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Shanghai International Studies University
Basic Information
Degree: Master
Starting Date:
Please be subject to the starting date on admission letter you got, since the starting date may change.
 		Sep 7 , 2026
Duration: 2 Years
Teaching Language: English
Tuition Fees: RMB 26,000 per Year
Application Deadline:
The deadline means the date of Beijing time. You are suggested to submit your application 3 or 5 days before the actual deadline so that you can have time for necessary changes on documents.
 		Apr 30 , 2026
Application Fee:
The application fee charged by the university, CUCAS only collect on their behalf.
 		USD 0 (Check Policy)
Service Fee:
For the service CUCAS provide to you. If you get a scholarship while applying as a self-financed applicant, you need to pay another scholarship service fee of 200 USD.
 		USD 0 (Check Policy)
Program Description

Entry Requirements

  • Age limit: 55 years old.
  • Applications are open to foreign citizens with reliable financial support and stability who are university graduates with a completed bachelor’s degree and in good health. In the meantime, a good command of English (foreign applicants with an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent English proficiency).

 

Fee Structure

Tuition Fee
Master RMB 26,000 pre year
RMB 52,000 in total (About $ 0)
Accommodation Fee
SISU Guesthouse
Double Room RMB 100 to RMB 115  (More Details)
SISU Hotel
Double Room RMB 100  (More Details)
Single Room RMB 150  (More Details)
Dormitory in Songjiang Campus
Double Room RMB 850  (More Details)
Single Room RMB 1,700  (More Details)
Other Fees
Application Fee:
The application fee charged by the university, CUCAS only collect on their behalf.
 		RMB 450 to RMB 800
Service Fee:
For the service CUCAS provide to you. If you get a scholarship while applying as a self-financed applicant, you need to pay another scholarship service fee of 200 USD.
 		USD 0 (Check Policy)
Living Expense RMB 1,500 to RMB 2,000

Application Materials

"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

*1. Certificate of No Criminal Conviction

*2. Academic transcript of bachelor degree

*3. Passport

-A clear, full-color scan of your passport information page, showing your name, passport number, expiration date, and photo.
-Some universities may also require blank visa pages, so you are advised to upload a few blank pages as well.

*4. Photo

-A recent passport-sized ID photo (2 x 2 inches) with a plain white background.
-Full face visible, no headwear (except for religious reasons).
-Taken within the last 6 months.

5. Highest Degree Graduation Certificate

-A formal graduation certificate of your highest completed education level (e.g., Senior High School, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree).
-If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized by an authorized translation agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.

6. Highest Degree Academic Transcripts

-Formal academic transcripts of your highest completed education level (e.g., Senior High School, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree), covering ALL academic years, NOT just the final year.
-If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized by an authorized translation agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.

7. Chinese Language Proficiency Certificate For Chinese Medium Programs

-For Bachelor’s degree programs taught in Chinese, HSK Level 4 or above with a minimum score of 180 is usually required.
-For Master’s degree programs, HSK Level 5 with a score of 180 or above is generally required. A few universities may require HSK Level 6.
-Higher scores and levels are preferred.

8. English Language Proficiency Certificate For English Medium Programs

-IELTS (6.0 or above) or TOEFL iBT (90 or above) is generally preferred.
-If you are unable to provide these test results, you may submit alternative proof, such as a Duolingo English Test score or an official English proficiency certificate issued by your previous school/university, stating that the medium of instruction was English.
-Higher scores are preferred.

9. Non-criminal Record Certificate

-Please note that this document is generally valid for only 6 months(Few may require 3 months). For instance, if you submit your application in March, your non-criminal record must have been issued no earlier than September of the previous year.
-Obtain this certificate from the local police station of your current residence, confirming that you have had no criminal record during the 6 months prior to the date of issuance.
-If you are currently in China, the certificate must be issued by the local Chinese police.
-If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated and notarized by an authorized agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.

10. Physical Examination Form

-Download the form template, print it, and bring it to a hospital for the required medical tests. The hospital will complete the form with your results.
-The medical examination must cover all items listed on the form.
-Ensure your photo is attached and the form is stamped and signed by the hospital after the examination.
-The medical results are valid for 6 months only, and few universities will require the report you did within the past 3 months.
-Forms that are incomplete, lack a final physician’s suggestion, missing the attending physician’s signature, official hospital stamp, or applicant’s sealed photo or contain abnormal examination results will be considered invalid.
-The document must be in English or Chinese.

*11. A Non-objection Transfer Certificate(无异议转学证明)

Issued by your previous Chinese university. This document should include your personal information, academic performance (including attendance), estimated graduation date, and your current university’s approval of your transfer application. It must also contain the university’s contact information (email and phone), issue date, and official stamp.

*12. Scanned copies of all passport pages with entry and exit stamps for China

*13. Scanned copies of all visa pages (X1, X2, T, or others) and residence permit pages (if applicable)

14. A Recommendation Letter From Previous Chinese University

Some universities may also request a recommendation letter from your previous university or other supporting documents.

*15. Notarized Guardian’s Letter of Commitment

-Students under 18 must find a Chinese guardian who resides in the same city as the university you are applying to, and complete the notarization process as guided in our tutorial video.
-Upload a scanned copy of the notarized Guardian’s Letter of Commitment. This document must be certified in your home country and notarized in China.
-Please note that a Notarization of Declaration (声明公证) issued in China is eventually required.
-A scanned copy is acceptable at the initial stage. If the university later requires the original document or additional materials, we will inform you.
-For some universities accept Beijing citizens as guardian, guardian services are available on CUCAS. Learn more here.

*16. Foreigner Physical Examination Form

*17. The index and abstract of published papers and any other materials to certify your research abilities.

*18. Photocopy of valid passport

*19. 1 passport photo (in size of 5cm * 4cm)

*20. Degree or Diploma certificate of bachelor degree

Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.

*21. Personal statement

About 1000 words, written in Chinese or in the language which meets the academic requirement of the program, including study and work experience, research results and study plan.

*22. Two letters of recommendation (written only in Chinese or English) from professor of associate professors shall be submitted

*23. English proficiency test certificate only for applicants whose native language is not English

TOEFL / IELTS certificate or a statement of certification from the institution awarding your most recent degree confirming that the language of instruction was in English.

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• Mostly get admission letter in 2 weeks.
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Entry Requirements

  • Age limit: 55 years old.
  • Applications are open to foreign citizens with reliable financial support and stability who are university graduates with a completed bachelor’s degree and in good health. In the meantime, a good command of English (foreign applicants with an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent English proficiency).

 

  • Entry Requirements
    • Age limit: 55 years old.
    • Applications are open to foreign citizens with reliable financial support and stability who are university graduates with a completed bachelor’s degree and in good health. In the meantime, a good command of English (foreign applicants with an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent English proficiency).

     

  • Fee Structure
    Tuition Fee
    Master RMB 26,000 per year
    RMB 52,000 in total (About $ 0)
    Accommodation Fee
    SISU Guesthouse
    Double Room RMB 100 to RMB 115  (More Details)
    SISU Hotel
    Double Room RMB 100  (More Details)
    Single Room RMB 150  (More Details)
    Dormitory in Songjiang Campus
    Double Room RMB 850  (More Details)
    Single Room RMB 1,700  (More Details)
    Other Fees
    Application Fee USD 0 to USD 0
    Service Fee USD 0
    Living Expense RMB 1,500 to RMB 2,000
  • Application Materials

    "*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

    *1. Certificate of No Criminal Conviction

    *2. Academic transcript of bachelor degree

    *3. Passport

    -A clear, full-color scan of your passport information page, showing your name, passport number, expiration date, and photo.
    -Some universities may also require blank visa pages, so you are advised to upload a few blank pages as well.

    *4. Photo

    -A recent passport-sized ID photo (2 x 2 inches) with a plain white background.
    -Full face visible, no headwear (except for religious reasons).
    -Taken within the last 6 months.

    5. Highest Degree Graduation Certificate

    -A formal graduation certificate of your highest completed education level (e.g., Senior High School, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree).
    -If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized by an authorized translation agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.

    6. Highest Degree Academic Transcripts

    -Formal academic transcripts of your highest completed education level (e.g., Senior High School, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree), covering ALL academic years, NOT just the final year.
    -If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized by an authorized translation agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.

    7. Chinese Language Proficiency Certificate For Chinese Medium Programs

    -For Bachelor’s degree programs taught in Chinese, HSK Level 4 or above with a minimum score of 180 is usually required.
    -For Master’s degree programs, HSK Level 5 with a score of 180 or above is generally required. A few universities may require HSK Level 6.
    -Higher scores and levels are preferred.

    8. English Language Proficiency Certificate For English Medium Programs

    -IELTS (6.0 or above) or TOEFL iBT (90 or above) is generally preferred.
    -If you are unable to provide these test results, you may submit alternative proof, such as a Duolingo English Test score or an official English proficiency certificate issued by your previous school/university, stating that the medium of instruction was English.
    -Higher scores are preferred.

    9. Non-criminal Record Certificate

    -Please note that this document is generally valid for only 6 months(Few may require 3 months). For instance, if you submit your application in March, your non-criminal record must have been issued no earlier than September of the previous year.
    -Obtain this certificate from the local police station of your current residence, confirming that you have had no criminal record during the 6 months prior to the date of issuance.
    -If you are currently in China, the certificate must be issued by the local Chinese police.
    -If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated and notarized by an authorized agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.

    10. Physical Examination Form

    -Download the form template, print it, and bring it to a hospital for the required medical tests. The hospital will complete the form with your results.
    -The medical examination must cover all items listed on the form.
    -Ensure your photo is attached and the form is stamped and signed by the hospital after the examination.
    -The medical results are valid for 6 months only, and few universities will require the report you did within the past 3 months.
    -Forms that are incomplete, lack a final physician’s suggestion, missing the attending physician’s signature, official hospital stamp, or applicant’s sealed photo or contain abnormal examination results will be considered invalid.
    -The document must be in English or Chinese.

    *11. A Non-objection Transfer Certificate(无异议转学证明)

    Issued by your previous Chinese university. This document should include your personal information, academic performance (including attendance), estimated graduation date, and your current university’s approval of your transfer application. It must also contain the university’s contact information (email and phone), issue date, and official stamp.

    *12. Scanned copies of all passport pages with entry and exit stamps for China

    *13. Scanned copies of all visa pages (X1, X2, T, or others) and residence permit pages (if applicable)

    14. A Recommendation Letter From Previous Chinese University

    Some universities may also request a recommendation letter from your previous university or other supporting documents.

    *15. Notarized Guardian’s Letter of Commitment

    -Students under 18 must find a Chinese guardian who resides in the same city as the university you are applying to, and complete the notarization process as guided in our tutorial video.
    -Upload a scanned copy of the notarized Guardian’s Letter of Commitment. This document must be certified in your home country and notarized in China.
    -Please note that a Notarization of Declaration (声明公证) issued in China is eventually required.
    -A scanned copy is acceptable at the initial stage. If the university later requires the original document or additional materials, we will inform you.
    -For some universities accept Beijing citizens as guardian, guardian services are available on CUCAS. Learn more here.

    *16. Foreigner Physical Examination Form

    *17. The index and abstract of published papers and any other materials to certify your research abilities.

    *18. Photocopy of valid passport

    *19. 1 passport photo (in size of 5cm * 4cm)

    *20. Degree or Diploma certificate of bachelor degree

    Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.

    *21. Personal statement

    About 1000 words, written in Chinese or in the language which meets the academic requirement of the program, including study and work experience, research results and study plan.

    *22. Two letters of recommendation (written only in Chinese or English) from professor of associate professors shall be submitted

    *23. English proficiency test certificate only for applicants whose native language is not English

    TOEFL / IELTS certificate or a statement of certification from the institution awarding your most recent degree confirming that the language of instruction was in English.

    Tips:
    For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit.

  • How to Apply
    It only takes you minutes to apply through CUCAS!

    1. Click “Apply Now” button on the right side of the page.
    2. Fill in online application form. (About 10 minutes)
    3. Upload required documents. (About 5 minutes)
    4. Pay the application fee and CUCAS service fee (CUCAS is authorized to collect on the university’s behalf). (About 5 minutes)
    5. Click “Submit” button.
    Important notice: You need to create a CUCAS account before applying. Account name needs to be a valid email, which will be used to receive CUCAS notice about your application process.
  • Service

    CUCAS Service

    CUCAS provides best service in this industry to international students. Apply through CUCAS, you will enjoy:

    • Free Online Consulting, response within one working day.
    • Free access to Chinese university database, 20,000+ programs in 300+ top Chinese universities are available.
    • Free and easy-to-use online application system, only need 20 minutes to complete application.
    • Free accommodation booking.
    • Free DHL delivery - fast arrival and guarantee to get admission package.
    • Mostly get admission letter in 2 weeks.
    • Free visa guide, per-departure guide and students handbook.
    • Airport pick-up Service.
    • Money Transfer Service.
    • Chance to find alumni.
     
    Learn More>>

Basic Information

·Starting Date : Sep 7 , 2026
·Duration: 2 Years
Teaching Language : English
Application Deadline: Apr 30 , 2026
Tuition : RMB 26,000 Per Year
Application Fee: USD 0 ( (Check Policy)
Service Fee: USD 0 (Check Policy)