Quick Summary
Tamkang University is a private founded in 1950, located in New Taipei City, Taiwan. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 24000 students including 8% from outside Taiwan. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Computer Science, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
TKU is the oldest private institution in Taiwan with a massive alumni network and a strong emphasis on future-oriented learning.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesComputer ScienceEngineeringModern Languages
Founded1950
TypePrivate
Total Students24000
Intl Students8%
Faculty Ratio24.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size50 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Education (Taiwan), AACSB (School of Business), IEET (Engineering)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
Programs
17 departments including Chemistry, Physics, Civil Engineering, and Management Sciences
PhD Programs
Available through the Cyber Campus
Online Programs
Center for European Union Studies, Water Resources Management and Policy Research Center, Wind Engineering Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (Taiwan), AACSB (School of Business), IEET (Engineering)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL71
Min GPA2.5
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
Focus on Chinese language proficiency for local programs and demonstrate international mindset for English-taught degrees.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Taiwan Dollar
UG Tuition
NT$120,000/yr
per year · TWD
Living Cost
NT$210,000/yr
per year · TWD
PG Tuition
NT$135,000/yr
per year · TWD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
NT$340,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TWD
Scholarships AvailableTamkang University Entrance Scholarship, MOE Taiwan Scholarship, MOFA Taiwan Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidYes, available for low-income and international students
Work-StudyAvailable for registered students on campus
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| International Business | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science and Information Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| English | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local high-tech and financial industries
Industry Connections
Compal ElectronicsAcer Inc.FoxconnFubon Financial
Notable Alumni
Giddens Ko, Hung Hsiu-chu, Szu-Chi Hsu
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Martial Arts Room
Student Clubs
240
Library Resources
Chueh-sheng Memorial Library, over 1 million volumes
Exchange Programs
Partnered with 200+ universities in 35 countries
Summer Programs
Taiwan Study Program, Intensive Chinese Language Courses