Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), founded in 1896, is one of China's most prestigious and historic institutions. It is a state-funded public university, a member of the elite C9 League, and a participant in the "Double First-Class" initiative. SJTU is a world-class research hub across engineering, management, medicine, humanities, and sciences. Its core strengths include Naval Architecture/Shipbuilding, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. International students have access to many programs taught in English (mainly at the postgraduate level) alongside its large Chinese-taught offerings. The university features several modern and beautiful campuses, conveniently located close to the heart of Shanghai. SJTU is dedicated to fostering technological innovation and world-leading academic research.