Academic workload
A full workload is 30 ECTS per semester.
Academic calendar
September - January, February - July
Tuition fee
Tuition waivers may be available through our exchange programme.
Further information can be found here: Fees - ECNU
Number of student places
Number of exchange places are determined from one academic year to another.
Housing
Students can apply for both on- and off-campus housing. For more information, go to: Accommodation - ECNU
Cost of living
Cost of living depends greatly on the lifestyle of students. You can expect to spend $400-$1000 per month.
Admission requirements
Students must have completed one year of university level studies, equivalent to 60 ECTS.
Language requirements
Students must show English proficiency through a language test, such as TOEFL (with a minimum score of 80) or IELTS Academic (with a minimum overall score of 6.0).
Most common tests & minimum score requirements:
- TOEFL IBT = 88 (no section below 20)
- IELTS (Academic) = 6.5 (no band below 6.0)Exchange students must apply for a visa/study permit before entering the country of destination. Generally, students must be able to satisfy the financial documentation in order to be issued visa. For more information, go to:Visa Guide - ECNU
All exchange students must have valid health insurance, regardless of their nationalities. Students may be expected to purchase health care insurance for the duration of their stay, in addition to the insurance the students have from their home countries. For more information, go to:Health & Insurance - ECNU
East China Normal University
East China Normal University was founded in Shanghai in 1951 and is considered one of the most prestigious universities in China. There are 4 faculties spread across two campuses located in the Minhang and Putuo districts of Shanghai. There are about 1,500 international students studying at ECNU.