NYU Shanghai

New York University Shanghai (NYU Shanghai) is a full-time undergraduate institution located in the Pudong New Area of Shanghai, China. It is a collaborative venture between New York University (USA) and East China Normal University (China), approved by the Chinese Ministry of Education and a member of the Sino-Foreign Cooperative University Alliance.

Approved in 2011, officially established in 2012, it welcomed its first cohort in 2013, opened its campus in 2014, and moved to a new site in Pudong in spring 2023. As an integral part of NYU's global network, NYU Shanghai offers a fully English-taught curriculum with students from over 70 countries and a student-to-faculty ratio of about 8:1, creating a highly international academic community.

NYU Shanghai's flagship programs include Finance, Data Science, Interactive Media Arts, and Neuroscience, all aligned with NYU's New York campus curriculum. NYU ranks 38th globally in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, and NYU Shanghai shares its academic reputation and resources.

Graduates receive an NYU degree, recognized worldwide. The university collaborates with NYU Stern School of Business and Tandon School of Engineering to offer master's and doctoral programs in business, engineering, and sciences.

NYU Shanghai comprises three academic divisions: Arts and Sciences, Business, and Engineering and Computer Science, offering 12 undergraduate majors (19 concentrations), 7 master's programs, and 11 doctoral programs. Courses are taught jointly by NYU and ECNU faculty, with about 60% international professors.

Features include small class sizes (average 15 students), interdisciplinary courses (e.g., Global China Studies), and abundant study-abroad opportunities at NYU's 14 global sites (New York, Abu Dhabi, London, etc.) for a semester or year.

Located in the Qiantan International Business Zone of Pudong, NYU Shanghai's modern vertical campus covers 11,661 square meters, featuring smart classrooms, labs, a library, art studios, and performance spaces. Student residences nearby offer single and double rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and shared kitchens.

Facilities include a gym, café, and student activity center. The campus is well-connected by Metro Lines 6 and 8, about 30 minutes from Pudong International Airport. Students enjoy Shanghai's vibrant urban life with diverse dining, shopping, and cultural options.