Quick Summary
Situated in Taichung, Taiwan, Tunghai University is a private established in 1955. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15500 students including 10.5% from outside Taiwan. Known for strengths in Architecture, Art & Design, Agriculture & Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 48%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Renowned for its liberal arts education and iconic campus architecture.
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureArt & DesignAgriculture & ForestryBusiness & Management
Founded1955
TypePrivate
Total Students15500
Intl Students10.5%
Faculty Ratio19.2
CampusSuburban
Campus Size133.3 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationAACSB,IEET,Ministry of Education Taiwan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Science,Master of Business Administration,Doctor of Philosophy
Programs
Chemistry,Biology,Sociology,Management,Chemical Engineering,Physics
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Sustainable Development,Life Science Research Center,Center for AI
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB,IEET,Ministry of Education Taiwan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate48%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on artistic portfolios for Architecture/Fine Arts; demonstrate interest in the Liberal Arts tradition.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Taiwan Dollar
UG Tuition
NT$118,000/yr
per year · TWD
Living Cost
NT$170,000/yr
per year · TWD
PG Tuition
NT$130,000/yr
per year · TWD
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
NT$290,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TWD
Scholarships AvailableTunghai University International Student Scholarship,Taiwan Scholarship (MOE),Elite Scholarship Program
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Science,Master of Business Administration,Doctor of Philosophy programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Fine Arts | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Life Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Environmental Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,500
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementActive partnerships with Taichung Industrial Park and local financial firms.
Industry Connections
AUOGiant ManufacturingTSMCHiwin Technologies
Notable Alumni
I. M. Pei,Chen-Ning Yang,Yu Kong-jian
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized Swimming Pool,Gymnasium,Outdoor Track,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
160
Library Resources
Tunghai University Library system featuring over 1.2 million volumes.
Exchange Programs
Waseda University,University of North Carolina,Sookmyung Women's University
Summer Programs
Available