Quick Summary
National Chung Hsing University is a public founded in 1919, located in Taichung, Taiwan. Ranked #631-640 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15500 students including 7% from outside Taiwan. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Veterinary Science, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier research university in central Taiwan with global leadership in agricultural and biological sciences.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryVeterinary ScienceMechanical EngineeringLife SciencesChemistry
Founded1919
TypePublic
Total Students15500
Intl Students7%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size53 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNCHU Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, Taichung Veterans General Hospital (Clinical Partnership)
AccreditationMinistry of Education (Taiwan), AACSB (College of Management)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#631-640
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001–1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral programs across 10 colleges
Programs
32
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Advanced Plant Biotechnology Center, Center for Environmental Restoration and Disaster Reduction
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (Taiwan), AACSB (College of Management)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong research proposals are critical for graduate applicants; proficiency in Mandarin is recommended for undergraduate programs not taught in English.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Taiwan Dollar
UG Tuition
NT$115,000/yr
per year · TWD
Living Cost
NT$170,000/yr
per year · TWD
PG Tuition
NT$128,000/yr
per year · TWD
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
NT$298,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TWD
Scholarships AvailableNCHU International Student Scholarship, MOE Taiwan Scholarship, MOFA Taiwan Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable for international and domestic students based on academic merit
Work-StudyYes, on-campus administrative and library positions available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral programs across 10 colleges programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Agronomy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Biotechnology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Central Taiwan Science Park and agricultural research institutes
Industry Connections
TSMCFoxconnAUOHiwin Technologies
Notable Alumni
Li-Chun Zhang, numerous high-ranking government officials and agricultural scientists
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Olympic-sized swimming pool, track and field, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations including academic, social, and service clubs
Library Resources
Extensive main library with digital archives and a significant agricultural collection
Exchange Programs
Partnered with over 400 universities worldwide
Summer Programs
NCHU International Summer School