East China · Shanghai
Shanghai
Overview
Shanghai is China largest city and its financial and commercial capital, with a famous riverside skyline and the most international atmosphere in the country. It is home to world-ranked universities such as Fudan and Shanghai Jiao Tong and offers outstanding facilities and global connections.
Living in the city
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Climate
Humid subtropical: hot, humid summers (often 32-38 degrees C, July-August) and cool, damp winters around 4-8 degrees C, with a wet season in early summer.
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Cost of living
The most expensive city in this list: roughly RMB 3,000-6,500 per month for a student, though canteen meals and metro travel remain cheap.
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Safety
China has very low rates of violent and street crime, and campuses are gated with 24-hour security, so most students feel safe walking and using transport at night. Normal precautions against petty theft and online scams still apply.
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Transport
Shanghai has the world longest metro network with full English signage, plus buses, taxis, ride-hailing, shared bikes and a maglev to the airport. Two international airports and high-speed rail connect the country. Alipay and WeChat Pay are universal.
For Bangladeshi students
The things that matter most from home.
Halal food
Most large universities have a halal (qingzhen) window or canteen, and halal Lanzhou beef-noodle shops run by Hui or Uyghur families are found in almost every neighbourhood. Shanghai has many halal restaurants and several mosques across the city.
Mosques
The Yuan-dynasty Songjiang Mosque is the oldest in Shanghai, and the central Xiaotaoyuan (Fuyou Road) Mosque is the main city mosque, with others including Huxi Mosque.
Bangladeshi community
China hosts a large and growing number of Bangladeshi students, especially in medical (MBBS) and engineering programmes. The university international office, a Muslim Students Association and, on many campuses, a Bangladeshi or South-Asian student group help newcomers settle in. Shanghai has one of the largest and most diverse international-student populations in China.
Accommodation
On-campus international dorms run about RMB 1,200-2,500 per month; shared off-campus flats near campus are roughly RMB 2,500-4,500. Demand is high, so apply for housing early.
Universities in Shanghai
Frequently asked questions
Which universities can I study at in Shanghai?
Universities in Shanghai include FUDAN UNIVERSITY, Shanghai Business School, Shanghai Lixin University of Accounting and Finance, SHANGHAI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY, Shanghai University, Shanghai University Of Electric Power, Shanghai University of Engineering Science. We can help you choose the right one for your goals.
How much does it cost to live in Shanghai as a student?
The most expensive city in this list: roughly RMB 3,000-6,500 per month for a student, though canteen meals and metro travel remain cheap.
Is halal food available in Shanghai?
Most large universities have a halal (qingzhen) window or canteen, and halal Lanzhou beef-noodle shops run by Hui or Uyghur families are found in almost every neighbourhood. Shanghai has many halal restaurants and several mosques across the city.
Are there mosques in Shanghai?
The Yuan-dynasty Songjiang Mosque is the oldest in Shanghai, and the central Xiaotaoyuan (Fuyou Road) Mosque is the main city mosque, with others including Huxi Mosque.
Is Shanghai safe for international students?
China has very low rates of violent and street crime, and campuses are gated with 24-hour security, so most students feel safe walking and using transport at night. Normal precautions against petty theft and online scams still apply.
What is the weather and climate like in Shanghai?
Humid subtropical: hot, humid summers (often 32-38 degrees C, July-August) and cool, damp winters around 4-8 degrees C, with a wet season in early summer.
How do students get around in Shanghai?
Shanghai has the world longest metro network with full English signage, plus buses, taxis, ride-hailing, shared bikes and a maglev to the airport. Two international airports and high-speed rail connect the country. Alipay and WeChat Pay are universal.
Is there a Bangladeshi community in Shanghai?
China hosts a large and growing number of Bangladeshi students, especially in medical (MBBS) and engineering programmes. The university international office, a Muslim Students Association and, on many campuses, a Bangladeshi or South-Asian student group help newcomers settle in. Shanghai has one of the largest and most diverse international-student populations in China.
What accommodation options are there in Shanghai?
On-campus international dorms run about RMB 1,200-2,500 per month; shared off-campus flats near campus are roughly RMB 2,500-4,500. Demand is high, so apply for housing early.
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Quick facts
ProvinceShanghai
RegionEast China
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