Donghua University

Overview

Donghua University is a specialized engineering university in Shanghai with a national reputation in textile science, fashion design, and materials engineering. Founded in 1951, Donghua has evolved from its origins as the East China Textile Institute of Technology into a comprehensive research university. As a key university under Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative, Donghua is recognized as China's leading institution in textile science and has expanded into fashion, design, and new materials research, reflecting Shanghai's status as a global fashion and innovation hub.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	1951
Type	Public specialized university
QS World Ranking	Top 400-500 in Engineering
Campus Size	150 acres (61 hectares)
Location	Changning & Songjiang Districts, Shanghai
Programs	15 schools and departments
Students	~25,000
International Students	~3,000

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.dhu.edu.cn/en/
• Programs Available: Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, and Chinese language programs
• Language Requirements: HSK 4+ for Chinese-taught programs; IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ for English-taught programs
• Application Period: Typically October to March for fall intake
• Tuition: Varies by program; approximately RMB 18,000–30,000/year

Related Concepts

• Shanghai — China's financial hub and home to Donghua University
• CSC Scholarship — Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities