Program Overview

About Fudan University

Founded in 1905, Fudan University is a comprehensive research university with a world-class reputation for academic excellence. It ranked 26th globally in the 2027 QS World University Rankings. The university currently offers 12 primary academic discipline categories—philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, medical science, management, arts, and interdisciplinary studies—with 12 disciplines ranking in the global top 1‰ according to ESI. Fudan operates across four campuses: Handan, Fenglin, Zhangjiang, and Jiangwan.

About School of Economics

Rooted in a long tradition of academic excellence, the School of Economics at Fudan University is one of China's leading institutions for economics education and research.

The School brings together expertise in economics, world economy, international finance, public economics, and insurance. Its academic strengths are supported by an accomplished faculty, a vibrant research environment, and close engagement with China's economic development and the global economy.

Committed to cultivating talents with strong analytical skills and a global perspective, the School provides students with opportunities to explore economic issues, develop quantitative and critical thinking, and understand the connections between economic theory and real-world challenges. The School also offers English-taught undergraduate education in Economics, providing an international learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.

About the Program

The Fudan University International Pre-University Program (English-taught) is a one-year non-degree academic preparation program designed for international students who aspire to pursue undergraduate studies in English at Fudan University.

Built on Fudan's rich academic resources, the program helps students strengthen their foundations in Mathematics and other subjects relevant to their intended undergraduate majors. Through compulsory courses, pre-major foundation courses, and university electives, students can develop essential academic skills and prepare for the demands of university-level study.

Beyond academic learning, the program offers opportunities for students to explore Chinese society and culture, experience university life, and engage with a diverse learning community. These experiences help students build greater confidence, independence, and readiness for undergraduate education in China.

The program aims to prepare students academically and personally for their next stage of education. Successful completion of the program does not guarantee admission to an undergraduate program at Fudan University. Undergraduate admission remains subject to the applicable admission requirements and selection procedures.

Eligibility Requirements

1. General Requirements
(1) Non-Chinese citizens holding a valid foreign ordinary passport.
(2) High school graduate (or above).
(3) Physically and mentally healthy, with no criminal record.

(4) With required proficiency in the language of instruction.

2. Age Requirement
Applicants must be at least 17 years old and no older than 23 years old by September 1, 2027.

3. Nationality Eligibility

In accordance with relevant regulations, including the Nationality Law of the People's Republic of China, the Measures for the Administration of School Recruitment and Cultivation of International Students (Joint Decree No. 42 of the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Ministry of Public Security), and the Notice on Regulating the Enrollment of International Students in Higher Education Institutions in China (Jiao Wai Han [2020] No. 12):

(1) For applicants who were born in a foreign country and held foreign nationality at birth, the applicants’ parent/s (Chinese-citizen side) must have obtained foreign permanent residency before the applicants’ birth. In addition, the applicant must have a record of actual residence abroad (outside Chinese mainland/Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan) for at least 2 years between May 1, 2024, and April 30, 2027 (calculated in cycles from May 1 to April 30 of the following year, 9 months of actual residence per cycle counts as one year, verified by entry/exit stamps).

(2) For applicants who emigrated from China and acquired foreign nationality, the applicants must have obtained foreign nationality before May 1, 2024, and completed the procedures for renouncing Chinese nationality. In addition, the applicants must have a record of actual residence abroad (outside Chinese mainland/Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan) for at least 2 years between May 1, 2024, and April 30, 2027 (calculated in cycles from May 1 to April 30 of the following year, 9 months of actual residence per cycle counts as one year, verified by entry/exit stamps).

Application Rounds

Round 1: November 5, 2026 – February 26, 2027

Round 2: March 15, 2027 – April 15, 2027

Curriculum

1. Compulsory Courses

Mathematics, Introduction to China, Fudan Module Courses, and Comprehensive Quality Assessment are compulsory for all students.  Students must complete 16 credits of compulsory courses and achieve a passing grade or above.
The Comprehensive Quality Assessment includes thematic educational activities, corporate visits, social practice, cultural and sports activities, and other forms of holistic development.

Main Content of the Comprehensive Quality Assessment

2. Foundation (Pre-major) Courses

Students shall take no fewer than 6 credits of foundation (pre-major) courses based on their intended undergraduate major. Students may choose courses according to their intended undergraduate program and academic direction.

3. Other Elective Courses

In addition to the foundation courses, students may take no fewer than 6 credits of elective courses offered by the university, including Basic Chinese Language Courses, Academic English Enhancement Courses for international students and other general education courses open to undergraduate students.

Application and Admission Procedures

Step 1: Fill Out the Online Application.

Please register on and then log into Fudan’s Online Application System for International Students: //istudent.crzbonline.com/apply for application. Please choose Personal Application → Pre-University → English-taught Pre-University Program. Fill out the application and upload the application materials (please refer to Application Materials section). Once completed, please make sure to click the “Submit” button.

Step 2: Pay the Application Fee.

The application fee is 800 RMB (online payment, non-refundable). The application is considered invalid without the application fee.

Step 3: Take the Interview.

Following the university's preliminary review, eligible applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. The interview will focus on assessing the applicant's comprehensive competencies and language communication skills.

Step 4: Check Admission Result.

Applicants can check admission results for Round 1 and 2 in the application system starting from early April 2027 and late June 2027 respectively.

Step 5: Download the Admission Notice.

Starting in July 2027, admitted students can download the official electronic admission notice through the application system.

Application Materials

1. Valid Passport Information Page.

The passport must be valid until March 1, 2028, or later.

2. High School Diploma.

Applicants in their final year of high school must submit an original expected graduation certificate issued by their current school. For documents in languages other than Chinese or English, notarized translation copies must be provided.

3. High School Full Transcript.

Applicants must submit transcripts of all courses completed during high school. For documents in languages other than Chinese or English, notarized translation copies must be provided.

4. Proof of English proficiency.

TOEFL iBT (Code: C870)≥80 (New TOEFL ≥4.0), or IELTS ≥6.0, or Duolingo English Test ≥105, or PTE Academic ≥50. Applicants whose native language is English or who graduated from a high school fully taught in English can be exempt from this requirement.

5. Guarantee Statement.

Applicants who are under 18 years of age by September 1, 2027, must submit this document. The guardian must be an adult residing in Chinese mainland with a stable source of income.

6. Nationality & Identify Documents.

(1) Applicants who were born in a foreign country and held foreign nationality at birth must provide:

1) proof of obtaining foreign nationality at birth;

2) Proof that the parent/s (the Chinese citizen side) have obtained foreign permanent residency before the applicant's birth;

3) All Chinese visas, residence permits, and exit-entry records of the applicant from the first passport onward;

(2) Applicants who emigrated from China and acquired foreign nationality must provide:

1) The Certificate of Renunciation of Nationality of the People's Republic of China;

2) Proof of cancellation of Chinese household registration (Hukou);

3) Proof of naturalization to foreign nationality;

4) All Chinese visas, resident permits, exit & entry records of the applicant from the first foreign passport onward.

*Note: Applicants who previously held a Travel Document or an Exit-Entry Permit of the People's Republic of China must provide the corresponding material in accordance with the requirements in item (2).

7. Proof of Non-Criminal Record.

8. Statement of Financial Capacity or Financial Support.

If the applicant is sponsored by others, please fill out the Statement of Financial Support for International Students, and submit relevant documents.

9. Other Supporting Materials.

Applicants may submit additional materials which may demonstrate comprehensive abilities along with the required documents, such as award certificates or published papers.

*Note: Please carefully read the attachment Instructions on Filling in and Uploading Documents in the Online Application System before application.

Tuition

69,000 RMB /Year.

*Notes: (1) Tuition is charged by academic year, not by course or credit. (2) Payment is made by semester: 34,500 RMB per semester, due before each semester begins.

Registration Time

The date of registration is in late August or early September 2027. For specific time, please refer to the official Admission Notice.

Study & Completion Requirements

Students are required to complete the prescribed curriculum, including compulsory courses, foundation (pre-major) courses, elective courses, and the Comprehensive Quality Assessment, in accordance with the program requirements. Students must attend classes regularly, participate in required academic and program activities, complete coursework and examinations, and meet the applicable academic and completion requirements. Students are also expected to comply with Fudan University’s rules and regulations throughout their studies. Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a Certificate of Completion and an academic transcript.

Outstanding students who maintain strong academic performance, provide a valid CSCA score report and other necessary application materials, and pass the undergraduate admission interview may enter English-taught undergraduate programs at Fudan University.

Accommodation

Admitted students may reserve on-campus International Students Dormitory within the designated period or arrange accommodation independently off campus.

Additional Information

1. Please ensure that the information entered in the application system is authentic and valid, and that the uploaded materials are complete and accurate. Once an application is submitted, no supplementary materials will be accepted. Please continue to monitor the application status updates in the application system and check your personal email regularly.

2. Once admitted, the passport information cannot be changed until registration is completed.

3. Admitted students must strictly follow Fudan University's requirements for enrollment and registration. The university will verify the original documents of the student's passport, visa, and graduation certificate upon registration. Those who fail to meet the requirements at the time of registration will have their admission qualification revoked.

4. Admitted students are not allowed to change nationality.

5. Anyone found guilty of fraud, forgery, or malpractice will, upon verification, have their application, admission, or enrollment qualification revoked. Students who have already completed registration will be expelled.

6. Whether an applicant holds Chinese nationality concurrently with a foreign nationality shall be subject to the nationality determination conclusion issued by the exit-entry administration authority of China. If an applicant is determined to hold Chinese nationality during the application process, after admission, or after enrollment, their application qualification, admission qualification, enrollment qualification, or student status will be revoked.

7. All dates and times listed are in Beijing Time.

Suggestions and Feedback

Fudan University ensures fairness, justice, and openness in the admissions and enrollment process for international students. The whole process is under the supervision of Department of Supervision of Fudan University.

Department of Supervision for Admissions

Tel: +86-21-55664607

Contact:

1. Education Development Center, School of Economics, Fudan University, for program-related inquiries

Room 303, Building A, No. 579 Guoquan Road, Shanghai 200433, P.R.China
Tel: +86-21-55664509
Email: [email protected]
Website: //www.crzbonline.com/

2. International Students Office, Fudan University, for application-related inquiries:
No. 220 Handan Road, Shanghai 200433, P.R.China
Tel: +86-21-65642258
Email: [email protected]
Website: //iso.crzbonline.com
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00–11:30 , 13:30–17:00

(except for official public holidays)

*Note: The final explanation by the International Students Office of Fudan University shall prevail.

Instructions on Filling in and Uploading Documents

in the Online Application System

Instructions on filling in the application system

1. It is recommended that the Windows system and Google Chrome browser are used for the online application system. This ensures proper page display and prevents any issues during the application process.

2. The "Intended Major" selection is only for the university to understand the student's future undergraduate application direction.

3. “Chinese Name” is not mandatory. Please select “No Chinese Name” if you don’t have a Chinese name.

4. Please correctly fill in “passport name”, “passport number” and “date of expiry of passport”. Only ordinary passports with an expiration date after March 1, 2028 are accepted. Please don’t renew your passport once admitted.

5. Applicants in final year of high school should select “Student” in the field “Occupation/Profession”.

6. Applicants who have just graduated from high school (or college) should fill in the full English name of the high school (or college) in the field “School/Organization Currently Studying/Working In”.

7. Please correctly and completely fill in information in the module of “My Contact Information”, including Contact Person/Receiver, Phone Number, Address and Postal Code, for the university to reach the applicant. The address in Chinese mainland should be written in Chinese, while the address outside Chinese mainland should be written in English.

8. Please fill in your complete “Educational Background” from primary school until present in chronological order by clicking the “add” button.

9. “Family Members” is mandatory. Please correctly and completely fill in information of your parents and other family members by clicking the “add” button. One of the family members should be set as the emergency contact person. Applicants from blended families should fill in both birth parents and step-parents.

10. “Contact Person in China” refers to an individual residing in Chinese mainland whom the university can contact regarding matters related to the applicant's studies in China. If you do not have one, you may select “No Contact Person in China”.

11. “Personal Statement” must be written in English and fewer than 5,000 English characters (including punctuation marks and space).

12. If you are unable to provide the “Proof of Non-Criminal record” and “Proof of Financial Capacity” within the application rounds, or if you need to consult regarding special circumstances, please contact [email protected] via email and explain your situation.

13. During the application process, you can click “Save” at any time, and all entered information will be retained. If you wish to continue editing, please access it via “My Application”.

Instructions on uploading documents in the application system

1. All uploaded documents must be color scanned copies of the originals (in PDF or JPG format). When uploading multiple documents for the same category, please merge them into a single file in chronological order before uploading.

2. All uploaded documents must be in Chinese or English. For documents in languages other than Chinese or English, a notarized translation must be provided.

3. Statement of Personal Financial Capacity or Financial Support is mandatory. The financial guarantor must be a natural person with full civil capacity, aged above 18 with stable source of income. The financial guarantor should truly and correctly fill in Statement of Financial Support for International Students, and provide the following documents: (1) Scanned copy of the guarantor’s own passport (non-Chinese citizen) or ID (Chinese citizen); (2) The guarantor’s own Bank Deposit Certificate (①The minimum amount should be 100,000 RMB or equivalent foreign currency; ② The Certificate should be original in Chinese or English. For documents in languages other than Chinese or English, a notarized translation must be provided).

4. The ID photo should be a recent, front-facing, hatless, color ID photograph with a white or blue background (please do not upload black-and-white photos, artistic photos, selfies, etc.).

5. In “Visa/Residence Permit” field, please upload the current valid visa or residence permit, or visa, residence permit, exit & entry records relevant to your stay in Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan region.

6. Please upload a color scanned copy of the original complete high school transcript up to the time of application.

7. If submitting the following test scores, the validity period is 2 years from the exam date: TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, PTE, HSK, SAT, AP, ACT, IBDP, IGCSE, O-level, A-Level, ATAR, NCEA, Abitur, Baccalauréat Général, Singapore Cambridge A-Level, SPM, STPM, UEC.