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Externally-funded research projects—NSTC Subsidy Program for Graduate Students Attending International Scholarly Conferences

Doctoral and master’s degree students studying at the University (excluding in-service programs) are eligible to apply:

    • Online application documents include but are not limited to the following:
    1. An application form
    2. Proof of paper acceptance
    3. Abstract of the accepted paper
    4. A letter of recommendation signed by the advisor (please indicate the applicant’s foreign language proficiency)
    • Applicants must submit their application by 3 p.m. on the first day of the month preceding the start of the conference. The University will compile submitted applications and forward them to the NSTC by 5 p.m. on the same day.
    • The subsidy is limited to one person per paper (whether presented orally or in the form of a poster).
    • The subsidy covers flights and conference registration.n- Subsidies must only be used for their designated purposes. Except in the event of revocation, requests for changes must be made via the online system prior to the conference and will only become effective upon approval by the NSTC.
    • Conferences held in mainland China must be organized by an international academic organization (or chiefly organized by an international academic organization and co-organized by mainland China).
    • Each person may receive one subsidy per fiscal year. Those who have already received a subsidy may not apply for any other further international conference subsidies as a graduate student or otherwise in the same academic year.
    • Subsidy recipients must submit a conference report and account settlement form to the NSTC’s system within 15 days of the conference’s conclusion in order to file for reimbursement.

Faculty and staff dormitories

Faculty and staff members must submit the following documents to apply for employee dormitories:

    1. A completed application form
    2. A merit points tabulation form
    3. A household registration transcript issued within three months (must be located beyond a 25 km radius of the University)
    4. A certificate of appointment, letter of assignment, or other proof of approval

Fraud Prevention

1. When receiving a suspicious phone call, remember the “hear, hang up, and verify” principle.

Hang up the phone immediately if you hear something suspicious, and call the 165 Fraud Prevention Hotline for verification.

Do not transfer any money at a bank or ATM to avoid being scammed.

2. Fraud prevention:

Please add Trend Micro Fraud Prevention Pro as a friend on LINE, install the Trend Micro Check browser extension, turn off iMessage when not in use, and keep the 3C (calm-check-call) principle in mind.

3. What to do if you have been scammed:

Collect the necessary supporting documents and file a police report at the local police station or via the National Police Agency website, through which you may follow up on updates to your case.

Emergency contact

The Office of Student Safety has dedicated staff on call 24/7/365 to assist students experiencing an emergency: (04) 22870885.

Rental Bulletins

    1. The rental information listed on the website (Mandarin only) is for students’ reference only and should not be construed as an endorsement by the University. Please inspect the property in person before renting.
    2. Landlords are prohibited from charging students a finder’s fee. To safeguard your rights, call 04-22840657 or visit the Office (2F, Hui-Sun Memorial Hall) in person if you are charged additional fees.

Student dormitory

This section contains information on student dormitory located on the Main Campus and Nantou Campus, including room types and sizes, bedframe materials and dimensions, accommodation rates, available facilities, interior photos, and contact information for each dormitory.

Physical Examination for Freshmen

1. All new students, regardless of their level of study, must undergo the new student health examination.

2. Examination method:

  (1) Students may accept the on-campus health examination service provided for all new students.

  (2) Alternatively, students may choose to undergo a health examination at an external medical institution if they are unable to attend the on-campus examination.

3. Other requirements:

  (1) Students who choose to have their health examinations performed elsewhere are required to pay for the cost out-of-pocket.

  (2) External health examination results are only valid if issued within the three months leading up to the new semester. Please download the Student Health Information Card from https://reurl.cc/2blLp6 and take it with you to the medical institution where the examination will be performed.

Student Appeals

1. To safeguard students’ learning, living, and educational rights, and to ensure campus tranquility, the Student Appeal Review Committee has been established pursuant to the University’s Guidelines on Student Appeal Procedures to handle complaints filed by students.

2. Individual students, student associations, and other student self-governing bodies (hereinafter referred to as “complainant”) who believe that a punishment, administrative measure, or resolution issued by the University is unlawful and thus infringes their rights or interests may file a complaint with the Student Appeal Review Committee pursuant to the Guidelines on Student Appeal Procedures.

Student Counseling

1. Service introduction: International students who encounter difficulty adjusting to life in Taiwan, emotional distress, or interpersonal relationship issues may apply for counseling online, and the University will arrange counseling sessions with a therapist.

2. Method of application:

    (1) All sessions for personal psychological counseling must be arranged in advance through appointments. Please login to “NCHU single sign-on system” → “All Application Entry” → “Psychological Counseling system” to apply for counseling services.

※P.S. Should you’re facing difficulties scheduling an appointment online, you can alternatively call the Center at 04-22840241 ext. 39 during business hours or visit the Center directly to arrange an appointment.

   (2) Notification of appointment time: The Center will pair you with a suitable psychologist (therapist) based on your consultation preferences and preferred meeting schedule. Once a suitable psychologist (therapist) is found, you will receive a notification via text message and E-mail. We appreciate your patience during this process. 

   (3) Number of sessions: Each semester, students can book up to two treatment courses, with each course consisting of six weekly sessions lasting 50 minutes.

   (4) Fees: Unless otherwise stipulated, the Center’s counseling services are provided to University students free of charge.

   (5) Confidentiality: The Center and its counselors will keep your information strictly confidential, except in circumstances of imminent danger posed to the lives of the students themselves or to others that necessitate a mandatory report according to the law.

   (6) Safety: For the safety of all parties involved, dangerous objects are prohibited in the counseling space.

Uniform Identification Number

Upon their arrival in Taiwan, non-resident aliens who wish to open a bank account, file for (income) taxes, or apply for a driver’s license must apply for a “unified identification number for foreign nationals” with the National Immigration Agency of the Ministry of the Interior by filling out the Basic Information Form for the Application of a R.O.C. Unified Identification Number.