University profile

Shandong University

山东大学

A large comprehensive university with medicine, engineering, humanities, and multiple campuses in Shandong.

Curated profileJinan, Shandong软科中国排名 22

School information

Founded Year

1901

Website

https://www.en.sdu.edu.cn

International Students

2,500+

City

Jinan

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International graduate admissions file

Shandong University is a large comprehensive university with multiple Shandong campuses in Jinan. In the SilkStudy China top-50 graduate track, it is especially worth checking for master's and doctoral applicants interested in medicine, engineering, Chinese studies, materials, scholarship fit, supervisor match and realistic admission probability.

Admission levels

Master's degree programs for international studentsDoctoral degree programs for international studentsResearch, visiting or exchange study where offeredChinese language bridge route when the target program is Chinese-taught

Counselor note

For master's applicants, compare program language, scholarship quota and employability. For doctoral applicants, start with supervisor fit, research proposal quality and funding route, then verify the current official prospectus.

English-taught and international programs

medicine and related master's / doctoral programs
engineering and interdisciplinary graduate research where offered
Chinese studies or China-focused programs subject to the annual catalog
English-taught options, joint institutes and professional degrees must be checked against the current program list

Common application materials

Valid passport information page and recent ID photo
Highest diploma or expected graduation certificate, plus full academic transcripts
Master's applicants usually prepare two recommendation letters; doctoral applicants should also prepare a research proposal and supervisor-fit materials
Language proof: HSK for Chinese-taught programs, or IELTS / TOEFL / prior English-medium proof for English-taught programs
Physical examination form, no-criminal-record certificate and financial or scholarship documents where required
Portfolio, writing sample, publication list, supervisor acceptance or interview materials when required by the school or department

Language and academic requirements

Chinese-taught master's and doctoral programs normally require HSK; many top universities ask for higher levels by discipline.
English-taught programs normally require IELTS, TOEFL or accepted proof of previous English-medium education.
Doctoral admission is strongly affected by research fit, supervisor capacity, publications or research potential, not only GPA.
Medical, law, finance, architecture, design and MBA-type programs may have extra professional requirements.

Application timeline

Autumn-intake graduate applications often open from the previous October to the following spring.
CSC and high-coverage scholarship tracks usually close earlier than self-funded applications.
Doctoral applicants should contact potential supervisors and prepare research materials before the deadline window.
After admission, plan JW form, visa, insurance, housing and registration backward from September enrollment.

Cost snapshot

application: Application fee varies by university and annual notice, commonly around CNY 400-800 for graduate applications.
tuition: Graduate tuition varies by degree, discipline and language route. Professional degrees, medicine, MBA and English-taught programs can be higher.
accommodation: Dormitory availability and room fees vary by campus and room type; confirm before accepting admission.
insurance: International students normally need approved medical insurance, often around CNY 800/year.
livingCost: Reference living cost: about CNY 2,000-4,500/month, depending on city, campus and housing choice.

Scholarship routes

CSC Scholarship
Shandong University Scholarship

Student-life highlights

Jinan gives graduate students access to university labs, libraries, academic seminars and Chinese-language practice in daily life.

Shandong University's China ranking reference is 22; use it together with discipline strength, supervisor fit and scholarship coverage instead of ranking alone.

SilkStudy can help students compare full-scholarship, partial-scholarship and low-cost routes before choosing a final application list.

SilkStudy top-50 China graduate admissions prospectus layer, organized from 2026 China ranking scope and official annual graduate-admission verification workflow. Always verify the current university notice before submission.

Majors and degree programs

Bachelor, Master, PhD, and language-program data will continue to be expanded through the CMS.

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Tuition and living cost

Tuition

$3,000-$5,500/year

Dormitory

$900-$1,800/year

City living cost

$430-780/month

Living, travel, and careers around campus

Understand the real environment through daily living, food, transport, weekend travel, and career access.

Nearby housing and daily life

Jinan offers moderate costs, practical services, and a less hectic pace than first-tier cities.

Food and daily rhythm

Local food, campus dining, and affordable daily services are easy to access.

Tourism and weekends

Baotu Spring, Daming Lake, Mount Tai, Qingdao, and Confucian heritage sites are popular.

Internships and careers

Shandong connects to manufacturing, healthcare, trade, engineering, and regional business opportunities.

Transport and safety

Jinan is well connected by rail and generally safe around university areas.

Why students choose this destination

A real study-abroad decision combines the school, city, cost, travel experience, and career access.

Living cost

$430-780/month

Jinan's living cost affects budget, housing choice, and scholarship pressure.

Travel appeal

Qingdao / Mount Tai

Qingdao, Mount Tai, Confucius culture are useful travel and culture signals for students considering Jinan.

Career access

Medicine / Engineering

Internship fit depends on Jinan's local industries, the student's major, language ability, and university partnerships.

Youth lifestyle

Qingdao / Mount Tai / Confucius culture

A strong study destination is not only classrooms; it should help students explore the city, meet people, and build real memories of China.

City and destination context

School choice is also about whether the city fits a student's lifestyle, travel interests, and career goals.

Jinan

Explore Jinan: tap to see its universities, cost of living, student-life signals, weekend travel context, and application planning notes.

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Shandong

Shandong works well for students who want medicine, engineering, coastal weekends, and traditional culture.

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Scholarship programs

CSC

CSC Scholarship

Competition: Very high

Coverage

Usually the strongest route: may include tuition waiver, accommodation subsidy, monthly stipend, and medical insurance depending on degree level and annual rules.

Eligibility

Strong academics, complete documents, suitable major, age and degree eligibility, language readiness, and official nomination or university review.

Renewal

Normally reviewed yearly by academic performance, attendance, conduct, and scholarship regulations.

Best for

Applicants with strong grades, clear study plan, complete documents, and enough time before the deadline.

CSC availability differs by school, degree, major, country channel, and year. Always verify the exact Type A / Type B route.

University

Shandong University Scholarship

Competition: Medium

Coverage

Usually a school-level tuition waiver, merit award, or partial scholarship. Some universities offer full or high-value freshman awards.

Eligibility

Academic merit, language readiness, application quality, interview result, and program fit.

Renewal

Usually based on yearly academic performance and conduct. Some awards are only for the first year.

Best for

Most bachelor and self-funded applicants because it is often the most practical route to reduce tuition pressure.

University scholarships are often easier to combine with a lower-cost city strategy, but exact coverage must be verified by program.

Application requirements

GPA

3.0+ recommended; medicine, engineering, and elite programs may require more.

Language

English-taught programs commonly ask for IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

HSK

Chinese-taught programs usually require HSK, with level confirmed by school and major.

Documents

Passport, transcripts, graduation proof, recommendation letters, and study plan are commonly required.

Student reviews

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Good value for medicine

Verified

Maryam B. - Iran - Medicine

The cost is reasonable and teachers are serious. It is not as international as Shanghai, but support is improving.

Pros

Medicine, cost, local culture

Cons

Need Chinese for daily life

International graduate admissions file