Entry Requirements
1. Non-Chinese citizen with a valid passport.
The applicant's nationality is subject to the final determination of the Exit and Entry Administration of China. If an applicant is found to hold Chinese nationality during or after the admission process, the University reserves the right to cancel the application, admission, or student status.
2. Applicants should demonstrate good conduct, have no criminal record, and comply with the laws and regulations of China as well as the rules and policies of the University.
3. Degree Requirements:
●For Master's program applicants: a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent (or higher) recognized in China.
4. Language Requirements (Please refer to the Language Proficiency Certificate section for additional details):
●For English-taught programs:
Non-native English speakers should provide one of the following English proficiency certificates: IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL ≥ 80 / Cambridge English (C1 Advanced (CAE)): ≥ 169.
Choosing ReasonsMORE
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Reasons from N*****************
East China Normal University is a highly ranked school in the heart of China's economic capital. Attending a good school in Shanghai will help me better understand the way China interacts with the world both politically through my studies, but also culturally, which will give me a more comprehensive understanding of my research. I chose this school because it is a perfect opportunity to grow academically and better understand China's international interactions.
- 8 Years ago
- Name:Na****************
- From:United States
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Reasons from O************************
East China Normal University is cited among the best universities in CHINA and it will be an honor for me to receive my master degree from this university.
- 9 Years ago
- Name:ON******************************
- From:Congo
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Special Requirements
Online Interview Before Being Accepted: RequiredYou will need to attend an online interview through Skype or WeChat with the teacher before the result for your application was released.
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Entry Requirements
1. Non-Chinese citizen with a valid passport.
The applicant's nationality is subject to the final determination of the Exit and Entry Administration of China. If an applicant is found to hold Chinese nationality during or after the admission process, the University reserves the right to cancel the application, admission, or student status.2. Applicants should demonstrate good conduct, have no criminal record, and comply with the laws and regulations of China as well as the rules and policies of the University.
3. Degree Requirements:
●For Master's program applicants: a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent (or higher) recognized in China.4. Language Requirements (Please refer to the Language Proficiency Certificate section for additional details):
●For English-taught programs:
Non-native English speakers should provide one of the following English proficiency certificates: IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL ≥ 80 / Cambridge English (C1 Advanced (CAE)): ≥ 169. -
Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Master RMB 35,000 per year
RMB 105,000 in total (About $ 14,666)Accommodation Fee International Exchange Service Center (No. 25 on campus map) Double Room RMB 50 to RMB 70 (More Details) No.2 International Student Residence Hall Double Room RMB 40 to RMB 60 (More Details) No.1 International Student Residence Hall Double Room RMB 40 (More Details) International Student Dorm Minhang Single Room RMB 35 (More Details) International Students Apartment Double Room RMB 2,700 (More Details) Single Room RMB 4,500 (More Details) Other Fees Application Fee USD 57 to USD 113 Service Fee USD 200 Living Expense(Per Month) RMB 1,500 to RMB 2,000 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
If you want to book our translation service, please pay and book it at least 2 weeks before the application deadline for submission of all documents;
If you want to book our guardian service, you need to pay and book it 2 months before the application deadline, just in case your application fails because of failed to submit application documents on time.*1. The personal statement
Length:Above 1000 words for master applicants.
Language: Written in Chinese for Chinese-taught programs or English for English-taught programs.
Content: Include but not limited to personal study or work experience, academic research outcome, research plan, personal goal after graduation.
Academic and research ability should be highlighted.*2. Photo
Applicants must upload a recent color ID photo with a plain background, showing a full-face, uncovered head. Black-and-white, artistic, or non-ID photos will not be accepted.
*3. Photocopy of Passport and Visa
Please provide a passport information page that remains valid for at least six months after enrollment. Please attach Chinese visa pages if applicable.
* If your passport does not meet the validity requirement, please renew it in time and use the new passport for the application.*4. Official Academic Transcript of Bachelor or Higher Education Degree
Original or notarized copy documents. If documents are not in Chinese or English, a notarized and translated version in Chinese or in English is required.
*5. Bachelor's degree certificate
Scan copy of original documents. If documents are not in Chinese or English, a notarized and translated version in Chinese or in English is required.
Applicants who have not yet graduated should submit an up-to-date academic transcript and an expected graduation certificate which specifies the expected graduation date when applying.
Applicants must obtain the official degree and diploma certificates no later than September 1, 2026. Those who fail to do so will not be eligible to apply for 2026 graduate programs. Admitted students must present the original degree and diploma certificates for verification upon registration.*6. English test proficiency
Certificates of TOEFL or IELTS ( for non-native English speakers.)
*7. Two Recommendation Letters
Must be written in Chinese or English by scholars with the title of associate professor or higher, or by senior professionals in a related field. The letter should include but is not limited to the applicant's character, academic background, research ability, academic or professional achievements, and potential for future development.
You can download a template or sample from here.
The recommendation letter should be issued after September 1, 2025 and MUST include the recommender's job title, place of work, contact number, email address, and signature.
* Applicants need to provide the referees' information in the online application system. The system will automatically send an email invitation to each referee, who can then complete the recommendation online following the instructions. Applicants may also upload the recommendation letters directly.8. Award Certificates (if applicable)
9. Research Achievements
Provide a catalog and abstract of published papers, or other original research achievements (if applicable) to demonstrate academic capability.
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. - Video
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Change Log
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 1, 2026 December 25, 2025
- • The start date has been updated to September 1, 2026 December 25, 2025
- • The content has been updated. December 25, 2025
- • The service fee has been updated to 200 USD September 24, 2025
- • The service fee has been updated to 200 USD June 27, 2025
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2025 March 7, 2025
- • The content has been updated. March 7, 2025
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 30, 2024 June 18, 2024
- • The content has been updated. December 27, 2022
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- • The content has been updated. December 16, 2021
- • The service fee has been updated to 50 USD December 28, 2020
- • The content has been updated. November 30, 2020
- • The service fee has been updated to 100 USD March 3, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2020 December 18, 2019
- • The content has been updated. December 18, 2019
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Basic Information
| ·Starting Date : | Sep 1 , 2027 | |
| ·Duration: | 3 Years |
| Teaching Language : | English |
| Application Deadline: | Jun 1 , 2027 |
| Tuition : | RMB 35,000 Per Year |
| Application Fee: | USD 113 (Check Policy) |
| Service Fee: | USD 200 (Check Policy) |
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