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Empowering Innovation and Industry Integration: Shanghai College of Science and Technology, a Leading Higher Vocational Institution Driving Creativity and Real-World Impact.
300+
Full-time faculty members
300+
Part-time instructors & industry mentors
10+
International education programs
200+
Industry-education enterprise partners
Applying to SCST
At SCST, innovation meets opportunity. Gain hands-on experience, industry-driven skills, and a global perspective. Ready to step on a new journey?
How to Apply
National Unified Admission
Admissions to SCST for current high school graduates based on the National College Entrance Examination (NCEE) follow the national and provincial regulations, including the following policies:
1. Score-Based File Submission
Provincial admissions offices submit applications to SCST based on local enrollment plans and a predetermined submission ratio. Applicants are ranked from highest to lowest total scores (including any officially recognized bonus points). SCST determines the submission ratio according to each province’s applicant pool. In general, the ratio does not exceed 120% for sequential preference systems and 105% for parallel preference systems.
2. No Score Gaps Between Majors
SCST does not apply score differentials between majors. Once applicants are submitted to SCST, they are admitted based on total score priority and their major preferences, ranked from highest to lowest scores.
3. Bonus Points Policy
SCST recognizes bonus points granted by the Ministry of Education and provincial admissions offices. Typically, only the highest single bonus item is recognized, up to a maximum of 20 points. These points are added to the total score for major assignment purposes.
4. Major Adjustment Policy
Applicants who meet SCST’s minimum admission score but do not qualify for any of their listed major preferences may be randomly placed into majors with unfilled quotas—only if they agree to accept adjustments. Those who do not agree to adjustments will be rejected.
5. Tie-Breaking Rules
In the event of tied scores, subject scores are compared based on the following order:
- Liberal Arts: Chinese → Foreign Language → Math
- Science: Math → Foreign Language → Chinese
- Reformed Curriculum Provinces (e.g., “3+1+2”): Chinese → Math → Foreign Language
6. Supplemental Admissions (First Round Inadequacy)
If first-round applicants are insufficient, SCST may accept applications from non-first-choice candidates:<br>For parallel preference batches, additional files may be submitted up to 100% of the remaining quota.
For non-parallel batches, additional candidates may be submitted up to 120% of the remaining quota.
If enrollment is still insufficient, SCST may redistribute remaining seats to other provinces with stronger applicant pools.
7. Special Regulations for Reform Provinces
For provinces undergoing high exam reforms, SCST adheres to local provincial admissions office regulations.
8. Art Program Admissions
Applicants for art programs must pass the provincial unified art examination in fine arts/design. If their cultural exam score meets the provincial minimum threshold, they are ranked by total score (cultural + art test), then admitted by score priority and preference order. Tied scores are resolved per local rules.
Shanghai Independent Admission
For current high school graduates.
Application to SCST follows the China and Shanghai Higher Vocational College Admissions Regulations. Basic application requirements include the following materials:
- An initial college application preference
- General High School Academic Proficiency Qualification Examination Results
- Career Adaptability Assessment
- Art Sketch Score (For Art Applicants)
Supplementary admission applicants to our school will be selected based on the total admission score, calculated as follows: converted General High School Academic Proficiency Exam results plus the school test score (recognizing the first school-organized art test score). Admission will be granted from highest to lowest scores. In case of identical total scores, the school test score will be compared, with the comprehensive quality evaluation also considered for final selection.
For students from secondary vocational schools.
Application requirements include the following materials:
- An initial college application preference
- Transcript of secondary vocational school students in Chinese, Mathematics, and English.
- Vocational Skills Test (also known as the Quality Skills Test)
- Art Sketch Score (For Art Applicants)
Admission to SCST is based on a score priority system. For general programs, admission is determined by total scores from academic proficiency exams and vocational skills tests. For art programs, candidates must score at least 60 in sketching, with total scores from academic exams and sketching used for selection. In both cases, if scores are tied, vocational skills or academic subject scores and comprehensive quality evaluations are considered.
For students without complete academic proficiency exam scores and all other qualified applicants
Application requirements include the following materials:
- An initial college application preference
- Unified entrance exam
- Vocational Skills Test (also known as the Quality Skills Test)
Admission to SCST is based on a score priority system. For general programs, admission is determined by total scores from academic proficiency exams and vocational skills tests. For art programs, candidates must score at least 60 in sketching, with total scores from academic exams and sketching used for selection. In both cases, if scores are tied, vocational skills or academic subject scores and comprehensive quality evaluations are considered.
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- 021-69990068 | 021-69991026
- 280 Jinsha Rd, Jiading District, Shanghai, PR. China, 201800
- 820571982
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Tuition & Financial Aid
Shanghai College of Science and Technical strictly follows all national and Shanghai municipal policies regarding student financial aid. Admitted students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds may apply for enrollment through the “Green Channel”, allowing them to register without immediate payment. After enrollment, eligible students may apply for a variety of financial aid programs, including:
-National Scholarship
-National Encouragement Scholarship
-Shanghai Municipal Scholarship
-National Grants
-National Student Loans
-On-campus Work-Study Opportunities
-Emergency Financial Assistance
-Tuition Reduction or Waiver
In addition, SCST offers institutional awards and scholarships, including First-, Second-, and Third-Class Academic Scholarships, SCST Need-Based Grants, and Zhida Need-Based Scholarships.
We are committed to ensuring that no student admitted to SCST is forced to withdraw due to financial hardship.
Career Development
Shanghai College of Science and Technology ensures strong career development through industry partnerships, hands-on training, and a 98%+ graduate employment rate. Collaborating with 200+ major enterprises like Tencent, Baidu, and Bosch, the college offers specialized training in AI, intelligent manufacturing, and new energy vehicles. With national and municipal-level programs and modern apprenticeship models, students gain real-world skills and industry certifications, preparing them for high-tech and emerging industries.
