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TAIWAN · TAIPEI

National Taipei University of Technology

public · Founded 1912 · Languages: Chinese, English

In short

National Taipei University of Technology is a top-ranked public technological university in Taiwan, specializing in engineering, design, and management with affordable tuition and living costs. It offers direct access to Taiwan's tech industry and provides English-taught programs with strong international student support.

Key facts

Type: Public
Founded: 1912
Students: 13,485
International students: 1,500
Acceptance rate: 40%
Tuition (intl): €3–5k/yr
Languages: CHINESE, ENGLISH
Location: Taipei, Taiwan

National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech) is a leading public technological university in Taipei, Taiwan, founded in 1912. Ranked QS #420 globally, Taipei Tech specialises in engineering, design, management, and applied sciences. It holds AACSB accreditation for business and is a member of the GLORIA international research alliance. Situated in Taiwan's technology heartland, its graduates are highly sought by global tech companies including TSMC, ASUS, and MediaTek.

Why study here

QS #420 globally with AACSB-accredited business programmes and strong engineering research profile.
Direct access to Taiwan's world-leading semiconductor and technology industry ecosystem.
English-taught programmes and active international student support for non-Chinese speakers.
Very affordable tuition (~EUR 2,500–5,000/year) and low living costs in Taipei.
Member of GLORIA international research alliance, enabling collaborative research across borders.

Student life

Taipei Tech's campus is located in Zhongzheng District, central Taipei, providing easy access to the city's extensive MRT network, night markets, cultural sites, and tech hubs. Student clubs cover sports, arts, engineering competitions, and cultural exchange. Taipei is renowned for its food, safety, and welcoming attitude toward international students. Taiwan's national health insurance covers international students.

Fees

InternationalAnnual tuition for international undergraduate students is approximately TWD 75,000–150,000 (~EUR 2,500–5,000). Graduate programme fees vary by programme.

HomeTaiwanese students pay similar rates at public universities — approximately TWD 55,000–85,000 per year (~EUR 1,800–2,800).

LivingMonthly living costs in Taipei are approximately EUR 500–800. Annual costs including accommodation: approximately EUR 6,000–9,600.

Taiwan's Ministry of Education and NTUT offer scholarships specifically for international students. Taiwan's National Health Insurance (NHI) covers students after 4 months of residence.

Admissions

Secondary EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent for bachelor's programmes.

Bachelor's DegreeRelevant bachelor's degree for master's programmes.

Chinese ProficiencyMost programmes taught in Chinese — TOCFL or equivalent may be required. English-taught programmes available.

IELTS5.5+ for English-medium programmes

TOEFL iBT72+ for English-medium programmes

Rankings

QS World University Rankings 2025420

QS Asia University Rankings 202582

University scholarships

Taiwan Ministry of Education ScholarshipFull tuition + monthly stipend TWD 15,000

NTUT International Student ScholarshipPartial tuition waiver

Taiwan ICDF ScholarshipFull scholarship for eligible countries

Accreditation

Accredited by the Ministry of Education of Taiwan (MOE). Business programmes accredited by AACSB International. Member of the Global Research and Industry Alliance (GLORIA).

Scholarships

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Taiwan

Taiwan MOFA Scholarship (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Scholarship)

For international students — mainly from countries with ties to Taiwan — to pursue a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree at universities in Taiwan. It combines a tuition subsidy with a monthly living stipend; applications are made through a Taiwan embassy or representative office.

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU)

NYCU Taiwan International Scholarship (Spring Intake)

Currently enrolled international students at NYCU (not Taiwanese citizens) holding a minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.5 (graduate), who are not recipients of other government scholarships and do not hold a working ARC or visa.

Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU)

Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) Scholarship

Open to international students (non-R.O.C. nationality), overseas Chinese students (including Hong Kong and Macao), and Mainland Chinese students via designated procedures, applying for the Spring 2026 intake. Applicants must hold academic qualifications recognised by Taiwan's Ministry of Education (MOE) appropriate to the degree level sought, in the medical and health sciences.

Ministry of Education (MOE), Republic of China (Taiwan)

Taiwan MOE Scholarship (Taiwan Scholarship Programme)

For international students (excluding overseas Chinese and nationals of the Republic of China) with a strong academic record applying for bachelor's, master's, or doctoral study at Taiwanese universities. Applicants apply through the Taiwan embassy or representative office in their home country during the annual window.

Chang Gung University (CGU)

Chang Gung University Taiwan Scholarships

Open to international applicants of all nationalities holding the required prior qualification (high-school diploma for undergraduate study, a bachelor's degree for graduate study) and meeting the English- or Chinese-language requirement for the chosen programme, with proof of sufficient financial resources.

National Tsing Hua University (NTHU)

National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) Scholarships in Taiwan

Open to international students who are non-Taiwanese nationals, in good physical and mental health, and applying to only one programme per cycle. Bachelor's applicants need a high-school diploma, Master's applicants a Bachelor's degree, and PhD applicants a Master's degree. Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent) is normally required.

Frequently asked questions

What are the annual tuition fees for international students at National Taipei University of Technology?

Annual tuition for international undergraduate students is approximately TWD 75,000–150,000, which is about EUR 2,500–5,000. Graduate programme fees vary depending on the specific program.

What are the estimated living costs for students in Taipei?

Monthly living costs in Taipei are estimated to be around EUR 500–800. Including accommodation, the annual costs are approximately EUR 6,000–9,600.

Does National Taipei University of Technology offer scholarships for international students?

Yes, Taiwan's Ministry of Education and NTUT offer scholarships specifically for international students, including full tuition and stipends, or partial tuition waivers.

What are the English language proficiency requirements for English-taught programs?

For English-medium programmes, applicants generally need an IELTS score of 5.5 or higher, or a TOEFL iBT score of 72 or higher.

What academic qualifications are needed for admission?

For bachelor's programmes, a high school diploma or equivalent is required. For master's programmes, a relevant bachelor's degree is necessary.

Last updated 3 July 2026