Ⅰ Qualifications
1. Applicants holding valid foreign passports and in good health, with valid degrees （Bachelor’s degree or above for master programs, Master’s degree or above for Ph.D. programs）
2. Applicants should meet the following language requirements
· Chinese-taught Programs: minimum requirements of HSK 5 for 210 or HSK 6 for 180. Those who’ve been granted previous degrees from Chinese-taught programs at Chinese universities are exempted from HSK requirements.
· English-taught Programs: minimum requirements of TOEFL 80/IELTS 6.0/Duolingo 105, or provide English-taught proof for previous degrees. Native English speakers do not need to submit the English Proficiency Certificate.
Ⅱ Application Deadline
1. Chinese Government Scholarship programs: Feb 15th, 2026
2. Shanghai Government Scholarship programs: April 15th, 2026
3. Self-sponsored programs: June 15th, 2026
Ⅲ Program List
Fall semester admission only
IV Application Procedures
1. Submit application online.
Visit ECUST online application system, register and submit application documents according to the system prompts. Scholarship applicants need to upload the corresponding scholarship application forms.
* Each applicant applies only once, do not make duplicate applications. Multiple scholarships can be applied, but only one will be granted if pass the evaluation.
2. Pay the application fee of 600 CNY online or through bank transfer
* The application is invalid if the application fee has not been paid. Once paid, the application fee will not be refunded.
V Scholarship Programs
1. Chinese Government Scholarship（CGS）
Type A: Bilateral Program/ ASEAN-China Young Leaders Scholarship （ACYLS）/EU Program/AUN Program/ China-Africa Friendship Program, etc.
（1） Apply to the dispatching authorities for overseas study in your home country for CGS opportunities;
（2） Contact College of International Education to obtain a Pre-Admission Letter;
（3）Visit CGS Information Management System for International Students to submit the online application, select East China University of Science and Technology for Application Institution I, submit all of your application documents to the dispatching authorities before the deadline, download the application form.
Type B: High-level Postgraduate Program/ Belt and Road Program, etc.
Visit CGS Information Management System for International Students to submit the online application （The agency number of East China University of Science and Technology is 10251）, download the form.
2. Shanghai Government Scholarship（SGS）
Check the box in ECUST application system when applying, no further action required
* Please refer to the CGS official website and the notice from your home country’s local international student dispatch department which is in charge of CGS opportunity, to learn more about application details and requirements of CGS-Type A.
* The information of CGS-Type B, SGS will be notified separately.
Ⅵ Application Checklist
1. Copy of passport photo page （Valid until Sept. 1, 2027 and beyond）.
2. Copy of graduation and degree certificate of the highest education.
** Prospective diploma recipients must submit an official document issued by the current school to prove the current study status and expected graduation date. If applicants are admitted, a scan copy of the graduation and degree certificate shall be sent before registration.
3. Transcripts of all courses from undergraduate study.
4. Proof of Chinese or English language proficiency （HSK score obtained on and after September 1st 2024 is valid）
5. Acceptance Letter （Please be sure to upload if requested by corresponding schools.）
6. Two Recommendation Letters in English or Chinese from Professor or Associate Professor.
** Recommendation Letters should be issued after 1st September 2025 and contain the following information: title, institute, contact information, e-mail and signature of the referee.
7. A Study Plan with a minimum of 800 words and a detailed Research Proposal if prepared.
8. Other supporting documents. （e.g. published papers, awards & certificates）
9. Non-criminal Record Certificate. If applicant is unable to get one at home country, please sign Non-criminal Record Affirmation. International students studying in China can submit a certificate of no bad performance issued by university.
10. Statement of Financial Support.
11. Copy of Foreigner Physical Examination Form. The original form should be kept by applicants. The physical examination must cover all of the items listed in the form. Incomplete forms or forms without the signature of the attending physician, or the official stamp of the hospital, or a sealed photograph of the applicant are considered as invalid. Please plan your physical examination schedule carefully as the result is valid for only 6 months.
** Only Chinese or English documents is accepted, if not, notarized copy of Chinese or English translation shall be provided.
In addition to the above application documents, supplementary documents shall be provided when necessary. Application documents will not be returned, whether the application is successful or not.
Ⅶ Evaluation and Admission
1. ECUST adheres to the principles of fairness, impartiality, and openness, and selects international graduates by adopting the "application- evaluation” method.
2. Applicants can check their application status through ECUST online application system. During the application process, the funding status of all students will be displayed as self-funded.
3. After receiving the documents, College of International Education will conduct preliminary review, after which excellent applicants will be selected and sent to school for professional academic review （status in the system is “awaiting academic review”）.
4. The admission list of various scholarship students will be announced on the college website before July 15, 2026. ECUST will issue admission notices and visa application form to the admitted applicants.
Ⅷ Precaution
1. Applicants should ensure the authenticity and accuracy of the application information and application documents provided. Once the Admissions Office or the Certification Department verifies that any documents are not true, the student will not be admitted or the study qualification will be cancelled.
2. After admission and payment of the tuition fees, ECUST will provides relevant documents for applying for a study visa to China.
3. Students may not register at two universities at the same time, which will result in cancellation of their study status.
4. Students must register in the duration specified by the university. If fail to report to the university after the deadline, students will be regarded as having automatically given up their student status and will be disqualified from receiving the scholarship.
5. Bring the original relevant certificates and supporting materials for inspection when register.
Ⅸ Study Term and Fees
The program duration for master students is 1.5-3 years, with a maximum of 5 years; the course credits are valid for 5 years since the enrollment.
The program duration for Ph.D. students is 3-4 years, with a maximum of 6 years; the course credits are valid for 6 years since the enrollment.
| Application Fee | 600CNY | |
| Tuition Fee | Academic Master | Chinese-taught 28000 CNY/Year, Art Majors 34000 CNY/Year; English-taught 42000 CNY/Year |
| Professional Master | International Business 120000 CNY/Year; International Development 100000 CNY/Year, Intelligent Chemical Engineering 75000 CNY/Year, Artificial Intelligence 75000 CNY/Year | |
| Doctor | Chinese-taught Program 35000CNY/Year; English-taught Program 44000CNY/Year | |
| Room Fee | 80 or 110CNY/Day （electricity bill excluded） | |
| Insurance Fee | 800CNY/Year | |
Payment Methods:
1. Online Payment
WeChat Pay/ Ali Pay
Visa/ Master/ JCB （Handling fees at your own expense）
2. Bank Transfer
Account Name：EAST CHINA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Account No.：03329608017003862
Bank Name：AGRICULTURAL BANK OF CHINA, Xuhui District, Caoxi Sub-branch
Bank Address：30 Tian Yao Qiao Road, Shanghai, China
Bank Swift：ABOCCNBJ090
Remittance Remarks：Your passport No.
* Equivalent US dollar remittance is accepted.
* Annual tuition fee should be paid upon registration at the beginning of each academic year.
Ⅹ Contact Us
Admissions and Alumni Office
College of International Education
East China University of Science and Technology
108 Lizhi Building, 130 Meilong Rd., Shanghai, 200237, P.R. China
Tel: 0086-21-64253277 /64253279
Fax: 0086-21-64252280
E-mail: cie@ecust.edu.cn
Website: http://cie.ecust.edu.cn/
In case of any change in the above contents, the final interpretation of College of International Education of East China University of Science and Technology shall prevail. Please timely follow the update of the website and the WeChat official account of "ECUST International Students" to get the latest news.
