Application Overview
The admissions committee looks for outstanding merit in test scores, undergraduate academic performance, extracurricular activities, and (professional) internship experiences. We are looking for applicants from a variety of educational backgrounds, and we review each application holistically.
Students can opt to apply to either General Track or FinTech Track. Applicants from all major backgrounds are welcome to apply. Students must hold a Bachelor's degree before program enrollment.
General Track
Successful candidates are expected to possess a solid understanding of their major fields and a good command of finance knowledge. Some training in science, engineering, and math will be a plus. Applicants enjoy a wide range of interest in finance or financial services as their future career goals, such as IB, PE/VC, consulting, etc.
FinTech Track
Successful candidates should demonstrate substantial knowledge in math and statistics, a good command of programming language(s), and some knowledge of computer science. Candidates are likely to be more interested in working in a FinTech company or FinTech-related business after graduation.
How To Apply:
Please click on each tab to learn more about requirements and deadlines for the MF application.
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International Applicants
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Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan Applicants
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Mainland China Applicants
Step 1: Complete MF online application
Complete and submit an online application at the MF International Student Application Portal before the application deadline.
Step 2: Attend an Interview (Invitation Only)
Interviews are by invitation only. Receiving an invitation to interview indicates that your application has reached an advanced stage of consideration, but it does not guarantee admission. For candidates who are not able to attend on-site interviews, we will schedule online interviews.
Step 3: Complete Application on the SJTU Portal
All candidates admitted to the program must complete the application steps on the Shanghai Jiao Tong University portal: https://apply.sjtu.edu.cn. Applicants who wish to apply for governmental (CSC/SGS) and university-level (SJTU) scholarships through SJTU should meet the requirements and deadlines on Study@SJTU.
If you have any questions during the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us at mf.admissions@saif.sjtu.edu.cn.
Application Materials:
A completed online application form;
Current Resumes/CV;
Official university transcript;
Copy of graduation certificates (if graduated);
Two reference letters;
Essays;
A one-minute video;
Photocopy of the information page of your passport;
TOEFL or IELTS (view language requirements for waiver eligibility);
GRE or GMAT (recommended but not required);
Optional: HSK, CPA/CFA certifications;
School Code:
GRE code: 6QS‐S6‐21
GMAT code: 4481
Note: If your documents are not in English or Chinese, please have them translated into either English or Chinese by an authorized translation agency. Then upload both the translated and original documents onto the application system.
Application Deadlines:
The Admissions Committee gives every application the fullest possible review. Please allow up to 8 weeks after each application deadline to get your admissions decisions.
MF Program Deadlines
Fall 2025
Round 1: Dec 15, 2024 Also the deadline for 1st Round CSC/CGS application on the SJTU portal Round 2*: Feb 15, 2025 Also the deadline for 2nd (Last) Round CSC/CGS application on the SJTU portal Round 3: Mar 31, 2025 Also the deadline for SGS & SJTU Scholarship application on the SJTU portal Round 4: May 31, 2025 Deadline for regular application |
Note: Beijing Time
Read more about the Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan Applicants information, please check it here.
Read more about the Mainland China Applications information, please check it here.
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