Schools
1
Lowest Tuition
$4,000
per year
Avg Acceptance Rate
38%
English Programs
Yes
Essentials for US Students
Visa / Permit
US students can enter Taiwan visa-free for 90 days but need an ARC (Alien Resident Certificate) for full degree study. Apply for an ARC through the National Immigration Agency after arrival. Your university will guide you through the process.
Application Tip
Taiwan is one of Asia's most underrated study destinations — safe, friendly, affordable, and democratic. NTU is consistently ranked in the top 100 globally. Mandarin language skills you develop here are invaluable, and many programs now offer English tracks.
Tuition Overview
National Taiwan University charges approximately NTD 50,000–100,000/yr (~$1,600–$3,200 USD) for most programs — remarkably low for a top-100 global university. English-taught programs may have slightly higher fees.
Scholarships to Explore
Taiwan Scholarship Program covers full tuition plus a monthly stipend for 80–100 international students annually. NTU's International Student Scholarship provides partial tuition support.
- ✓MOE Taiwan Scholarship
- ✓NTU International Student Scholarship
About Studying in Taiwan as a US Student
There is 1 university in Taiwan featured in this directory, led by National Taiwan University (NTU) (ranked #65 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $4,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 38% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Taiwan accessible without prior language training for many degrees.