Quick Summary
National Taiwan University is a public founded in 1928, located in Taipei, Taiwan. Ranked #68 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 33145 students including 11% from outside Taiwan. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Modern Languages, Life Sciences and Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the most prestigious university in Taiwan, offering world-class research facilities and deep integration into the global technology industry.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyModern LanguagesLife Sciences and MedicineNatural SciencesComputer Science and Information Systems
Founded1928
TypePublic
Total Students33145
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio10.4
CampusUrban
Campus Size34,283 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNational Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH),National Taiwan University Cancer Center
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Taiwan,AACSB,IEET (Institute of Engineering Education Taiwan)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#68
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#152
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Master's,Doctorate,Executive Education
Programs
Ph.D. in Global Agriculture,Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering,Ph.D. in Clinical Medicine,Ph.D. in Economics,Ph.D. in Physics
PhD Programs
NTU OpenCourseWare (OCW),Coursera Specializations in Chinese and Data Science
Online Programs
Center for Quantum Science and Engineering,Genomics research Center,Center for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Robotics,Leung Center for Cosmology and Particle Astrophysics
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education, Taiwan,AACSB,IEET (Institute of Engineering Education Taiwan)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most programs, recommended for Engineering
GMATRequired for GMBA and Finance Master programs
SATOptional but recommended for international undergraduate applicants
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 21
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 5
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should focus on high academic merit and a well-defined study plan. Proficiency in Mandarin is not always required as many graduate programs are English-taught, but it enhances the application.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Taiwan Dollar
UG Tuition
NT$112,000/yr
per year · TWD
Living Cost
NT$208,000/yr
per year · TWD
PG Tuition
NT$134,400/yr
per year · TWD
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
NT$322,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TWD
Scholarships AvailableTaiwan Scholarship (MOE/MOFA),NTU Outstanding International Student Scholarship,NTU Financial Assistance Grant
Avg Scholarship$4,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Master's,Doctorate,Executive Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Global MBA | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,500
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong, facilitated by the NTU Office of Career Development
Industry Connections
TSMCMediaTekFoxconnGoogle TaiwanASUS
Notable Alumni
Tsai Ing-wen,Lee Teng-hui,Ma Ying-jeou,Andrew Chi-Chih Yao,Barry Lam
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
NTU Sports Center,Olympic-size Swimming Pool,Track and Field Stadium,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
400
Library Resources
National Taiwan University Library (largest academic library in Taiwan)
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with over 600 universities across 65 countries
Summer Programs
NTU Plus Academy Summer Programs