As of April 10, 2025, the sixth graduating cohort of YWIES Shanghai Lingang has achieved remarkable success in this year's university application season, with a 100% overseas acceptance rate. Our students have received offers from prestigious institutions across the globe, including the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, Hong Kong (China), Ireland, and more.

Notably, our students have excelled in this year's intensely competitive applications to elite UK and US institutions. Particularly impressive are the outcomes: 22% secured offers from QS World University Top10 ranked universities, while 72% gained admission to Top40 institutions—a compelling testament to YWIES Shanghai Lingang students' global competitiveness.

Outstanding Admissions Achievements

Class of 2025

100% overseas university acceptance rate

Average 4+ offers per student

34% of students awarded scholarships

Total scholarships: ¥2.49 million

Comprehensive University

22% admitted to QS Top 10

39% admitted to QS Top 20 

50% admitted to QS Top 30 

72% admitted to QS Top 40 

*According to 2025 QS Ranking

Arts University

50% admitted to QS Top 3 Art institutions

*According to 2025 QS Art-Design Ranking

Offer Region

54% from United Kingdom

26% from United States

10% from Canada

7% from Australia

3% from Hong Kong (SAR OF CHINA) , Ireland & other regions

Academic Diversity

Our students have demonstrated exceptional diversity in their academic pursuits, with applications spanning over 50 distinct fields across five core domains: Arts & Design, Engineering & Technology, Biomedical Sciences, Business & Management, and Humanities & Social Sciences.

In the arts, vibrant applications flourished across creative disciplines such as Illustration, Visual Arts, Fashion Marketing & Communication, Film, Composition, Stage Management, Art Direction & Visual Effects, Digital Media, and Industrial Design.

The Engineering and Technology sector proved equally popular, with strong interest in Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, and related specializations.

Biomedical fields revealed our students' scientific curiosity, with strong representation in Biomedical Sciences, Bioentrepreneurship, and Biological Sciences.

Business and Management applications featured high-demand programs like Economics, Finance, Business Economics & Marketing, International Economics, and Business Administration.

Humanities and Social Sciences saw focused pursuits in Psychology, Psychology & Health Studies, and Criminology.

Standout Majors of Class 2025

01Co-op Program

This year, two of our students have been successfully admitted to the competitive Co-op Program at the University of Toronto, one of the world's leading institutions. Their accepted majors include Physical and Environmental Sciences, Electrical Engineering in the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, and Psychology and Health Studies.

The University of Toronto's Co-op Program combines academic rigor with professional experience, allowing undergraduates to gain valuable industry exposure while earning both academic credits and a competitive salary. This achievement reflects our students' outstanding qualifications and the strength of our academic.

02BFA Film&Media Art Production

This year, one of our students has been admitted to the BFA Film at the School of Visual Arts, as well as the Media Art Production at Emerson College—one of Emerson’s flagship programs, which focuses on cultivating production skills in film, television, directing, and digital media.

This achievement reflects our students’deep passion and outstanding potential in professional fields such as filmmaking, directing, and editing, showcasing their strong commitment to exploring creative careers.

03 Breakthrough in Music

Berklee College of Music, Ranked #2 Globally, Offers Admission to our Student in Major Music.

Meanwhile, interest in music production careers is rising, with more applicants pursuing majors like composition and stage management—highlighting a growing passion for behind-the-scenes roles in the industry.

04 Criminology

This year, our students have secured admissions in Criminology. This rigorous discipline places strong emphasis on candidates' mastery of sociological and psychological theories, while demanding keen social observation skills and advanced logical reasoning abilities. Graduates typically pursue careers in judicial systems, policy research, and related fields.

These accomplishments demonstrate our students' deep engagement with legal studies and their commitment to scholarly inquiry! Such diverse academic choices reflect both their intellectual breadth and dedication to personal growth.

YWIES Shanghai Lingang's Class of 2025 has earned recognition from universities across the globe through their robust academic preparation, multifaceted skill sets, and international outlook. As the application season unfolds, we look forward to sharing more good news!