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Fudan University
Fudan University is a public university in Shanghai, China, founded in 1905, with about 40,000 students. Tuition is around CNY 19,800–50,000 a year (2025-26).
- Type
- Public university
- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Founded
- 1905
- Students
- 40,000
- International students
- 9%
- Tuition
- CNY 19,800–50,000 / year (2025-26)
- Acceptance rate
- 24%
- Teaching language
- Chinese; English
- Academic calendar
- Semester
- Ranking
- QS World: #30
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Fudan University is a public research university in Shanghai, founded in 1905 as Fudan Public School. It is a member of China's C9 League and one of the country's leading comprehensive universities.
Fudan's campuses include Handan (main), Fenglin (medicine), Zhangjiang (technology) and Jiangwan. Its schools cover humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, management, medicine (after merging with Shanghai Medical University in 2000), journalism and international relations.
Teaching is mainly in Chinese, with English-taught master's and some undergraduate programmes. Chinese students enter through the gaokao; international students apply directly, and Chinese government and Shanghai scholarships are available.
Admissions, rankings and scholarships
Rankings
- #30QS World
- #44THE World
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Frequently asked questions
How much is tuition at Fudan University?
Tuition at Fudan University is around CNY 19,800–50,000 a year for 2025-26. Fees vary by program and can differ for international students, so check the university's official fees page before applying.
What is the acceptance rate at Fudan University?
Fudan University has an acceptance rate of about 24%.
What language are courses taught in at Fudan University?
Courses at Fudan University are taught in Chinese; English.
When is the application deadline for Fudan University?
Dec-Jan for fall; Rolling for spring
Does Fudan University offer scholarships?
Chinese Government Scholarship; Fudan Scholarship Program; School-specific scholarships.
Does Fudan University have student accommodation?
Accommodation options include: On-campus dormitories, International student housing, Graduate housing.
How many international students are at Fudan University?
About 9% of students at Fudan University are international.
When was Fudan University founded?
Fudan University was founded in 1905.
How is Fudan University ranked?
Fudan University is ranked QS World: #30; THE World: #44.
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