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Tunghai University

Taichung City, Taiwan

Semester 1 (Fall)

Early September – Mid January
Application Deadline |  October 1

Semester 2 (Spring)

Mid February – Late June
Application Deadline | October 1

Summer Mini Semester

Late May – Late June 
Early Bird Application | January 3
Regular Application | February 15

 

Tunghai University’s International College is the first English immersion undergraduate program in Taiwan. Students can take one of three different degrees, and all coursework is taught in English.

Taichung City
Taichung City is the second most populous city in Taiwan. Notable activities in the city include museums, parks, temples, night markets, and famous hot springs. 

Summer Mini Semester Program
The International College offers a special 5-week summer program in collaboration with the Consortium for Study Abroad in Taiwan. International students will study alongside local students from the IC, and will have the opportunity to engage in cultural activities and day trips while not in class.

All courses at the IC are offered in English, and students can also take Chinese language classes alongside their English coursework. Visit the below links for additional details on the programs offered at the IC, and to view course lists. Course descriptions are available upon request.

Examples of courses include:

In addition to the courses offered at the IC, some other departments offer coursework in English. Full lists of all available courses taught in English can be accessed on this webpage. Information on Chinese language courses, which are available for all levels of study, can be found on this webpage.

Housing and Campus Life

On-campus housing in student dormitories is available, and exchange students are given preference in housing placement. Dorm style is very different than in the US, with four students sharing a room and communal laundry and bathroom facilities. Dorms are separated into male and female, with additional rules placed on female dorms (including: no males entering the building, and a midnight curfew). For students who select to live off-campus, the international office is able to assist in locating a place to stay.

Your semester at Tunghai University can be affordable! You will pay your regular ESF tuition and fees and will then be responsible for additional costs which can include tuition differential, flight, housing, study abroad health insurance, food, and travel and incidentals. See below for a sample budget breakdown. Please note, the amount of money you spend will vary greatly depending on your lifestyle: for example if you travel often on weekends or during holidays, go out a lot, do a lot of shopping, etc.

*Note: all costs in USD. Costs are only estimates and are subject to change.

Photos from past students in the Tunghai program.
Photos from past students in the Tunghai program.