Students walking along Shanghai waterfront

A degree-granting campus in China’s most innovative and international city, NYU Shanghai is a unique opportunity for students who want to study abroad in China. Here, a full range of course offerings across 19 majors means you can stay on track at any level. And from art and business to the sciences and humanities, you can also explore outside your discipline. If China is your focus, you can work on fluency in Chinese language courses, opt for some of the many place-based courses across the areas of study, or take courses in the Global China Studies program.


Cost Per Semester (Academic Year 23-24)

Undergraduate tuition: $30,219

Housing: $2,433 - $6,080

Students pay their individual school tuition, which may differ by college. For comparison to other global locations, including New York, a cost estimation chart is available on the costs and financial aid page.

Academic Calendar: Full year, fall, spring, summer, January term

Student Body: 900 full time students, 125-150 semester study away students

Housing: Off-campus residence hall consisting of shared bedrooms on a communal floor or within shared apartments

Exchange Rate: 1 USD = 6.47 Yuan