Meeting Point:
Minhang Campus: Main Gate (800 Dongchuan Road)
Xuhui Campus: Entrance of Old Library (1954 Huashan Road)
Tour Hours:
Morning Session (Minhang): 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Afternoon Session (Xuhui): 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Inclusions:
✓ Two 2-hour student-led walking tours (covering Minhang’s science & tech centers and Xuhui’s historical landmarks)
✓ 0.5-hour Interactive Q&A with current SJTU students
✓ Chartered car pick-up and drop-off can be made for double campuses
Post-Tour Freedom:
After the tour, enjoy a self-guided visit to the campus museums, walk along the academic boulevard in Minhang, or explore the French Concession adjacent to the Xuhui Campus.
Tour Overview：
Founded in 1896, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is one of the oldest and most prestigious research universities in China, renowned for its leadership in engineering, business, medicine, and interdisciplinary innovation. With two distinct campuses—Xuhui, a cradle of Chinese modern education, and Minhang, a flagship for future-oriented research—SJTU bridges history and transformation.
Start your day in the Minhang Campus, a modern 200-hectare academic town located in southwest Shanghai. Tour the Chen Ruiqiu Building, School of Mechanical Engineering, and AI Research Center, where breakthroughs in robotics, smart manufacturing, and data science are taking shape. Walk through the University Library, School of Design, and the Zizhu Lake Park, where students balance rigorous study with vibrant community life.
In the afternoon, transition to the Xuhui Campus, nestled in the heart of downtown Shanghai. Here, you’ll encounter the university’s deep historical roots: visit the Old Library, Lecture Hall No. 1, and Patriotic Garden, home to busts of scientific giants like Qian Xuesen. Walk past ivy-covered facades and century-old banyan trees that have witnessed SJTU’s evolution through China’s modern history.
Throughout the tour, your student guide will share insights into life at SJTU: navigating rigorous academics, taking part in global exchange, and engaging in vibrant student traditions—from the annual Freshman Lake Run in Minhang to the Centennial Campus Festival in Xuhui.
Whether you’re passionate about science and technology, intrigued by modern Chinese history, or considering a future at a global top-tier university, this tour provides a dynamic and personal glimpse into SJTU—where “Gratitude and Responsibility, Aspiration and Action” aren’t just words, but a way of life.
