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NYU Shanghai

NYU in Shanghai

NYU Shanghai: offering all the benefits of New York University in Asia’s most exciting business and cultural center. What is it like to live and study in Shanghai for a semester? Regardless of your tastes and preferences, Shanghai is an endlessly exciting place, rich in discoveries and new opportunities. Shanghai, with a population estimated to be between 16 and 24 million, is growing and changing before your eyes. Witness the development of a city that is quickly becoming a major player on the world stage.

A fast-moving, cosmopolitan place, Shanghai has opportunities that attract a variety of interests. From an expatriate running club, to martial arts lessons, to Chinese-English language partners and a nightlife that rivals most Western cities, Shanghai has plenty to keep you busy during your stay here.


Frequently Asked Questions

Depends on your major. Speaking with your academic adviser is the best way to determine what semester will be right for your study away experience.

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NYU Shanghai

Announced: New Degree-granting Campus

NYU has announced a new degree-granting campus in Shanghai in addition to the current existing opportunities for NYU students to study away.
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Fast Facts


Academic Calendar: Full year/fall/spring

Faculty: 18+ instructors and administrators

Student Body: 175-200 students

Course Language: English

Housing: On-campus residence hall, off-campus apartments

Meals: On-campus housing allows access to campus dining hall and nearby restaurants, off-campus housing offers kitchens and nearby restaurants

Currency: Renminbi (also referred to as Yuan)

Population of Shanghai: 18 million

Official Language: Chinese (Shanghainese dialect)


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