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Host University for Shanghai, China

View of entrance to Shanghai Normal University in Shanghai, China.

Founded in 1954, Shanghai Normal University (SHNU) is a prestigious, comprehensive university in the Province of Shanghai, China. It began as a teacher’s training college and has since expanded to award degrees up to the doctorate level.

More than 40,000 students are enrolled in 91 unique undergraduate specialties across 11 disciplines. It is one of three major institutions in the region and is composed of 19 separate schools across two campuses. USAC will collaborate with the SHNU School of Finance and Business (SFB) on the Xuhui Campus.

For coursework and studies, SHNU features an extensive library, study spaces, and a student career center. There is a soccer field, swimming pool, and gym for recreational use, as well as a concert hall for music- and theater-lovers. Students also have access to several cafeterias and a school convenience store for meals, snacks, and more.