Office of International Affairs

[Student Testimonials] Sharing from a “Different” Student

“Initially, I chose to come to Taiwan because it offers a Veterinary Medicine program recognized by the Malaysian government. However, upon arriving in this land, I deeply fell in love with Taiwan’s warm hospitality and stunning scenery. The convenient transportation system in Taiwan also allows me to explore and travel around after classes.” Read More

Lim Zi-Yi from Malaysia, Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine

[Student Testimonials] Chasing dreams

“I recommend studying at NCHU because you will be able to learn from many different fields. If you are proactively signing up, there’s always something for you to learn.”  Read More

Lim Li Xin from Malaysia, Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine

[Student Testimonials] From Chiang Mai to Taichung with a wonderful experience in NCHU.

“NCHU has given me numerous opportunities for personal growth and development. As an international student, I would say that I love the Office of International Affairs (OIA) very much. OIA always made me feel at home. I can come to OIA whenever I need help; they are always kind to me and international students.”  Read More

Penpitcha Supapaiboonkit from Thailand, Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Student Safety Insurance (SSI)

It’s Students Safety Insurance. SSI is required as the basic insurance plan for all registered NCHU students. All NCHU degree-seeking students are required to enroll in the SSI plan every semester.

National Health Insurance (NHI)

Rights and Responsibilities for International Students(Foreigners) Joining the National Health Insurance (NHI).

Program of the R.O.C.Foreigners with an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) who have resided in Taiwan for more than six months are required to enroll in the National Health Insurance (NHI) program. (Within the six months, if the applicant leaves Taiwan for 2 times and more, or the departure time is longer than 1 month, the period will be recalculated.)

Foreign Student Insurance (FSI)

It’s Foreign Student Insurance (International Students’ Group Medical Insurance). FSI is provided for the foreign students who are not eligible for National Health Insurance. A foreign student who does not have NHI is mandatory to enroll in the FSI plan, and the fee will be included in the tuition bill.

Taichung’s Geography and Climate

Taichung City is located in the heart of Taiwan and serves as an important hub of transportation for people traveling between the northern and southern parts of the island. The weather here is mostly sunny throughout the year. With an average temperature of 23.3 °C (73.9 °F), it has been named Taiwan’s most livable city. July–August are the warmest months and January–February are the coolest. During daytime, the temperature is always warm (and sometimes hot), even in the winter. However, at night in winter, temperatures can drop significantly.

Safety (Smoking/Drinking Laws and Scams)

The minimum legal age for drinking and smoking is 20 in Taiwan, and driving under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited by law. Furthermore, cigarettes and alcoholic beverages are prohibited throughout NCHU.Many international students have fallen victim to scam calls, which are prevalent in Taiwan. As a reminder, do not provide any personal information such as your bank account number, online banking login credentials, date of birth, and even the romanized spelling of your name, as such information can be used to gain control of your bank account. When you receive a call from an unknown caller who claims to be a government, telecom, or bank employee, do not answer any questions or listen to their orders. Your best course of action is to hang up immediately, or ask for their number and report it to the 165 Antifraud Hotline (reachable by cellphones) to see if it is indeed a scam call.

International Collaboration Resources:Overseas Recruitment

NCHU offers a wide range of programs for international students. Whether you are seeking a degree, joint degree, or just an exchange experience, we’ve got you covered. Just note that the application procedures and tuition will vary depending on students’ status. If you do not qualify for a tuition waiver, we provide many scholarships to support your learning journey here at NCHU. For more information, please visit the NCHU Office of International Affairs website.

Experience-Sharing from Former International Students

The University has a collection of articles and videos shared by international students who previously studied at NCHU, through which you can learn about life on campus through the perspective of a fellow student. Some articles and videos are in English while others are in students’ native tongues. Contact us if you are interested in reading/watching these articles/videos.