Why Choose Us+
Why Choose Us
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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 deeply integrate Shanghai's strategic position as a national economic hub with our university's strong foundation in finance, economics and business Chinese — providing high-quality resources and platform support that enhance both the practicality of the curriculum and students' global perspectives.
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Small-Class Teaching for Personalized and Efficient Learning
Small classes ensure ample interaction and personalized guidance for each student. Teachers can accurately monitor learning progress and flexibly adjust the pace, creating an efficient and harmonious atmosphere that significantly enhances comprehension and speaking practice, supporting comprehensive language skill development.
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High-Quality Faculty Team for Tailored Teaching
Our teachers are all graduates of renowned universities both in China and abroad, with solid professional expertise and cross-cultural teaching perspectives. Most have overseas teaching experience and years of frontline practice, and excel at customized guidance based on student characteristics — stimulating interest and facilitating effortless yet efficient mastery of Chinese.
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Prime Location for a Convenient Learning and Living Experience
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 and numerous bus routes. 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 amenities.
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
Course Content and Learning Objectives
Sample Weekly Schedule+
Sample Weekly Schedule
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Beginner Class & Elementary Class
| Period | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 08:00–09:40 | Listening | Listening | Comprehensive Chinese | Comprehensive Chinese | Writing |
| 10:05–11:45 | Speaking | Comprehensive Chinese | Speaking | Writing | Comprehensive Chinese |
Intermediate Class & Advanced Class
| Period | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 08:00–09:40 | Comprehensive Chinese | Extensive Reading | Comprehensive Chinese | Comprehensive Chinese | Writing |
| 10:05–11:45 | Speaking | Listening | Speaking | Listening | Comprehensive Chinese |
* Courses and schedules are subject to change.
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.
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 (should be valid beyond the program end date; applicants are advised not to renew their passports before enrollment and registration)
✓HSK certificate, or proof of Chinese language study hours (if applicable)
✓Certificate of completing a program / 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 to 4 weeks. The Applicant Portal is where you will view the admissions decision — you will receive an email reminding you to check your portal once decisions are released, 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
SUFE will prepare admission documents for students who have been admitted AND have paid the tuition fee. Students will receive an email with instructions for downloading the Admission Notice and DQ Form/JW202 Form — both required for visa application — in 2 to 3 weeks as of the tuition payment deadline.
Apply for an X2/X1 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. It is advisable to arrive one or two days before the registration day, as entering too early may result in overstaying your visa.
Admission documents are in digital version only — please save the digital copy and print it out for further use. Students who study for 180 days or longer shall get JW202 Form, while those who study for less than 180 days will get DQ Form.
On-campus Accommodation
New students who prefer on-campus accommodation are expected to make a reservation in January 2027, and are required to pay tuition fees in advance to be eligible to book.
Accommodation is offered subject to availability, first-come first-served. Further details will be communicated via email.
Dorm option for Chinese language students: Zhongshan Beiyi Road Dorm. Due to limited on-campus accommodation, please arrange off-campus housing by yourself if you are not offered a place in the dorm.
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.
