Student

Graduate Student Scholarship and Student Aid

* Graduate students may be entitled to scholarships or student aid:

1. Scholarships are awarded to new and current students with outstanding academic or research performance.

2. The following types of graduate students are entitled to student aid:

  (1) Students who serve as teaching assistants and who actually perform teaching duties are entitled to student aids pursuant to the NCHU Guidelines for Recruitment and Selection Labor-based Teaching Assistants.

  (2) Students who serve as part-time, labor-type administrative assistants are entitled to student aids in accordance with Article 8 herein.

* Scholarship and student aid payments begin in August for current students (September for new students) and end in July of the following year. The scholarship and student aid amount may be adjusted by each department, graduate institute, and degree program on a monthly basis.

* Each department, graduate institute, and degree program formulates its own scholarship and student aid review regulations, based on which a committee is established to review matters related to the application for and allocation of scholarship and student aid in the department, graduate institute, or degree program.

Student Rewards and Penalties

  • There are six types of student awards: commendations,minor merits, major merits, and conferral of certificates, medals, or prize money.
  • There are seven types of student penalty: written warning, reprimand, minor demerit, major demerit, probation, drop out and expulsion.
  • Faculty members and the responsible departments may give suggestion to the handling of students’ rewards and penalties but must do so by invoking the related clauses, and following the reward and penalty procedures.
  • The reward and penalty procedures for students shall be handled as follows:
    1. Faculty members and responsible departments that give suggestion on conferring a commendation or a minor merit, or imposing a reprimand or a minor
    demerit shall provide related documents for reference, which shall be handled by the Office of Student Affairs and the mentor in collaboration.
  1. The conferral of a major merit or rewards above a major merit, or the imposition of a major demerit or a penalty more serious than a major demerit shall be reviewed and passed by the Student Rewards and Penalties Committee, and approved by the President before an announcement is made on campus.
  2. When reviewing the conferral of a major merit or rewards above a major merit, or the imposition of a major demerit or a penalty more serious than a major demerit, the Student Rewards and Penalties Committee shall notify and invite related department heads, mentors, and personnel to attend the discussion. For imposing a major demerit or a penalty more serious than a major demerit, the
    student in question shall be notified and given the opportunity to explain and defend him/herself.
  3. Decisions of penalties shall be documented in writing, clearly stating the decisions, facts, reasons, remedies, duration and the responsible department.
  4. When conferring a major merit or rewards above a major merit, or imposing a major demerit or a penalty more serious than a major demerit, the University shall notify the parents or legal guardians of the student in question.
  • The disciplinary records of students shall not be deleted. However, students who are firsttime offender of these Regulations and are not imposed a major demerit may apply for expunction of disciplinary record. The Directives Governing the Expunction of Student Disciplinary Records shall be formulated separately.
    *The reward and penalty records of students on suspension of studies are effective after
    re-enrollment

Commencement

A solemn yet intimate occasion, each year, the University’s commencement ceremony is based on the NCHU motto–integrity, austerity, refinement, and diligence–which has inspired generations of graduates to serve their community and give back to society. Through the commencement ceremony, we hope to strengthen graduates’ ties with their teachers and alma mater, bless them with wonderful memories and best wishes, and launch them towards their goals in life.

Opening a Designated Direct Deposit Account–International Students

During enrollment, international students are required to open an account with a local bank and register their account information via the Student Account Registration. To open an account, please have the following documents ready:

  1. Alien residence certificate or passport
  2. Admission letter
  3. Personal seal

Directions (How to Get to NCHU)

At any of Taiwan’s four major international airports, follow the signs in the arrival hall to find bus services or free shuttles that will transport you to the nearest high-speed rail station. Make sure the destination of the ticket you purchase is Taichung City. Once you arrive in Taichung, a convenient network of public and private transportation options, including passenger rails, buses, shared bikes, and taxis, is available. For real-time bus tracking, visit the Taichung City Transportation Bureau’s bilingual website or download the app.

Dining Options Near NCHU

In addition to on-campus dining options, there is a wide variety of great dining establishments near NCHU for students on a tight budget. Some of your fellow students created this “food map,” and it’s a great way to get started with your hunt for cheap but delicious dining experiences.

Student Buddy Program for International Students

The Student Buddy Program is organized by the University’s International Pioneer Club, which matches international students with locals who can help them learn about Taiwanese culture and adapt to life in Taiwan. The program plays an important role in promoting cultural and language exchange and provides a unique opportunity for international and local students to make new friends and expand their horizons.

Information for Muslims

The University provides dedicated prayer rooms for Muslim students and faculty members. There is also a Muslim Student Association on campus where members will gladly help you navigate life in Taiwan as a Muslim.

Student Leave Request

  1. Enrolled students who are unable to appear in class must request a leave of absence in accordance with the National Chung Hsing University Rules Governing Student Leave Request.
  2. Students may submit a leave request in writing or via the online system, with each course instructor determining the preferred method.
  3. Approval of leave requests:
  • Taking leaves for 1-2 days requires approval from the course instructor;
  • Taking leaves for 3–5 days requires approval by the course instructor and mentor;
  • Taking leaves for 6-15 days requires approval by the course instructor, mentor, and head of the department or institute;
  • Taking leave for more than 16 days requires approval by the course instructor, mentor, head of department or institute,Vice Presidents of Student Affairs, and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Student Group Insurance

1. Students who are injured in an accident or hospitalized for treatment of an illness may file a student group insurance claim.

2. Eligibility: students with official NCHU student status or who are currently on a leave of absence are eligible as long as they continue to pay the necessary insurance premiums.

3. Deadline: claims must be submitted within 2 years of the incident.

4. Required documents:

  (1) An application form and a letter of consent for the insurance company’s inquiries;

  (2) A certificate of diagnosis (original copy preferred, or photocopy with the official seal of the medical institution);

  (3) Medical bill receipt (original copy preferred, or photocopy with the official seal of the medical institution);

  (4) A photocopy of your passbook cover (with the account holder, branch number, and account number clearly legible);

  (5) For claims involving bone fractures, a copy of the X-ray image is required.