to apply for an X-type visa.
For study periods over 6 months, apply for an X1 visa. A residence permit must be obtained within 30 days after entering China.

Jun 10,2025