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Rank 64 · Asia-Pacific

Shanghai American School - Pudong

上海美國學校浦東校區

Shanghai, China

55.86

Standardised Score

43.67

Composite Score

Top 100

Tier

The composite score blends cohort volume with conversion rates. Schools with smaller applicant pools may score lower despite strong per-applicant performance.

Score Breakdown

Applications12%

Relative cohort size

Offer / Application77%

Share of applicants who received an offer

Enrolment / Application86%

Share of applicants who matriculated

Composite Score44%

Volume and conversion combined

Aggregated across the 2019–2023 admission cycles. Schools with fewer than three offers in a given year are excluded from that year's figures to preserve statistical reliability.

School Profile

Shanghai American School Pudong Shanghai American School - Pudong (Shanghai, China) ranks 64th in the Asia-Pacific region for Oxford and Cambridge University admissions statistics. The school has an application-to- enrollment ratio of 86% and an admission-to-enrollment ratio of 72%. Its comprehensive score is 43.67, with a standardized score of 55.86. Shanghai American School (SAS) is a non-profit, independently operated international school established in 1912, with over a century of history. The school currently has two campuses in Shanghai, located in Pudong and Puxi, providing education from kindergarten to grade 12 for more than 2,900 students from over 40 countries. The school's faculty comes from numerous countries, with the vast majority of teachers holding master's or doctoral degrees and most possessing extensive teaching experience. With its outstanding educational standards and multicultural atmosphere, the school is recognized as one of Shanghai's top international schools. The Pudong campus is located in Shanghai's Lingang community, covering 22 acres; the Puxi campus is in Huacao Town in the Minhang District, spanning 29 acres. Both campuses are equipped with advanced educational facilities, including swimming pools, performing arts centers, four black box theaters, nine design laboratories, gymnasiums, Olympic-standard tracks and fields, providing students with a comprehensive learning and athletic environment. The school offers diverse academic programs, including the Innovation Institute and Microcampus. The Innovation Institute is a two-year interdisciplinary project focused on project-based learning; Microcampus allows students to immerse themselves in small villages in China's Yunnan Province for a month- long immersive learning experience. These programs have been recognized by the international education organization HundrED as among the 100 most innovative educational projects globally. The school offers International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses in high school, allowing students to choose either or combine both programs to customize their academic path. Additionally, the school has a professional college counseling team that helps students create application materials and prepare thoroughly for future campus life. Shanghai American School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Council of International Schools (CIS), and is a member of various international education organizations, such as the Association of China and Mongolia International Schools (ACAMIS), the East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS), and the Principals' Training Center (PTC). These accreditations and partnerships further solidify the school's reputation in the field of international education. SAS was ranked first in Shanghai in the Forbes China International School Rankings, further consolidating its leadership position in international education. Whether in academics or campus life, SAS is committed to providing comprehensive support for students, helping them become future global citizens and innovative leaders. Shanghai American School, with its excellent educational quality, diverse curriculum, and rich historical heritage, has become the first choice for many international families. From its century-long legacy to its forward-looking innovation, SAS continues to write a brilliant chapter in education.

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