In January 2021, the School of Psychology at Shenzhen University officially signed an agreement with Springfield College in the United States to lunch the "2+2" undergraduate dual degree program. The program is now open for enrollment to all second-year students at Shenzhen University.
Springfield College:
Founded in 1885, Springfield College is globally renowned for training specialized talent in sports and is one of the top ten sports colleges in the world. It is also known as the birthplace of basketball and volleyball. One of the pioneers of basketball in China, Mr. Mou Zuoyun, is an alumnus of Springfield College (the CBA league's national championship trophy is named the "Mou Zuoyun Cup").
With extensive experience in cultivating practical talents in sports and physical health, Springfield College has recently focused on training professionals in the field of psychological counseling. It offers specialized programs such as sports psychology counseling and health psychology counseling. In 2017, the college received accreditation from the American Psychological Association (APA) for its Doctor of Psychology in Counseling (Psy.D.) program, one of only nine such programs in the United States (for more details, visit http://apa.org/ed/accreditation/programs).
The college's approach to training psychology students emphasizes the practical application of psychological knowledge in areas such as sports, education, work, and rehabilitation.
Springfield College Campus Highlights:
Yao Ming Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and Visits Springfield College Museum (Birthplace of Basketball)
Project Advantages:
● Focus on Contemporary Needs, Cultivating Counseling Expertise: The program emphasizes the application of psychological counseling knowledge, with a focus on self-help and helping others, serving society.
● Domestic and International Dual Degrees, Enhancing Global Perspective: Students complete the program in four years, earning dual bachelor's degrees from both Shenzhen University and Springfield College. Students can apply for U.S. graduate programs on equal terms with local American students. Upon returning to China, they can participate in civil servant exams and enjoy the benefits for overseas returnees.
● Small Class Teaching, Ensuring Quality of Education: Each class is limited to no more than 20 students, with dedicated academic advisors to address student's individual needs and learning differences.
● Generous Scholarships and Financial Aid, Ensuring Student Rights: The program offers a multi-level scholarship and financial aid system, with opportunities to receive up to $32,750 in scholarships annually (refer to the "Fees and Scholarships" section for more details).
Project Introduction ：
Project Duration |
2 years |
Available Slots |
8 |
Project Certificate |
Bachelor of Science from Shenzhen University + Bachelor of Science from Springfield College |
Application Requirements |
1.Second-year Psychology or Double Major students from the Faculty of Education at Shenzhen University (Non-Psychology students should consult the project contact). 2.Minimum GPA of 2.8 (calculated according to Springfield College’s 4-point system). 3.No unresolved disciplinary actions at Shenzhen University. 4.All required public core courses completed. 5.Language Requirements: TOEFL 69 (iBT) / IELTS 6.0 / Duolingo 100 (For students with excellent GPA, English proficiency may be flexibly considered). |
Application Period |
March 26 - April 25 |
Application Location |
Shenzhen University, Canghai Campus, Zhili Building, L3-1306 |
Application Documents |
1.Shenzhen University’s official transcript (in both Chinese and English, printed from the Academic Affairs Office). 2.TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo test score report (submit a copy, original must be verified). 3.Springfield College Transfer Application Form (Attachment 1). 4.Academic Evaluation Form (Attachment 2) / Professor's Recommendation Letter (Associate Professor or above). 5.Personal Essay (Attachment 3). 6.Copy of Passport. |
Admission Criteria |
Among students who meet the eligibility requirements, the admission ratio will first be determined based on the number of students who submit TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo scores. Then, admission will be based on a combined ranking of English scores and GPA within the TOEFL/IELTS group, with applicants admitted in order of rank. |
Contact Person |
Mr. Jiang Phone: 0755-26533974 / 15112598739 |
Course and Credit Transfer:
The general education courses (i.e., public required courses, totaling 40 credits) completed by Shenzhen University students in the first two years can be fully transferred as general education credits to Springfield College. In addition, 33 credits from the core courses (i.e., required professional courses) in the major can be transferred as professional course credits to Springfield. After admission, students will need to complete 48 credits of psychology major courses at Springfield College during their two years of study. In total, students are required to complete 121 credits. Upon completing the credits and obtaining the Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Springfield College, students will return to Shenzhen University for degree verification and subsequently receive a Bachelor of Science degree from Shenzhen University.
For detailed information on Springfield College's psychology major courses and credits, please refer to Attachment 4.
Fees and Scholarships:
Total Estimated Cost
Estimated Annual Costs |
Tuition Fee (2021-2022) |
$39,930 per year |
Dormitory Fee |
$7,250 per year |
Meal Plan |
$7,250 per year |
Health Insurance (Mandatory) |
$2,700 per year (estimated) |
Miscellaneous Fees |
$300 per year |
Textbook Fees |
$500 per year (estimated) |
$57,930 per year |
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Scholarships (Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated using Springfield College's 4.0 scale) |
Board of Directors Scholarship |
$24,000 per year (Average GPA of 3.5 and above) |
President's Scholarship |
$20,000 per year (Average GPA of 3.2 - 3.49) |
Dean's Scholarship |
$18,000 per year (Average GPA of 3.0 - 3.19) |
Department Chair Scholarship |
$12,000 per year (Average GPA below 3.0 but admitted to the program) |
Financial Aid (Available to all admitted students) |
Students can apply for $7,250 per year in housing fee financial aid |
Students can apply for up to $1,500 per year in travel grants |
Instructions for Filling Out Materials:
Attachment 1:
oLeave social security number blank
oFor housing preference, select Resident (Springfield College will arrange accommodation)
oFor choice of program, select Psychology
oFill out other options based on your actual situation
Attachment 2:
oYou may submit either Attachment 2 or a letter of recommendation from a professor. If you choose to submit Attachment 2, you will need to contact a professor (Associate Professor or above) to assist in completing the form.
Attachment 3:
oThe personal statement must be written in English. There is no word count requirement, but a recommendation of 300 words or more is suggested.
For attachments, please visit Gongwen Tong to download:https://www1.szu.edu.cn/board/view.asp?id=445432
