Why Choose SUFE+
Why Choose SUFE
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National-Level Platforms Empowering Professional Learning
Leveraging the national "Teaching and Resources Exploitation Base of International Business Chinese (Shanghai)" and the "Chinese + Digital Economy" research center, we integrate Shanghai's strategic position as a national economic hub with SUFE's strong foundation in finance, economics and business Chinese — providing high-quality resources that enhance both the practicality of the curriculum and students' global business perspectives.
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Experienced Teaching with a Proven Track Record
As one of the first universities in Shanghai to offer Business Chinese courses, we have over two decades of mature teaching experience. We provide top-tier facilities and a high-quality faculty team, and precisely address students' individualized needs in the business field, ensuring learning quality and effectiveness.
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Focus on Real-World Business Applications
Core courses such as Business Culture, Business Etiquette, Business News and Business Writing create a learning platform that closely mirrors real business scenarios in China — helping students quickly master Chinese in business contexts and efficiently integrate into business environments.
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Prime Location for Learning and Living
Classes are held at the International Cultural Exchange School near the Wujiaochang Business Circle in Yangpu District, served by Metro Lines 3, 10 and 18. Surrounded by universities — Yangpu is often called the "Academic Center of Shanghai" — the area offers a rich cultural atmosphere with comprehensive shopping, dining and entertainment.
Program at a Glance+
Program at a Glance
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2027 SPRING SEMESTER
On-campus registrationFebruary 19, 2027
Classes beginFebruary 22, 2027
Classes endJune 11, 2027
2027 FALL SEMESTER
On-campus registrationAugust 26, 2027
Classes beginAugust 30, 2027
Classes endDecember 17, 2027
Sample Weekly Schedule+
Sample Weekly Schedule
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| Period | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 08:00–09:40 | Intensive Reading | Listening & Speaking | Intensive Reading | Intensive Reading | Writing |
| 10:05–11:45 | Listening & Speaking | Intensive Reading | Case Study | Writing | Case Study |
* The courses and activities are subject to change. To study Business Chinese, a certain level of proficiency in Chinese is required (HSK Level 3). Students without any prior knowledge of Chinese are advised to join the Practical Chinese track first.
How to Apply+
How to Apply
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APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be foreign citizens, 18–55 years old (as of February 19, 2027), physically and mentally healthy, and have basic knowledge of Chinese (HSK 3 or higher).
APPLICATION OPENS
September 25, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE
December 15, 2026
23:59, Beijing Time
* The application will be considered complete only after all required materials have been uploaded. If the application is returned due to incorrect information or incomplete documents, applicants must revise and re-submit before 23:59, December 15, 2026 (Beijing Time).
Pay the application fee — CNY 415 (or equivalent)
Remit the application fee via bank transfer. If payment is made in China, please fill in the payee's information in Chinese; if made outside the Chinese mainland, please fill in the payee's information in English.
PAY IN CHINESE MAINLAND
Payee上海财经大学
A/C442959257313
Bank中国银行上海市五角场支行
PAY OUTSIDE CHINESE MAINLAND
PayeeSHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF FINANCE AND ECONOMICS
Address777 Guoding Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, China
A/C442959257313
BankBANK OF CHINA SHANGHAI BRANCH
Swift CodeBKCHCNBJ300
Bank AddressBank of China Tower, 200 Mid Yincheng Road, Shanghai 200120, China
*Please include the applicant number / applicant's name in the payment.
*Any handling fees or telegraph fees for cross-border payment / inter-bank transactions shall be borne by the payer.
*The application fee is non-refundable, regardless of whether the applicant is admitted or not.
*Current SUFE students are exempt from the application fee — please upload a photo of your student ID card on the payment page.
Register and submit your application online
Apply through the SUFE Applicant Portal at ao.sufe.edu.cn — fill out the application form and upload the materials below. Please input a frequently used email address in your application form; SUFE may ask for additional materials if necessary.
✓Personal photo
✓Passport information page (valid beyond the program end date; renewal before enrollment is not advised)
✓HSK certificate, or proof of Chinese language study hours
✓Certificate of completion / transcript from an educational institution in China (if applicable; current students submit an enrollment certificate, and send the completion certificate to ices@sufe.edu.cn after finishing)
✓Chinese visa page (if applicable)
✓Application fee payment proof
Track your application status
The review process generally takes approximately 2–4 weeks. Admission decisions are released on the Applicant Portal — you will receive an email reminder once decisions are out, and will see a crimson-colored banner with Admitted / Not Admitted when you log into your applicant account.
Tuition, Visa & Accommodation+
Tuition, Visa & Accommodation
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Tuition Payment
Tuition: CNY 9,000/semester, CNY 18,000/year.
Payment deadline: 23:59, December 31, 2026 (Beijing Time). Further details of the payment schedule will be communicated via email.
Visa
Admitted students will receive an email including instructions for downloading Admission Notice and DQ Form/JW202 Form, both of which are required for visa application, in 2 to 3 weeks as of the tuition payment deadline.
Apply for an X1/X2 study visa at the Chinese embassy or consulate in your country or region. Please submit the visa application as soon as you receive the admission documents, and complete on-campus registration on the designated date according to SUFE's schedule.
One-year program participants will get JW202 Form while one-semester students will get DQ Form.
On-campus Accommodation
Reservation opens in January 2027 (tuition must be paid in advance to book).
Accommodation is offered subject to availability, first-come first-served.
Dorm option for Chinese language students: Zhongshan Beiyi Road Dorm. If you are not offered a place in the dorm, please arrange off-campus housing by yourself.
Get in Touch+
Get in Touch
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*All the time/date above are Beijing time.
*Admission Office, ICES SUFE reserves the right of final explanation for the information aforementioned.
