QS World Ranking
#65
Acceptance Rate
26%
Annual Tuition (USD)
$4,000
On-Campus Housing
Available
QS Best Student City
#22
Taipei
Application Deadline
March 31
via Direct
Student Body
Total Enrollment
33,000
students
International Students
9%
US % data not publicly reported
Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.
Why This School
Taiwan's most prestigious university in Taipei — safe, affordable, with world-class research and food culture.
QS Subject Rankings 2025
Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject
Notes for US Students
Taiwan's top university. MOE Taiwan Scholarship available for internationals. Taipei is safe and affordable.
Admission Criteria
Key requirements for US students applying to National Taiwan University (NTU)
Acceptance Rate
26%
Selective
Application System
Direct
Deadline
March 31
Instruction Language
Chinese/English
School Type
Public
Annual Tuition
$4,000
Requirements Checklist for US Applicants
- Apply directly via NTU international admissions by March 31
- High school diploma with strong academic record
- SAT/ACT scores helpful (no strict minimum for internationals)
- IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ (or Chinese TOCFL for Chinese-language programs)
- Taiwan Scholarship application (separate) for full tuition coverage
- Personal statement required
Class Size
Academic Calendar
Requirements may vary by program. Always verify with the university's official admissions page.
Admission Details
- Language of Instruction
- Chinese/English
- Estimated Annual Tuition
- ~$4,000 / year
- Application Deadline
- March 31
- Application System
- Direct
- School Type
- Public
- Acceptance Rate
- 26%
- QS Best Student City (Taipei)
- #22 globally
Programs Offered
Scholarships to Explore
- ✓MOE Taiwan Scholarship
- ✓NTU International Student Scholarship
Cost of Living — Taipei, Taiwan
Low CostEstimated monthly total
$960
vs. avg US college student
49% cheaper
US avg ~$1,900/mo
Taipei is one of the best-value cities in Asia. Night markets offer incredible food for $2–4. Excellent MRT system. Safe and welcoming to foreigners.
Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.
About Studying at National Taiwan University (NTU) as a US Student
National Taiwan University (NTU) is located in Taipei, Taiwan and is ranked #65in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Engineering, Sciences, Business, Medicine, Law, and more. Instruction is offered in Chinese/English. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$4,000 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 26%. Applications are submitted through Direct with a deadline of March 31. Scholarships available include the MOE Taiwan Scholarship.