Study Chinese in China

Overview

上海交通大学 Shànghǎi Jiāotōng dàxué, also known colloquially as 交大 Jiāodà. 

Founded at the turn of the century in 1896, Shanghai Jiaotong University is one of China's oldest universities. It's longstanding existence is a testament to the high-quality educational programs it offers to foreign students and local Chinese students alike. It is included in China's C9 league of universities, and is often touted as one of China's best institutions.

For frame of reference, Shanghai Jiaotong University is often referred to as the “Eastern MIT” due to its reputation for producing top engineers. Its research programs are likewise attractive to international students, and are respected the world over.

Jiaotong has been offering courses to foreign Chinese language learners for many years, and its commitment to providing solid language programs has not wavered. As an alumni, you'll be in good company - notable past attendees of SJU include Jiang Zemin (former President of China), Luc Montagnier (a Nobel Prize Laureate for the discovery of HIV) and Ding Junhui (China’s top snooker player).

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Jiaotong University's Chinese language programs are a popular program option for CSA students. The Chinese courses at Jiaotong, while still being challenging and worthwhile, are not quite as intense as nearby Fudan and Tongji Universities. In this way, students who attend Jiaotong are given ample free time to explore Shanghai or nearby cities like Nanjing, Hangzhou, and Suzhou. While your classwork will more or less be the same, your homework assignments will not be as intense as the other Shanghai universities. 

Jiaotong University is located in Shanghai's bustling French Concession, amidst the hustle and bustle of the city center. If you want to look out your window to see skyscrapers-a-plenty, this is the Chinese language program for you. It's a short jump to the famous Shanghai landmarks like the Bund, Tianzifang, and Xintiandi; students can take full advantage of the more business-oriented, social, and networking sides of this booming, cosmopolitan city. 

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It's worth noting:

- Students must be over 18 years old to attend a course at Shanghai Jiaotong University.

What is included in your Jiaotong University Chinese language program?

Studying abroad in China doesn't have to be a stressful or worrisome activity - leave the grunt work to us so you can get busy learning, exploring, and having the time of your life. Beyond your university tuition fees and housing costs, all CSA programs include:

What are the costs of this program, and when can I start?!

Learn more about our Jiaotong University Chinese language programs and get a jumpstart on learning Chinese in Shanghai by following the links below.

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