Exchange guide National Taiwan University
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at National Taiwan University in Taipei, Taiwan.
Snapshot
Taiwan's flagship university in Taipei, best for academically strong exchange students who want Mandarin immersion, broad course choice and the easiest Taiwan arrival logistics.
Why students shortlist it
Main campus in Da'an/Gongguan, Taipei, with excellent MRT, bus and YouBike access.
Teaching languages: Mandarin Chinese, English-taught courses in selected departments and exchange tracks
Before You Land
A few practical setup details students usually sort before arrival
Connectivity, insurance, and secure public WiFi are the boring things you only notice when you need them. Keep them on your checklist, but keep the guide itself front and centre.
Arrival Connectivity
Sort an eSIM before you land
Maps, ride apps, 2FA codes, and WhatsApp are usually the first things students need from the airport.
Coverage Check
Confirm your travel insurance
Even when the university gives guidance, students usually need to double-check what is covered before departure.
Public WiFi
Have a backup for shared networks
Campus halls, airports, and cafés are convenient, but many students prefer an extra privacy layer when they first arrive.
Exchange Basics
Requirements
Requirements vary by level and department, but students should prepare nomination, transcript, passport, study plan, proof of language ability where requested, insurance and course preferences.
Nomination Process
Your home university normally nominates you first; NTU then provides application instructions through the international student/exchange system.
Visa Support
NTU provides admission documents; students must follow BOCA and National Immigration Agency rules for visitor/resident visa and ARC requirements.
| Semester | Nomination | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Confirm current NTU exchange cycle | Confirm current NTU exchange cycle | |
| Confirm current NTU exchange cycle | Confirm current NTU exchange cycle |
Arrival Checklist
- Join official NTU communication channels and LINE groups after admission.
- Set up EasyCard, local SIM/eSIM and campus account early.
- Register any required immigration/ARC steps according to stay length and visa type.
- Inspect housing for humidity, ventilation and commute before paying deposits.
- Build backup courses in case language, prerequisites or capacity change.
- Join official NTU/ISSS channels and LINE groups after acceptance.
- Prepare 2-3 backup courses before add/drop.
- Check dorm result timing before signing private housing.
- Buy EasyCard and test Gongguan/NTU commute.
- Confirm ARC/NHI/private insurance steps.
Academics
Course Registration
Course registration is competitive in popular subjects. Exchange students should prepare backups and confirm restrictions by department.nnPrepare backup courses and confirm language, restrictions and credit conversion before finalizing the learning agreement.
Credit System
NTU uses local credits; home universities convert credits after pre-approving the learning agreement.
Grading System
Taiwanese universities commonly use percentage/letter-style grading depending on department; verify conversion with your home university.
Exam Culture
Expect midterms, finals, presentations and group work. Professors may be formal; ask early if course language or assessment is unclear.
Tuition & Fees
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition waiver depends on reciprocal exchange agreement. Confirm fees, insurance and housing costs before arrival. |
Tuition waiver depends on reciprocal exchange agreement. Confirm fees, insurance and housing costs before arrival.
Fees change annually — verify current rates on the official exchange office page
Where to Stay
Insurance & Campus Support
Mandatory Insurance
Yes. Exchange students should carry insurance for the full stay and confirm whether NHI enrollment applies after ARC/residence registration.
EHIC Accepted
No
Campus Clinic
Use NTU student support or campus health routing first, then local clinics/hospitals as advised.
Mental Health
Ask OIA/student support early for counseling or adjustment support instead of waiting for exam stress.
Campus Services
Office of International Affairs / International Student Support
Libraries and learning spaces
Mandarin and cultural learning ecosystem
Arrival checklist support
Student Life
Student Clubs
- international student groups
- language exchange clubs
- sports and cultural societies
- department associations
Buddy Program
NTU and student groups usually provide arrival support channels; confirm the current buddy or mentor setup after acceptance.
Public Groups & Erasmus Communities
NTU official exchange/visiting student information
Use this for official deadlines and arrival requirements.
Your First 2 Weeks
- Walk the campus-Gongguan-Shida loop to understand food, transit and study spots.
- Join LINE groups, but save official email instructions separately.
- Test commute at peak time before locking housing.
- Register courses and backups before the add/drop period closes.
- Join official NTU/ISSS channels and LINE groups after acceptance.
- Prepare 2-3 backup courses before add/drop.
- Check dorm result timing before signing private housing.
- Buy EasyCard and test Gongguan/NTU commute.
- Confirm ARC/NHI/private insurance steps.
- Save official contacts outside chat apps.
- Confirm where every class actually meets before choosing a weekly routine.
- Join one recurring club, language exchange or student group early instead of waiting for spontaneous plans.
Key Dates
Nomination and application
Several months before semester start
Confirm the current NTU exchange cycle with your home university and NTU ISSS/OIA.
Arrival and course registration
Late August/September or February depending on intake
Set up campus account, LINE groups, EasyCard and backup courses during orientation/add-drop.
Useful first week
Arrival and first 14 days
Confirm courses, housing, insurance, transport and official contacts before academic workload increases.
Housing and course reality check
Before final arrival plans
Confirm course campus, commute, backup courses, insurance route and housing deadline before paying non-refundable deposits.