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National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) Admission Guide for International Students

How international students apply to National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) in Taichung, Taiwan — its agriculture, veterinary and life-science strengths and English-taught options.

Last updated 13 July 2026

Key facts

Known for: Agriculture, veterinary medicine, life sciences (Taichung, central Taiwan)
Location: Taichung City, Taiwan
Type: Public national research university
Distinctive: Home to Taiwan's first independent College of Veterinary Medicine (established 1999)
Teaching language: Mandarin plus a growing number of full English-taught programs
Apply via: NCHU Office of International Affairs (online) — verify deadlines officially
Tuition & scholarships: Vary by program — verify on the official OIA site

NCHU: an agriculture and life-sciences university in Taichung

National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) is a public research university in Taichung, in central Taiwan. Among Taiwan's national universities it is especially associated with agriculture and the life sciences.

NCHU is well known for agriculture, veterinary medicine, and the biological and life sciences, alongside engineering, science and management. This guide is an overview for international applicants; confirm current programmes and requirements on the official NCHU international-students pages.

Fields NCHU is known for, and English-taught options

NCHU's distinctive strengths are in agriculture, veterinary medicine, and life and biological sciences, complemented by colleges of engineering, science, management, law and the liberal arts.

A number of programmes, particularly at graduate level, are offered in English for international students, while others are taught in Chinese (a level of Mandarin may be required). Check the language of instruction and the requirements for your target programme on the official NCHU pages.

Who can apply and eligibility

Admission as an "international student" follows the Taiwan Ministry of Education's rules on international-student status, plus each program's own academic requirements. Eligibility depends on your nationality/residency history and prior qualifications.

Exact eligibility criteria are set officially and can be updated. Confirm the current rules on the NCHU OIA site and the Ministry of Education's Study in Taiwan pages before assuming you qualify.

How to apply

International degree applicants apply online through the NCHU Office of International Affairs; NCHU states that it accepts online applications without mailing hard copies for the application stage. A single application can also let you apply for available scholarships at the same time.

Typical documents include academic transcripts, your diploma or proof of graduation, a language-proficiency certificate, a study plan, and financial documents. The exact document list, intake (fall is the main intake, with some spring options) and deadlines are set officially — verify them on the OIA site before you start.

Language and entry requirements

For English-taught programs you will usually submit an English test score such as IELTS or TOEFL; for Mandarin-taught programs you will usually submit a TOCFL result. Some graduate programs may ask for additional materials.

The minimum scores and any waivers are set per program and can change each cycle. Do not treat any figure you read elsewhere as fixed — confirm the current requirement on the official program page and verify before you apply.

Fees, scholarships and funding

Tuition and fees vary by college and by degree level, and NCHU, the Ministry of Education (MOE) and the Taiwan ICDF run scholarships and tuition-waiver schemes that international students may apply for. Amounts, eligibility and quotas are decided officially and change from year to year.

We do not quote fixed fees or stipend amounts here because they are volatile — check the current figures on the NCHU OIA site and the official scholarship pages, and verify before budgeting. No application service can guarantee you a scholarship.

Apply directly and avoid agent scams

NCHU states that it has not outsourced its admission process to agencies. The safest route is to apply directly through the official Office of International Affairs and to use only official email and portals.

No one can guarantee you admission, a scholarship or a visa in exchange for a fee — treat any such promise as a scam. If an "agent" asks for money to secure a place, stop and confirm the process on the official OIA site first.

Frequently asked questions

Does NCHU offer English-taught degree programs?

Yes. NCHU lists a growing number of full English-taught programs and courses, alongside many Mandarin-taught programs. Availability changes, so confirm the current English-taught list and each program's teaching language on the official Office of International Affairs site.

Do I need to know Mandarin to study at NCHU?

It depends on your program. English-taught programs generally require an English test (IELTS/TOEFL); Mandarin-taught programs generally require Chinese proficiency such as the TOCFL. Check the teaching language and requirement on the specific program page and verify officially.

Should I use an agent to apply to NCHU?

NCHU says it does not outsource admission to agencies, so apply directly through its official Office of International Affairs. No agent can guarantee admission or a scholarship for a fee — treat any such promise as a scam.

What documents does NCHU usually require?

Applications typically include transcripts, a diploma or proof of graduation, a language certificate, a study plan and financial documents. The exact list and deadlines are set officially and can change — confirm them on the NCHU OIA site before applying.

Are scholarships available for international students at NCHU?

NCHU, the Ministry of Education and the Taiwan ICDF offer scholarships and tuition waivers that international students may apply for, often within the same application. Amounts and eligibility vary and are decided officially — verify current details on the official pages.

Official sources

This guide explains the process and is for guidance only. Eligibility, dates, fees and rules change every year — always confirm the current details on the official site before you act.

Verified against: NCHU Office of International Affairs; NCHU College/Department of Veterinary Medicine — History (official); NCHU application procedure (international degree students); Study in Taiwan (Ministry of Education, Taiwan).

Last verified: 13 July 2026.