Tongji University for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Foundation Year required via Chinese Language Foundation Year (1 year, university-run) (¥14,000/year). KCSE accepted as O-level equivalent. Architecture and urban planning undergraduate programs are world-class. Tongji is located in Shanghai with access to one of Asia's most dynamic built environments.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: ¥20,000–¥28,000. Application deadline: March–May (annual intake).
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3/4. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required. Architecture, urban planning, and civil engineering are Tongji's strongest programs. Kenyan students interested in urban infrastructure and housing development are particularly well-served here. Belt and Road Scholarship available.
English Language
IELTS: 6+ overall. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: ¥30,000–¥40,000. Application deadline: October–January for September intake. Decision time: 4–10 weeks.
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
by Chinese Government (MOE) · Undergraduate, Masters, Phd
Learn more →Belt and Road / Silk Road Scholarship
by Chinese Government · Masters, Phd
Learn more →Tongji University Scholarship for International Students
by Tongji University · Masters, Phd
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tongji University accept KCSE for Kenyan students?
Yes, KCSE is recognised for undergraduate foundation program admission. For Masters in architecture or civil engineering, your Kenyan bachelor's degree qualifies for direct entry. Tongji has a large African student community and experience with East African applications.
What GPA is needed for Masters at Tongji University?
Tongji requires a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0. Architecture and urban planning applicants should present a strong portfolio alongside academic transcripts. Engineering programs value relevant work or internship experience.
Are there scholarships for Kenyan students at Tongji?
Yes. The CSC scholarship is the main route covering full tuition plus ¥3,000/month — apply through the Chinese Embassy in Nairobi. The Belt and Road Scholarship and Tongji University Scholarship are additional options. Kenya's Belt and Road infrastructure projects make Tongji civil engineering degrees highly relevant.
Tips for Applying to Tongji
Tongji University is the premier destination in China for African students in architecture, urban planning, and civil engineering. For Kenyan students, the connection between Tongji's programs and Kenya's ongoing infrastructure development agenda — including Chinese-funded roads, railways, and urban projects — makes a Tongji degree particularly strategic. The Belt and Road Scholarship targets Kenyan applicants specifically.
Official source: Tongji University ↗Cost of Living in Shanghai
On-campus rooms available from ¥2,000/month. Tongji is in Yangpu district, well-connected by metro.
University canteen meals from ¥10–30. Affordable options near campus.
Shanghai metro is extensive and connects Tongji campus easily.