Study abroad semester in Taiwan
Welcome to Taiwan!
Taiwan has an history both of independence and foreign occupation. It was a Dutch, Japanese and Chinese colony. Nowadays Taiwan is a partially sovereign state under Chinese influence. Its climate is tropical or subtropical, with long and humid summers. Buddhism and Taoism are the most professed religions on the island, and Taiwan is said to be one of the most religiously tolerant places in the world. The country has gained a notable level of wealth and welfare for its citizens throughout the years. The service sector is extremely developed, and cutting-edge technologies are contributing strongly to its economy.
Business is not the sole point of strength of Taiwan: the country has an extensive system of national parks and national scenic areas, that makes it possible for its citizens and its tourists to enjoy a good range of outdoor activities. Its cuisine and its martial arts activities are exquisite and highly popular both within the national borders and abroad. Taiwan is for sure a desirable place to live and thrive in.
What are the best universities in Taiwan for semester students?
Are you still undecided whether or not Taiwan might be an appealing destination for you? On wearefreemovers you can find a selection of 4 academic institutions offering you the possibility of spending a semester or a full academic year in Taiwan. Let’s check some statistics about them.
Here you can see the positions of the Taiwanese institutions among the world’s best universities rankings.
| NAME | QS | THE | ARWU | CWUR | CWTS | Eduniversal palmes | U.S. News & World Report's Best Global Universities Rankings | Webometrics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Chengchi University - College of Commerce | 581-590 | 801–1000 | - | 1260 | - | 4 | 1311 | - |
| National Taiwan Normal University | 331 | 601–800 | 901-1000 | 1012 | 893 | - | 1012 | - |
| National Central University | 465 | 801–1000 | 701-800 | 549 | - | - | 648 | - |
| Taipei Medical University | 387 | 301–350 | 601-700 | 694 | 593 | - | 831 | 882 |
Results are undoubtedly solid. You can choose any of those institutions without worrying about international recognition of your study abroad semester.
Costs and fees
Taiwan is a medium expensive country. Monthly costs of living for a single person are close to 750€. Keep in mind that, as a student, you could have access to various discounts which can include food, travel, and accommodation expenses.
When it comes to university’s fees, Taiwan is not that expensive, with a median 2550€/semester for free mover students.
Which Taiwanese cities are available to free movers?
Currently there are 2 cities that accept free movers in Taiwan. Here you can find Taiwanese institutions divided by city:
