Donghua University International Students

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International admissions file

Donghua University is a textile, fashion and engineering university university in Shanghai. For international students, its strongest decision points are fashion design, textile science, materials, engineering, business, admission competitiveness, scholarship fit and the daily-life cost of Shanghai.

Admission levels

Chinese language / non-degree studyBachelor's programsMaster's programsDoctoral programsVisiting or exchange study where offered

Counselor note

SilkStudy should verify the latest annual prospectus before advising a student, then compare scholarship coverage, language route, city cost and realistic admission probability.

English-taught and international programs

Fashion, textile engineering, materials and selected business programs

Common application materials

Valid passport information page
Highest diploma or expected graduation certificate
Full academic transcripts
Language proficiency proof, such as HSK, IELTS or TOEFL when required
Physical examination form and no-criminal-record certificate
Study plan, personal statement, CV and recommendation letters where required

Language and academic requirements

Chinese-taught programs usually require HSK, with level varying by degree, major and school.
English-taught programs usually require IELTS, TOEFL or proof of prior English-medium education.
Graduate applicants often need recommendation letters, study plan or research proposal; elite programs may add interview or department review.

Application timeline

Most autumn-intake applications open between October and March, with final deadlines often between March and June.
Scholarship tracks normally close earlier than self-funded applications.
Admission, JW form, visa, insurance, dormitory and registration steps should be planned backward from September enrollment.

Cost snapshot

application: Application fee varies by annual notice, commonly around CNY 400-800.
tuition: Tuition varies by degree level, major and language route; confirm from the current annual guide.
accommodation: Dormitory availability and room fees vary by campus and room type; confirm before accepting admission.
insurance: International students normally need approved medical insurance, often around CNY 800/year.
livingCost: Reference living cost: about CNY 3,500-6,000/month; rent varies sharply between central districts and university towns.

Scholarship routes

Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), where the university is an eligible host or pathway

Student-life highlights

Shanghai is strong for students seeking finance, medicine, design, engineering, trade and multinational-company exposure.

Metro, airports, museums, live music, the Bund and Yangtze River Delta trips make daily life convenient and international.

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Donghua University

School information

Data confidence

Official application guide

2026 Application Guide for Bachelor's Degree Program, Donghua University

International admissions file

English-taught and international programs

Common application materials

Language and academic requirements

Application timeline

Cost snapshot

Scholarship routes

Majors and degree programs

Campus photos and video

Tuition and living cost

Living, travel, and careers around campus

Nearby housing and daily life

Food and daily rhythm

Tourism and weekends

Internships and careers

Transport and safety

Why students choose this destination

$850-1,300/month

Finance / Design

Engineering / Business

Finance / Design / Global city

City and destination context

Scholarship programs

Chinese Government Scholarship

University Scholarship

Application requirements

Student reviews