Tongji University(Tongji)

🎯CSCA 2027 Status: Mandatory for STEM & CSC Type B Admissions

同济大学· Shanghai

Old 8 Architecture Project 985 Project 211Double First-Class MOE MBBS Accredited (Quota: 40)

Verified CHSI Registry

MOE Code: 10247

Governance: Ministry of Education (National Direct)

Shanghai, China

CHSI Student Rating

★ 4.5 / 5.0

National Tier

Project 985 Flagship

MOE MBBS Quota

40 Seats / Year

Köppen Climate

Cfa

About Tongji University

Founded in 1907, Tongji University is an elite Project 985 national flagship and prestigious Double First-Class research university located in Shanghai Municipality, operating under the supervisory governance of the Ministry of Education (National Direct). As an officially designated institution for English-medium Clinical Medicine (MBBS) under MOE regulatory standards with an annual international quota of 40 students, it attracts aspiring medical scholars from around the globe. Celebrated for disciplinary rigor and pioneering research, the university serves as an intellectual cornerstone for domestic academic development and global educational exchange.

The institution encompasses 66 undergraduate degree programs, 35 postdoctoral research stations. Its faculty includes over 3,206 full-time faculty members, including 1,052 full professors and senior scholars, including 19 distinguished Academicians. Current campus enrollment exceeds 18,920 undergraduate scholars, comprising 12,713 master's and doctoral candidates. Standout accredited majors include Philosophy, Finance, Law (Jurisprudence), Political Science and Public Administration, Marxist Theory, Sports Training, along with extensive multidisciplinary offerings.

International candidates are eligible to compete for prestigious scholarship tracks including the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Type-B), Provincial Government Scholarship, University President Award. For 2026/2027 admissions, academic evaluation emphasizes verified performance in standardized credentials alongside disciplinary aptitude, positioning Tongji University as a top destination for international scholars. Through its dedicated International Student Office, the university administers global scholar admissions, visa sponsorship, and cultural integration initiatives.

Key Accredited Majors & Disciplines

20 Standout Programs

Nationally accredited undergraduate programs and prominent degree tracks at Tongji University:

PhilosophyFinanceLaw (Jurisprudence)Political Science and Public AdministrationMarxist TheorySports TrainingChinese Language and LiteratureEnglishGermanJapaneseCommunication StudiesMathematics and Applied MathematicsApplied PhysicsApplied ChemistryGeophysicsBiotechnologyBioinformaticsStatisticsEngineering MechanicsMechanical Design, Manufacturing and Automation

Available Scholarships & Funding Schemes

Eligible international applicants may compete for official government and university grants:

Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Type-B)
Provincial Government International Student Scholarship
University Presidential Outstanding Scholar Award

Admissions, Selectivity & Scholarship FAQ for Tongji University

Does Tongji University require the CSCA exam for 2026/2027 international admissions?

Yes. As an elite Project 985 and Double First-Class flagship university under the Ministry of Education (National Direct), Tongji University (同济大学) uses official CSCA standardized test scores as a primary academic benchmark for 2026/2027 undergraduate admissions and CSC scholarship screening. Applicants for STEM, engineering, economics, and medical programs are required to submit CSCA Mathematics alongside Physics or Chemistry, paired with Academic Chinese or English language credentials.

What is Tongji University's acceptance rate and admission selectivity for international students?

Tongji University does not publish a single fixed percentage acceptance rate for international applicants; instead, admission selectivity is determined by degree track, program quota, and scholarship tier. As one of China's premier Project 985 & Double First-Class research universities, admission into Tongji University's degree programs and full-scholarship seats is highly selective. For its Ministry of Education (MOE) accredited English-taught Clinical Medicine (MBBS) program, the official annual international intake quota is capped at 40 seats (2023-2024 MOE registry). Based on official scholarship eligibility criteria, candidates competing for full government funding (CSC Type A/B or Shanghai grants) must demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0–3.2+ on a 4.0 scale (75%–80%+ equivalent) (with Shanghai Government Scholarship Class A/B requiring GPA 3.2+ or top 15% academic standing), verified language proficiency (HSK 4–5 (Chinese-Medium) / IELTS or TOEFL (English-Medium)), and competitive CSCA subject scores.

What scholarships and CSC Agency Number are available at Tongji University?

The official 5-digit CSC Agency Number for Tongji University is 10247 (used when submitting Chinese Government Scholarship Type B online applications at studyinchina.csc.edu.cn). International students at Tongji University are eligible for: Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Type-B), Provincial Government International Student Scholarship, University Presidential Outstanding Scholar Award. In addition to national CSC fellowships (covering 100% tuition, free on-campus accommodation, medical insurance, and 2,500–3,500 RMB/month stipends), admitted students can apply for the Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship (SGS Class A: full tuition waiver, free dormitory, and 2,500–3,500 RMB/mo stipend; Class B: full tuition waiver; typically requires GPA 3.2+ or top 15% academic standing).

What are the HSK/English language requirements and dormitory options at Tongji University?

Applicants must hold Verified Senior High School Diploma & Official Transcripts. Language proficiency requirements at Tongji University are HSK 4–5 (Chinese-Medium) / IELTS or TOEFL (English-Medium). For student accommodation, Tongji University provides dedicated international student dormitories (On-campus student residence halls (fees regulated by provincial price bureau standards)), alongside on-campus student dining halls.