Quick Summary
Public in Kaohsiung, Taiwan — National Sun Yat-sen University, est. 1980. Ranked #485 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 10250 students including 11% from outside Taiwan. Known for strengths in Management, Marine Sciences, Petroleum Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier research institution with a unique coastal campus and top-ranked AACSB management school.
Subject Strengths
ManagementMarine SciencesPetroleum EngineeringBusiness & EconomicsElectrical Engineering
Founded1980
TypePublic
Total Students10250
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio17.5
CampusSeaside/Suburban
Campus Size180
Affiliated HospitalsKaohsiung Medical University Hospital (Partner)
AccreditationAACSB, Ministry of Education (Taiwan), IEET (Engineering)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#485
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD in Liberal Arts, Science, Engineering, Management, Marine Sciences, Social Sciences, Medicine
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited/Distance Learning Support
Online Programs
Asia-Pacific Ocean Research Center, Center for Policy Research, Frontier Photonics Research Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB, Ministry of Education (Taiwan), IEET (Engineering)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate22%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GREOptional
GMATRequired for specific MBA tracks
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight research experience for graduate applications and academic excellence for the NSYSU International Student Scholarship.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Taiwan Dollar
UG Tuition
NT$120,000/yr
per year · TWD
Living Cost
NT$200,000/yr
per year · TWD
PG Tuition
NT$135,000/yr
per year · TWD
Application Fee
$60
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
NT$335,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TWD
Scholarships AvailableNSYSU International Student Scholarship, Taiwan Scholarship (MOE/MOFA), Elite Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD in Liberal Arts, Science, Engineering, Management, Marine Sciences, Social Sciences, Medicine programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| International MBA (IMBA) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Global Human Resource Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Marine Biology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong in Kaohsiung Science Park and maritime industries
Industry Connections
TSMCFoxconnChina Steel CorporationEvergreen Marine
Notable Alumni
Chen Chu, Lin Yi-hsiung, various corporate leaders in East Asia
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Swimming pool, gymnasium, sailing club, tennis courts, athletic field
Student Clubs
120
Library Resources
Extensive marine science archives, digital research database, multi-floor main library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available