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National Taiwan University is in Taipei, Taiwan; its bachelor's degrees are taught in English, Chinese. Tuition for international students: TWD 50,460–TWD 79,120 (≈ US$1,500–2,400) per term (2026-27 figure). Standard entry requirements: 11 years of schooling; High school diploma. Language: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, HSK 4. Applying: intake: September; application fee TWD 2,000. Scholarships: 5 from the university.

✓ 45 facts from 11 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

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Quick summary

Cost per yeartuition TWD 72,340 per term (≈ US$2,200) (varies by programme)
The college asks you to show TWD 200,000 in available funds for the student visa (visa paperwork). This is proof you can pay, not a bill.
Money from the collegeMerit scholarships: international students can receive them.
3 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students.
NTU Scholarship for British Virgin Islands (NTU-BVI Scholarship): only for students from Virgin Islands, British.
NTU Scholarship for Central and Eastern European Countries (NTU-CEEC Scholarship): only for students from Austria, Czechia, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, Slovakia.
Chances of admission11 years of schooling. High school diploma. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Application deadlinesEarliest: Nov 19 (Round 1) Last round: Round 2, Jan 28.
Where and how students liveTaipei · 6 km from TSA airport
HousingFirst-year housing: Available (apply)
Working while studyingnot yet determined
After graduationnot yet determined

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Requirements by teaching language

Programmes taught in ChineseProgrammes taught in English
Bachelor's programmenot yet determined
Biotechnology and Food Nutrition
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“College of Bio-resources and Agriculture Biotechnology and Food Nutrition”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Civil Engineering
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“College of Engineering Civil Engineering”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Economics
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“College of Social Sciences Economics”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Foreign Languages and Literatures
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“College of Liberal Arts Foreign Languages and Literatures”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Global Undergraduate Program in Semiconductors
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“International College Global Undergraduate Program in Semiconductors”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Intelligent Engineering and Technology
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Civil Engineering Intelligent Engineering and Technology Mechanical Engineering”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Life Science
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“College of Life Science Life Science”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Mechanical Engineering
Source (2)
“English-Taught Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Intelligent Engineering and Technology Mechanical Engineering College of Bio-resources and Agriculture”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
IELTS minimumnot yet determined
5.5 (reference)
Source (2)
“If you are applying for a program that is conducted in English, you will need to submit an English proficiency certificate at CEFR B2 (Vantage) or above.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“For example: TOEFL iBT: 72 IELTS (Academic): 5.5 TOEIC (Public Testing Programme): 785 GEPT: High-Intermediate”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
TOEFL iBT minimum (0–120 scale)not yet determined
72 (reference)
Source (2)
“If you are applying for a program that is conducted in English, you will need to submit an English proficiency certificate at CEFR B2 (Vantage) or above.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“For example: TOEFL iBT: 72 IELTS (Academic): 5.5 TOEIC (Public Testing Programme): 785 GEPT: High-Intermediate”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Minimum HSK level
4 (reference)
Source (2)
“If you are applying for a program that is conducted in Chinese, you will need to submit a Chinese proficiency certificate at CEFR A2 (Waystage) or above.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL): Band A Level 2 Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK): Level 4”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
not yet determined

Financial aid & requirements for international students

Merit scholarshipsYes — international students can receive merit scholarships (reference)
Sources (2)
“NTU provides a variety of scholarships for international degree students.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“All international degree students can apply.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English proficiencyEnglish test required unless an exemption applies
Sources (2)
“Applicants are required to submit a language proficiency certificate that meets the minimum language proficiency requirements in their degree program applications.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Applicants that meet any one of the following criteria are exempted from providing certificates of language proficiency.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayYes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offered
Sources (1)
“If applicants have not obtained a language proficiency certificate at the time of application, or their language proficiency does not meet the minimum language proficiency requirements or the department's/graduate institute's requirements, the department or the graduate institute committee may decide whether to grant a conditional admission.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Degree programmes taught in EnglishYes
Sources (2)
“There are also fully English-taught programs for all academic levels, please check the Colleges & Departments page for more information.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“English-Taught Programs Undergraduate College of Liberal Arts Foreign Languages and Literatures”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Scholarships for first-year students

NTU International Undergraduate Student Scholarship

OtherInternational students onlyRenewable
Up to TWD 100,000 (≈ US$3,000)
  • Who can receive it: International students only
  • Amount: Up to TWD 100,000 (≈ US$3,000)
  • Renewal: Renewable
Sources (4)
“All international degree students can apply.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Tuition subsidy of up to TWD 100,000 (USD 3,333) each semester”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Maximum Duration: The designated years of study for the program.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Recipients must maintain 3.38 GPA or above each academic year.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

NTU Scholarship for British Virgin Islands (NTU-BVI Scholarship)

OtherCitizens of Virgin Islands, British onlyRenewableAutomatic consideration
Up to TWD 100,000 (≈ US$3,000)
  • Who can receive it: Students from Virgin Islands, British
  • Amount: Up to TWD 100,000 (≈ US$3,000)
  • Renewal: Renewable — up to 4 years
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“Nationality: International students from the British Virgin Islands (BVI)”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Tuition subsidy of up to TWD 100,000 (USD 3,333) each semester”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Eligible students are automatically considered for this scholarship. No further procedures are required.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Maximum Duration: Up to 4 years”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

NTU Scholarship for Central and Eastern European Countries (NTU-CEEC Scholarship)

OtherCitizens of Austria, Czechia, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, Slovakia onlyRenewableAutomatic consideration
Up to TWD 100,000 (≈ US$3,000)
  • Who can receive it: Students from Austria, Czechia, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, Slovakia
  • Amount: Up to TWD 100,000 (≈ US$3,000)
  • Renewal: Renewable — up to 4 years
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“Nationality: International students from Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Tuition subsidy of up to TWD 100,000 (USD 3,333) each semester”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Eligible students are automatically considered for this scholarship. No further procedures are required.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Maximum Duration: Up to 4 years”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

MOE Taiwan Scholarship

OtherInternational students onlyRenewable
Up to TWD 40,000 (≈ US$1,200)
  • Who can receive it: International students only
  • Amount: Up to TWD 40,000 (≈ US$1,200)
  • Renewal: Renewable — up to 4 years
Sources (3)
“Nationalities from countries not in the scope of the MOFA Taiwan Scholarship”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Tuition waiver of up to TWD 40,000 each semester”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Maximum Duration: 4 years for undergraduate degree students”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

MOFA Taiwan Scholarship

OtherInternational students onlyRenewable
TWD 33,000 (≈ US$1,000)
  • Who can receive it: International students only
  • Amount: TWD 33,000 (≈ US$1,000)
  • Renewal: Renewable — up to 4 years
Sources (3)
“In principle, this scholarship is granted to students from countries that have diplomatic relations with Taiwan. However, special consideration may also be given to students from other countries.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Monthly stipend of TWD 33,000 (USD 1,100)”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Maximum Duration: 4 years for undergraduate degree students”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programmeNot yet determined — check the college site ↗

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification
  • 11 years of schooling — a foundation year may be needed ↗
  • High school diploma ↗
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
September
Source (2)
“Bachelor's degree students can only enroll in the September entry.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“2027 February Entry (Graduate programs only)”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application fee
TWD 2,000 one-time (≈ US$61) (2027–28 figure)
Source (2)
“The regular fee is NTD 2,000 or USD 80 per department/graduate institute/division.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“2027/2028 September Entry Admission Guidelines for International Degree Students”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Interview
Optional (reference)
Source (1)
“Some departments/graduate institutes may require oral/written examinations or interviews.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application requirement
English proficiency test: Required (reference)
Source (2)
“Applicants shall submit proof of English proficiency equivalent to CEFR B2 (Vantage) or above.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Applicants are required to submit a language proficiency certificate that meets the minimum language proficiency requirements in their degree program applications.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Proof of funds / financial documents: Required
Source (1)
“Financial statement: Applicants are required to prove that they can finance their education and living expenses for studying in Taiwan.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Passport copy: Required
Source (1)
“Proof of nationality - Passport or identification card with nationality (choose one to submit, required)”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
School transcript / academic records: Required
Source (2)
“Documents required for eligibility check”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Full transcript of records (including explanation of grading system)”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Round 1 — Application — September intakeNov 19
Source (2)
“2027/2028 September Entry—the First Round Application September 29, 2026, 11am Online application period starts. Deadline for submitting the online application. November 19, 2026, 4pm”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“2027 September Entry (1st Round) Open Application Period: September 29 (11AM) – November 19, 2026 (4PM)”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Round 2 — Application — September intakeJan 28
Source (2)
“2027/2028 September Entry—the Second Round Application December 1, 2026, 11am Online application period starts. Deadline for submitting the online application. January 28, 2027, 4pm”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“2027 September Entry (2nd Round) Not Yet Application Period: December 1, 2026 (11AM) – January 28, 2027 (4PM)”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionDepartment of Dentistry: TWD 72,340 per term (≈ US$2,200) (2026–27 figure) (reference)
Department of Medicine: TWD 79,120 per term (≈ US$2,400) (2026–27 figure) (reference)
Engineering, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science: TWD 58,940 per term (≈ US$1,800) (2026–27 figure)
Global Undergraduate Program in Semiconductors: TWD 60,000 per term (≈ US$1,800) (2026–27 figure)
Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Law: TWD 50,460 per term (≈ US$1,500) (2026–27 figure)
Life Science: TWD 60,520 per term (≈ US$1,800) (2026–27 figure)
Management: TWD 51,220 per term (≈ US$1,600) (2026–27 figure)
Medicine (excluding Medicine & Dentistry) and Public Health: TWD 62,100 per term (≈ US$1,900) (2026–27 figure) (reference)
Science, Bio-resources & Agriculture: TWD 58,520 per term (≈ US$1,800) (2026–27 figure)
Housing and mealsNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Living costs (college estimate)TWD 66,000–TWD 157,000 per term (≈ US$2,000–4,800) (reference)
Student health insuranceTWD 4,956 per term (≈ US$151) (reference) (reference)
Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Proof of funds for the student visaTWD 200,000 total (≈ US$6,100) (2027–28 figure)
Funds you must document for the first year to receive the student visa (needed for the student visa).
Sources (16)
“Appendix 1: National Taiwan University 2026/27 Academic Year Tuition and Fees Per Semester for Undergraduate Programs”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Department of 43,840 28,500 72,340 2,300 21,920 14,250 36,170 1,150 Dentistry”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Department of 48,060 31,060 79,120 2,300 24,030 15,530 39,560 1,150 Medicine”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Engineering, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science 58,940 1,965 29,470 982”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“International College Global Undergraduate Program in Semiconductors 60,000 2,000 30,000 1,000”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Law 50,460 1,682 25,230 841”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Life Science 60,520 2,017 30,260 1,009”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Management 51,220 1,708 25,610 854”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Medicine 1 , Public Health 62,100 2,070 31,050 1,035”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Science, Bio-resources & Agriculture 58,520 1,951 29,260 975”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Below is an overview of the estimated expenses per semester (4 months). Tuition fees are not included in this overview.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Estimated total TWD 66,000 – 157,000 USD 2,200 – 5,233”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“National Health Insurance (degree students only) TWD 4,956 USD 165”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Financial statement: Applicants are required to prove that they can finance their education and living expenses for studying in Taiwan.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Self-supporting students shall provide a bank statement, issued by a bank within the past 3 months, showing a minimum balance equivalent to NTD 200,000 in savings deposit.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“2027/2028 September Entry Admission Guidelines for International Degree Students”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

US$ figures are approximate, converted at the official rate (Bank of Taiwan daily spot rate (mid)) of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.

Where students live

First-year on-campus housing
Available (apply)
Source (1)
“International, Overseas Chinese, Hong Kong and Macau, and Mainland Chinese Students are prioritized for on-campus housing.”
admissions.ntu.edu.tw ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Post-study work visa (name and length)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗

Location

City / stateTaipei
Nearest major airportTaipei Songshan International Airport (TSA), about 6 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q32746 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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