Study In China
Shanghai
Tier 1 · Shanghai · Pop. 24.9M

Study in Shanghai

City Overview

Shanghai is China's financial capital and its most international city, home to Fudan, SJTU, Tongji and ECNU. The Bund, the Pudong skyline and the French Concession give the city a cosmopolitan feel unmatched in China, and its finance, consulting and technology sectors offer the strongest internship and career pipeline for international students. Living costs are among the highest in China, but so are part-time and post-graduation opportunities. Shanghai is the first choice for students targeting business, finance, engineering and international careers.

Cost of living
$700/mo
Accommodation
$350/mo
Safety
Very safe — low crime, 24h convenience stores
Weather
Humid subtropical: hot humid summers, mild winters

Transportation

Extensive metro (20+ lines), Maglev, buses, Didi. Efficient and affordable.

Student Life

Vibrant expat scene, Bund nightlife, French Concession cafés, international festivals year-round.

Jobs & Career

Finance, tech, consulting, foreign trade — top destination for graduate careers.

Attractions

The BundOriental Pearl TowerYu GardenNanjing RoadShanghai TowerDisneyland

Food

Xiaolongbao, Shanghai hairy crab, scallion oil noodles, international dining scene.