Exchange guide National Taiwan University
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at National Taiwan University in Taipei, Taiwan.
Study abroad at National Taiwan University (NTU): overview
Study abroad at National Taiwan University (NTU) makes sense when the academic fit is stronger than the destination brand alone and you are honest about everyday logistics. National Taiwan University is the strongest all-round exchange anchor for Taiwan: a major Taipei campus, broad academic range, Mandarin-learning ecosystem and strong public transport access. Useful proof points: Visible university community; verify the current headcount on the official page.; Visible international community; confirm the current figure before making decisions.; engineering, computer science, life sciences. Before choosing, confirm teaching language, faculty seats and housing near the campus.
Enrollment
Visible university community; verify the current headcount on the official page.
International Mix
Visible international community; confirm the current figure before making decisions.
Why students choose it
Best for students who want engineering, computer science, life sciences and are willing to check language, seats, campus rules and housing before choosing.
Language of instruction: Mandarin Chinese, English-taught courses in selected departments and exchange tracks
Exchange & application at National Taiwan University (NTU)
Start with home-university nomination, then application, Learning Agreement, insurance and course approval. At National Taiwan University (NTU), rules can sit at faculty level, so do not promise yourself courses before they are validated.
Exchange document
National Taiwan University Fact-Sheet-2025-2026-0619.pdf
Host-university document shared through UAB partner materials. Check the academic year and faculty scope before applying.
✅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.
🧭Orientation Week
🗓️Deadlines by intake
| Intake | Nomination deadline | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|
| 1st semester | Confirm current NTU exchange cycle | Confirm current NTU exchange cycle |
| 2nd semester | 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 & courses at National Taiwan University (NTU)
Academics combine credits, exam calendars and faculty-level rules. Check prerequisites, the real teaching language of each course and whether course lists can change before enrolment.
📝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.
📚Library Access
Library, digital resources and study spaces become available after activating the university account.
Tuition & fees at National Taiwan University (NTU)
For exchange, separate home tuition, local admin fees, insurance and living costs. Full-degree tuition is a different category and must be checked on the official fee page.
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| EXCHANGE | EUR 0 host tuition | Partner exchange students normally pay tuition at the home university; admin fees, insurance or service fees may still apply. |
| Full degree student | Check official fee page | Tuition waiver depends on reciprocal exchange agreement. Confirm fees, insurance and housing costs before arrival. |
EUR 0 host tuition
Partner exchange students normally pay tuition at the home university; admin fees, insurance or service fees may still apply.
Check official fee page
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
Student housing at National Taiwan University (NTU)
Housing near National Taiwan University (NTU) should move in parallel with the application. Compare residence, private room, transport route and contract terms before arrival.
Full housing guide
Find housing in Taipei
Official contacts, student residences, private platforms, tips & red flags.
Insurance & campus support at National Taiwan University (NTU)
Use the international office, faculty coordinator, library, wellbeing services and student groups from week one. Asking early prevents small admin mistakes from becoming blockers.
🛡️Mandatory Insurance
Yes. Exchange students should carry insurance for the full stay and confirm whether NHI enrollment applies after ARC/residence registration.
🏥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 at National Taiwan University (NTU)
Student life depends on repeatable routines: associations, sport, ESN or faculty groups. Do not wait for the campus to do all the work; join repeated channels early.
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 & 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 exchange dates at National Taiwan University (NTU)
The critical dates are nomination, application, fee or registration steps, course selection, housing, arrival and exams. Keep resit periods visible before booking return travel.
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Nomination and application
Several months before semester start
Confirm the current NTU exchange cycle with your home university and NTU ISSS/OIA.
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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.
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Useful first week
Arrival and first 14 days
Confirm courses, housing, insurance, transport and official contacts before academic workload increases.
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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.