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Tongji University

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Public University
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International

Tongji University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Tongji University is a public university in Shanghai, China, and it suits students who want to study at a large Chinese university with national project affiliation. It is a practical option if you are comparing public universities in China and want a university in a major city.

  2. What you can study

    Tongji University is a public university. The available information does not list specific subjects or degree programmes, so the programme catalogue should be checked on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university website to check the current application process, required documents, and deadlines. The university’s public information does not give programme-specific entry requirements here, so confirm the exact admissions rules with the admissions office before you apply.

  4. What it costs

    Tongji University does not publish a tuition fee in the available information, so confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs in Shanghai will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so plan a separate budget for those.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated in the available information, so confirm it before applying. You should also check visa steps, document translation needs, whether your qualifications are accepted, and how housing is arranged for incoming international students.

  6. How it compares

    China has 398 universities, and Tongji University stands out within that group as a public institution in Shanghai that is affiliated with the Ministry of Education and included in Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction. That makes it a university to look at if you want a government-affiliated option in one of China’s main study cities.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Tongji University

What type of university is Tongji University?

It is a public university.

Where is Tongji University located?

It is located in Shanghai, China.

Which government body is Tongji University affiliated with?

It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China.

Which national projects is Tongji University part of?

It is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction.

Overview

Tongji University is a public university located in Shanghai, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China. The university is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for China.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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