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Rank 9 · Asia-Pacific

Ulink College of Shanghai

上海領科教育學校

Shanghai, China

86.14

Standardised Score

67.33

Composite Score

Top 10

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

Applications95%

Relative cohort size

Offer / Application14%

Share of applicants who received an offer

Enrolment / Application38%

Share of applicants who matriculated

Composite Score67%

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

Ulink College Of Shanghai Ulink College of Shanghai (Shanghai, China) ranks 9th in the AsiaPacific region for Oxford and Cambridge University admissions statistics. The school's application numbers, acceptance numbers, and successful enrollment figures all rank in the top 5% in Asia-Pacific. The acceptanceto-application ratio is 14%, the enrollment-to-application ratio is 38%, and the enrollment-to- acceptance ratio is 66%. The comprehensive score is 67.33, with a standardized score of 86.14. Ulink College of Shanghai (formerly Cambridge International Centre of Shanghai Normal University) is a leading international curriculum school established in 2005. It became independent in 2014 after initially cooperating with Shanghai Normal University. Founded by Liang Xun'an with Cambridge International Examinations, the school provides Chinese students pathways to top global universities. It offers multiple curricula including IGCSE, A Level, IB, and AP, with campuses in Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Suzhou, and Wuhan. Thousands of graduates have advanced to world-class universities. The college demonstrates academic excellence with graduates receiving numerous offers from prestigious universities annually. Most students successfully enter top institutions in the UK, USA, Canada, and elsewhere. For UK destinations, many receive conditional offers from elite universities, with multiple students entering Oxford and Cambridge over the years. A significant proportion of students choosing US destinations are admitted to top-ranked institutions. Students excel in international competitions, particularly in mathematics and economics, providing strong support for applications to first-class universities and demonstrating the school's ability to cultivate academic excellence. The school emphasizes campus culture with the motto "Be a humble gentleman, as warm and smooth as jade," reflecting expectations for student character and the importance of moral and academic excellence. Its educational mission cultivates talents with scientific spirit, humanistic qualities, and physical fitness. The school hosts activities like the "Chinese Cultural Festival," where students participate in poetry recitation, musical performances, and calligraphy exhibitions, promoting traditional culture and enhancing cultural identity. Ulink College provides comfortable 4-person dormitories with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies, plus common areas for rest and study. First-year students have limited mobile phone access (2 hours daily), while later years manage their own usage to develop self-discipline. The cafeteria offers diverse Chinese and Western options, including set meals, rice dishes, and fresh noodles. Students enjoy ample free time and access to over 80 clubs, including Model United Nations and sports. Weekend shuttle services facilitate trips to the city center. The faculty includes over a hundred staff from dozens of countries, with most teachers holding advanced degrees from prestigious universities and averaging over 10 years of teaching experience. Modern campus facilities include gymnasiums, laboratories, and libraries that support comprehensive development. The school's relatively relaxed management approach respects individualized development, advocating self-directed learning and self-management, making it ideal for motivated students with clear academic goals.

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