The university enrolls more than 4,000 undergraduate and 3,000 graduate students. The university is located east of the Huangpu River and north of the center of Shanghai, just over the Suzhou Creek. The Fudan University campus is large and comprised of many buildings that one would find on any university campus including a large library, classroom and administrative buildings, dormitories, extensive playing fields, and various small shops and restaurants. Most of the international students study at the university's International Cultural Exchange School which is about a five-minute walk from the main campus. This complex includes newly renovated dormitories, a cafeteria, a small shop, a student lounge, and classroom and office space.
Students are free to use the facilities on the main campus as well.
The Academic Program Established in fall 1998, this program is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of China as it emerges to take a leading role in the global economy. Students are introduced to the language, culture, history, and politics which shape and mold the economic development of the nation. Courses include language, Chinese history and society, politics and economic development, and international relations. While there is no language prerequisite, all students are required to study Mandarin Chinese which is offered at the beginning and intermediate levels for program students only. Class sizes range from 7 - 10 students.