Explore admission dates, funding options and application steps for Shanghai International Studies University. Choose your degree and funding route before opening an application portal.
Use the application link in your program's current official notice. Universities change systems, and some routes accept email or paper documents. If a link fails, check the university's international admissions website or contact its admissions office.
2027-2028 CSC applications
This profile includes information from previous intakes. For 2027-2028 Type B availability, eligible programs and deadlines, refer to Shanghai International Studies University's current official scholarship notice before preparing or paying for an application.
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Official notice checked September 17, 2026
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CNY 2,500–4,000 / month
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Application dates, fees and sources
Shanghai International Studies University (上海外国语大学) publishes its dated international-student windows through its International Students Office (外国留学生部, oisa.shisu.edu.cn). The most recent dated notice is the 2026 Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship application guide (2026年上海市外国留学生政府奖学金申请简章), published 26 December 2025, which opens applications on 1 January 2026 and closes them on 31 March 2026 for students entering in September 2026; entrance examinations including written tests and interviews are organised from April, the scholarship review follows, and the final award list is published on oisa.shisu.edu.cn in late June or July. That 2026 window has now closed and no notice naming the 2027 intake had been published when checked on 17 September 2026. The university's Chinese Government Scholarship pages — the university-run admission project (高校自主招生项目), the High-Level Postgraduate Program and the Excellent International Student Scholarship (优秀来华留学生奖学金) — are published as section pages without their own dated cut-off, because CSC applicants apply through their home-country dispatching authority or directly through the CSC system. The China-Arab Chinese Translation Program brochure of 8 May 2026 recruits Arab League nationals for a one-year programme but is a separate scheme with its own selection examination. No self-funded application cut-off for the 2026 or 2027 intake was published on the International Students Office site at the time of checking. The 2026/2027 CSC Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program results were published on 6 May 2026. The original official-source audit separately read the 2026 CSC Category B guide, published 23 October 2025: High-Level Graduate and Silk Road applications closed at 24:00 on 20 November 2025 for September 2026 entry. These graduate-only routes are historical and closed. That notice could not be newly fetched during reconciliation; no 2027 deadline is inferred.
For Shanghai International Studies University, refer to the current official admissions notice for opening and closing dates by program and intake. Dates from a previous intake should not be used as the next intake's deadline. Directory-wide opening checks were last completed September 14, 2026.
Fee note: Shanghai International Studies University charges a registration fee (报名费) that varies by level and campus. Its 2026 Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship application guide, published 26 December 2025, states the amounts verbatim under the payment step: "虹口本科：500元，或境外汇款75美元。松江本科：750元，或境外汇款125美元。硕士、博士：800元，或境外汇款130美元。" — CNY 500 for Hongkou bachelor's programmes or USD 75 by overseas remittance; CNY 750 for Songjiang bachelor's or USD 125; and CNY 800 for master's and doctoral programmes or USD 130. The guide adds "不论录取与否，报名费均不退款" — the registration fee is non-refundable whether or not the applicant is admitted. The university's separate fee information page (费用信息), last updated 6 January 2020, repeats that the registration fee is non-refundable on bank transfer. These are application-stage charges and not tuition; the fee information page publishes separate annual insurance costs of CNY 800 per year for self-funded bachelor's, master's and doctoral students and CNY 400 per half year or CNY 800 per year for non-degree language students, which are recorded under other costs. Because the figures form a range by level and campus and include foreign-currency equivalents, this is recorded as a feeAmountDisplay rather than a single feeAmount.
Published dates and unconfirmed windows
Application timing and source scope
Shanghai International Studies University (上海外国语大学) publishes its dated international-student windows through its International Students Office (外国留学生部, oisa.shisu.edu.cn). The most recent dated notice is the 2026 Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship application guide (2026年上海市外国留学生政府奖学金申请简章), published 26 December 2025, which opens applications on 1 January 2026 and closes them on 31 March 2026 for students entering in September 2026; entrance examinations including written tests and interviews are organised from April, the scholarship review follows, and the final award list is published on oisa.shisu.edu.cn in late June or July. That 2026 window has now closed and no notice naming the 2027 intake had been published when checked on 17 September 2026. The university's Chinese Government Scholarship pages — the university-run admission project (高校自主招生项目), the High-Level Postgraduate Program and the Excellent International Student Scholarship (优秀来华留学生奖学金) — are published as section pages without their own dated cut-off, because CSC applicants apply through their home-country dispatching authority or directly through the CSC system. The China-Arab Chinese Translation Program brochure of 8 May 2026 recruits Arab League nationals for a one-year programme but is a separate scheme with its own selection examination. No self-funded application cut-off for the 2026 or 2027 intake was published on the International Students Office site at the time of checking. The 2026/2027 CSC Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program results were published on 6 May 2026. The original official-source audit separately read the 2026 CSC Category B guide, published 23 October 2025: High-Level Graduate and Silk Road applications closed at 24:00 on 20 November 2025 for September 2026 entry. These graduate-only routes are historical and closed. That notice could not be newly fetched during reconciliation; no 2027 deadline is inferred.
Guide scope reviewed 3 October 2026. Dates apply only to the intake and route named in each notice.
Funding options
Scholarships listed for Shanghai International Studies University
These awards are listed on the university profile. Eligibility, eligible degree levels, coverage, deadlines and whether new applicants can apply vary by award and intake. Open the dated call before selecting an award or paying an application fee.
- CSC / Chinese Government Scholarship
- Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Postgraduate Program (中国政府奖学金高水平研究生项目)
- Chinese Government Scholarship University Admission Project (中国政府奖学金高校自主招生项目)
- Excellent International Student Scholarship (优秀来华留学生奖学金)
- International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship (国际中文教师奖学金)
- Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students (上海市外国留学生政府奖学金)
- Shanghai International Studies University School-Level Scholarship (上海外国语大学院级奖学金)
How to apply to Shanghai International Studies University
Choose your funding route to see where to start, which systems to use and what to submit.
Historical reference: Start with the scholarship's official notice
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2027 dates unconfirmed · New-applicant awards, where offered
Each university, provincial or specialist award has its own call. A 2027 schedule is not established here; some awards are only for enrolled students.
University website — locate the current award notice2026 Shanghai Government Scholarship; eligible undergraduate/master/doctoral programmes
Create a SISU online application and upload the Shanghai Government Scholarship form plus degree-specific documents; all files except photo must be PDF. Pay the non-refundable fee online or transfer it and upload the receipt, then confirm final submission. Fees differ: Hongkou undergraduate CNY 500/USD 75, Songjiang undergraduate CNY 750/USD 125, graduate CNY 800/USD 130. Monitor the portal/email for corrections and the entrance examination. Passing the written examination leads to interview, followed by scholarship review. Apply to only one major; assessment covers the first major on the scholarship form. Results are expected in lateJune/July. Some programmes are excluded; check the notice's list.
Reference: January 1–March 31,2026; closed. Confirm the latest notice for the same course and route before applying.
Read the university's procedure- 1
Choose your program and intake
Check Shanghai International Studies University's current prospectus for your degree, teaching language, eligibility and deadline. Arrange supervisor contact or pre-admission first when the program requires it.
Read official admission instructions - 2
Prepare your documents
Use the checklist below, then compare it with your program's required documents. Prepare any signed forms, translations and referee submissions before starting the final application.
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Check how this award accepts applications
Read the named scholarship's current call. Establish whether it is for new applicants, whether admission must come first, and whether a separate form, nomination or scholarship portal is required. Each award has its own process.
Read official admission instructions - 4
Complete the university application
Use the official application link and complete the fields required for your route. Submit documents only through the channel and at the stage stated in the current notice. Pay a charge only when instructed; retain any submission confirmation the system provides.
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Complete the scholarship requirement
Submit the separate award form or select the scholarship option in the university system, as instructed. Complete any nomination step before its deadline. Use CSC only if the award explicitly belongs to a CSC route.
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Track decisions and respond to requests
Check your portal and email for missing-document requests, interviews and results. If a form is returned, correct it and resubmit. Keep admission and scholarship decisions separate; follow the final offer for acceptance, registration and original-document checks.
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Document checklist and upload instructions
Use the document list for your exact program. Prepare these common items, then add any scholarship-specific forms:
- Identity: passport information page and photograph. Copy your name, birth date and passport number exactly into each application.
- Education: diploma or official expected-graduation certificate, transcripts and any required degree authentication. Include the original language and certified translations where requested.
- Language: the required HSK, IELTS, TOEFL or accepted alternative. A medium-of-instruction letter replaces a test only if the program allows it.
- Academic materials: study plan or research proposal; graduate recommendation letters; supervisor or pre-admission letter when required. Some systems send referees a private submission link.
- Additional requirements: CSCA results for applicable undergraduate routes; portfolio for relevant arts programs; medical form, police clearance, financial guarantee or guardian documents when listed. Check validity periods before arranging time-sensitive documents.
Scan each complete document clearly. Use the file type and size limit shown beside its upload field; combine multi-page documents only where the system permits. Open every uploaded file to check legibility, page order, signatures and stamps. Keep a copy of everything you submit.
Application templatesHow to fill the university application
Follow the submission method in your programme's notice. The steps below apply when it requires an online form; email and paper applications follow their separate source-linked instructions above.
- Open the university link for your degree level. On an admissions website, find the international-student application entry, then register or sign in. Button names vary between systems.
- Choose the correct entry year, degree, teaching language and program. Read its requirements before selecting your funding option.
- Enter personal information as it appears in your passport. List education and employment dates accurately, and enter a reliable email address.
- Complete the study plan and referee fields. Upload each document to its matching slot; enter a CSC application number only if your route asks for one.
- Preview the whole application. Follow the fee instructions, submit the form and check that the system acknowledges submission. Saving a draft does not submit it.
How to fill the CSC application
- Open the CSC portal below and register or sign in. Complete your personal details before starting the scholarship application.
- Select the application category specified in the current scholarship call. Type A commonly uses a dispatching authority and Type B a university; confirm the exact category and agency number in that route's current notice and check the receiving institution displayed by the system.
- Select the degree category, teaching language, major and study period specified by the eligible program. Keep these consistent with your university application.
- Upload the requested documents, review all fields and submit. Download the completed application form; sign and upload it to the university or dispatching-authority system when instructed.
- Save your application number and a copy of the submitted form. If you withdraw to edit, submit again before the deadline and tell the receiving office if it already began reviewing your application.
Costs and scholarship coverage
Application fees are separate from tuition and everyday expenses. Use the same degree, program and accommodation type when comparing universities.
Application feeCNY 500Application charge; separate from tuition and other study costs
View cost sourceTuitionSee your program’s fee scheduleCompare annual fees with annual fees; some programs quote the whole degree
View cost sourceAccommodationSee campus and room ratesCheck room type, billing period and whether housing is guaranteed
View cost sourceLiving expensesCNY 2,500–4,000 / month (planning estimate)CSC Path city estimate for food, transport, phone and personal spending; excludes tuition and accommodation. Actual spending varies. A stipend is funding, not a cost estimate.
University background, academic strengths and sources
Established in December 1949 as the Shanghai Russian School to train diplomats and translators, it was renamed Shanghai International Studies University in 1994. Its Foreign Language and Literature discipline was rated A+ and named a national Double First-Class discipline in 2017. Fields listed on this profile include School of English Studies, School of Japanese Studies, School of International Finance and Trade, School of Journalism and Communication. For 2027-2028 CSC applications, check the current university notice for eligible programs, funding categories, deadlines and required application systems before preparing documents or paying a fee.
Scholarship records for Shanghai International Studies University
7 funding entries are recorded. Browse by route first, then open the full sourced list when you need the exact award name.
View all recorded scholarship names
- CSC / Chinese Government Scholarship
- Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Postgraduate Program (中国政府奖学金高水平研究生项目)
- Chinese Government Scholarship University Admission Project (中国政府奖学金高校自主招生项目)
- Excellent International Student Scholarship (优秀来华留学生奖学金)
- International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship (国际中文教师奖学金)
- Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students (上海市外国留学生政府奖学金)
- Shanghai International Studies University School-Level Scholarship (上海外国语大学院级奖学金)
Scholarship availability is based on program type and province; always confirm on the university's international admissions page for the current intake.
Shanghai: living costs
Estimated monthly living costs for food, transport, phone and personal items, excluding accommodation. Check your award's coverage and the university's housing charges separately; scholarship routes have different benefits.
Check the current CSC award terms
Scholarship coverage depends on the current call, degree level and eligible program. A prior CSC host listing does not confirm an open route or a specific award at Shanghai International Studies University. Check the university notice for tuition, accommodation, insurance, stipend, eligibility and the application deadline before applying.
Source-linked admission details
8 sourced facts, recorded source check: September 17, 2026. Open the details when comparing costs or entry requirements.
View sourced admission facts
Scope: 2026 intake: the Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship window, the level-based registration fee, eligibility and application requirements, and the awards the university publishes for international students.. See the recorded official notices and any source qualifications below.
- Scholarship
- The 2026 Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship window ran from 1 January 2026 to 31 March 2026 for September 2026 entry.
- Verified fact
- Entrance examinations, including a written test and an interview, are organised from April, and award results are published on oisa.shisu.edu.cn in late June or July.
- Application fee
- A registration fee applies: CNY 500 for Hongkou bachelor's or USD 75 overseas, CNY 750 for Songjiang bachelor's or USD 125, CNY 800 for master's and doctoral or USD 130.
- Application fee
- The registration fee is non-refundable whether or not the applicant is admitted.
- Tuition
- Class A of the Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship covers tuition, accommodation and comprehensive medical insurance plus a monthly living allowance of CNY 3,000 for master's and CNY 3,500 for doctoral students; Class B covers tuition and comprehensive medical insurance.
- Programmes
- Class A supports only master's and doctoral programmes; Class B supports bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
- Programmes
- Applicants may apply for only one major, and the entrance examination covers only the first-choice major.
- Scholarship
- The 2026/2027 Chinese Government Scholarship Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program results were published on 6 May 2026.
Source: Shanghai International Studies University International Students Office — 2026 Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship application guide (2026年上海市外国留学生政府奖学金申请简章), published 26 December 2025. Fees and dates can change: confirm the current intake on the official notice before paying anything.
Find faculty & official info
Browse the official website to identify potential supervisors and their research groups. We link to the official site rather than listing individual professor emails: always find current contact details on department pages.
Official websiteShanghai International Studies University CSC scholarship FAQ
Does Shanghai International Studies University accept CSC Type B applications?
Shanghai International Studies University appears in our directory based on prior CSC host or program evidence. For 2027-2028 Type B participation, consult the university's current international-admissions notice and confirm the application channel and Agency Number before applying.
Is the CSC scholarship at Shanghai International Studies University fully funded?
A full Chinese Government Scholarship normally covers tuition, accommodation or a housing subsidy, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend. That does not prove Shanghai International Studies University will offer a full Type B award in 2027-2028: some routes are partial or unavailable, so confirm the current notice and your final award letter.
What is the application deadline for Shanghai International Studies University?
The latest official information checked September 17, 2026 says: Shanghai International Studies University (上海外国语大学) publishes its dated international-student windows through its International Students Office (外国留学生部, oisa.shisu.edu.cn). The most recent dated notice is the 2026 Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship application guide (2026年上海市外国留学生政府奖学金申请简章), published 26 December 2025, which opens applications on 1 January 2026 and closes them on 31 March 2026 for students entering in September 2026; entrance examinations including written tests and interviews are organised from April, the scholarship review follows, and the final award list is published on oisa.shisu.edu.cn in late June or July. That 2026 window has now closed and no notice naming the 2027 intake had been published when checked on 17 September 2026. The university's Chinese Government Scholarship pages — the university-run admission project (高校自主招生项目), the High-Level Postgraduate Program and the Excellent International Student Scholarship (优秀来华留学生奖学金) — are published as section pages without their own dated cut-off, because CSC applicants apply through their home-country dispatching authority or directly through the CSC system. The China-Arab Chinese Translation Program brochure of 8 May 2026 recruits Arab League nationals for a one-year programme but is a separate scheme with its own selection examination. No self-funded application cut-off for the 2026 or 2027 intake was published on the International Students Office site at the time of checking. The 2026/2027 CSC Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program results were published on 6 May 2026. The original official-source audit separately read the 2026 CSC Category B guide, published 23 October 2025: High-Level Graduate and Silk Road applications closed at 24:00 on 20 November 2025 for September 2026 entry. These graduate-only routes are historical and closed. That notice could not be newly fetched during reconciliation; no 2027 deadline is inferred. Check the current notice for your degree, route, and intake before applying.
What can I study at Shanghai International Studies University on a CSC scholarship?
Fields listed for Shanghai International Studies University in Shanghai include School of English Studies, School of Japanese Studies, School of International Finance and Trade, School of Journalism and Communication. If its current CSC notice confirms your degree level and subject, use the official program catalogue to check the teaching language and identify a suitable supervisor.
Does Shanghai International Studies University charge an application fee?
Shanghai International Studies University charges a registration fee (报名费) that varies by level and campus. Its 2026 Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship application guide, published 26 December 2025, states the amounts verbatim under the payment step: "虹口本科：500元，或境外汇款75美元。松江本科：750元，或境外汇款125美元。硕士、博士：800元，或境外汇款130美元。" — CNY 500 for Hongkou bachelor's programmes or USD 75 by overseas remittance; CNY 750 for Songjiang bachelor's or USD 125; and CNY 800 for master's and doctoral programmes or USD 130. The guide adds "不论录取与否，报名费均不退款" — the registration fee is non-refundable whether or not the applicant is admitted. The university's separate fee information page (费用信息), last updated 6 January 2020, repeats that the registration fee is non-refundable on bank transfer. These are application-stage charges and not tuition; the fee information page publishes separate annual insurance costs of CNY 800 per year for self-funded bachelor's, master's and doctoral students and CNY 400 per half year or CNY 800 per year for non-degree language students, which are recorded under other costs. Because the figures form a range by level and campus and include foreign-currency equivalents, this is recorded as a feeAmountDisplay rather than a single feeAmount.
Figures based on China Scholarship Council program information. Always verify current details on campuschina.org and your target university's admissions page.
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