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China, Shanghai
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1. Program overview and eligibility
Shanghai Weiyu High School offers internationally oriented study pathways, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), Cambridge A-Levels, and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Teaching is delivered in both Chinese and English to support bilingual learning. The high school campus is located in Xuhui District, and boarding accommodation is available. The school has a dedicated College Guidance Counsellor team that supports students and families with programme selection and university planning.
2. Information sessions and campus visits
Prospective families are encouraged to attend campus information sessions and open days. These events provide opportunities to tour the campus, learn about academic pathways, and speak directly with teachers and counsellors. Details of upcoming events are shared through the school’s official communication channels.
3. Application submission
Admissions follow the citywide high-school enrollment framework. Families submit applications through the centralized enrollment system, and placements are allocated according to established procedures. When applications exceed available places, allocation is determined through a computer-based process.
4. Admission decision and notification
Following allocation and verification, the school issues formal admission notifications. Results are recorded in the central system, and families receive follow-up communication from the school.
5. Enrollment and fee payment
Tuition fees are regulated, with a capped amount per semester. The school participates in a government seat-purchasing scheme, which reduces the portion paid directly by families. Boarding is available for admitted students.
6. Start of term and orientation
New students receive admission letters before the start of term. Orientation activities, along with access to dormitory and dining facilities, are arranged as part of the enrollment process.
7. College guidance and further inquiries
College Guidance Counsellors are available to answer questions about programmes, admissions pathways, and future university options.
The school does not publicly disclose information on a waitlist.
The school does not publicly disclose information on scholarships.
Shanghai Weiyu High School is a public secondary school in Xuhui District, Shanghai, located at 1 Weiyu Road. Founded in 1943, the school has a long history and is part of the Weiyu Education Group, which also includes several affiliated primary and middle schools. Weiyu operates as a boarding school, with on-campus accommodation for students. For families considering an international pathway, the school is authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Weiyu received IB authorisation in 2011 and teaches the programme primarily in English (International Baccalaureate Organisation). Students can choose subjects such as Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, Economics, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Chinese A Literature, and German ab. IB students sit external examinations each May, allowing graduates to apply directly to universities outside China.
