Quick Summary
Chang Gung University is a private founded in 1987, located in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. Ranked #424 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7150 students including 7% from outside Taiwan. Known for strengths in Medicine, Nursing, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 30%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines high-quality education with practical industry integration and affordable tuition fees.
Subject Strengths
MedicineNursingElectrical & Electronic EngineeringComputer Science
Founded1987
TypePrivate
Total Students7150
Intl Students7%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusSuburban
Campus Size37 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsLinkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education (Taiwan), AACSB, IEET
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#424
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral
Programs
15
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Molecular Medicine Research Center, Healthy Aging Research Center, Emerging Viral Infections Research Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (Taiwan), AACSB, IEET
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate30%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL61
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · April 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight research experience for graduate applications and maintain a strong academic record in science and technology subjects.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Taiwan Dollar
UG Tuition
NT$112,000/yr
per year · TWD
Living Cost
NT$160,000/yr
per year · TWD
PG Tuition
NT$102,400/yr
per year · TWD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
NT$272,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TWD
Scholarships AvailableCGU International Student Scholarship, MOE Taiwan Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidAvailable through university and government grants
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biotechnology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Artificial Intelligence | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$24,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExtensive opportunities within Formosa Plastics Group and Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
Industry Connections
Formosa Plastics GroupNanya TechnologyMicron Technology
Notable Alumni
Leading medical researchers and engineering executives in Taiwan's tech sector
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, indoor gymnasium, tennis courts, athletic field
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations including academic, service, and recreational clubs
Library Resources
Extensive digital databases and specialized collections in medicine and engineering
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with over 150 universities globally
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Molecular Medicine