National Taiwan Normal University

About the University

校園資訊

Basic Information
School Introduction
Distinguished Alumni
Admission Highlights
Departments and Programs
Video Gallery
Scholarships/Tuition Fees
Admissions Map

Information

Address

No.162, Sec. 1, Heping E. Rd., Taipei City 10610, Taiwan

Tuition and Accommodation Fees

Tuition: 47,180-55,200 NTD/YR
Accommodation: 11,900-51,860 NTD/YR
Living expenses: 120,000 NTD/YR

Social Media

https://www.facebook.com/NTNU.Taiwan/

大學系統

School admissions website

Introduction

Founded in 1922, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) is a century-old institution with a strong academic tradition. Since the liberalization of teacher education in 1994, NTNU has transformed into a comprehensive university, now comprising 10 colleges and 67 departments and institutes, with over 10,000 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs.

NTNU operates across three campuses, Heping, Gongguan, and Linkou, covering approximately 137 hectares. Alongside strengths in the humanities, sciences, social sciences, and management, the University is internationally recognized for excellence in education, arts, music, and sports.

NTNU has a strong and dynamic research environment, with six research centers at the university level, twenty at the college level, and seventeen at the department level. Among these, four have been recognized as Featured Research Centers under Taiwan’s Higher Education Sprout Project.

A leader in internationalization and bilingual education, NTNU offers more than 900 English-taught courses and has been recognized by the Ministry of Education as a Bilingual Benchmark University. Building on its humanistic foundation, NTNU continues to integrate technology and innovation, advancing toward a globally renowned university with both classical heritage and modern vision.

Inter-school Academic Exchange and Resource Sharing

Since 2016, NTNU has partnered with National Taiwan University and National Taiwan University of Science and Technology to form the NTU System, creating a cross-university learning environment. Upon enrollment, students gain access to the academic resources of three leading universities, including cross-registration for courses, mutual credit recognition, shared use of libraries, sports facilities, and learning spaces, as well as participation in a wide range of international and cultural exchange activities. With a combined community of nearly 60,000 faculty members and students, the NTU System offers an extensive academic and professional network, enabling students to broaden their learning opportunities and future career prospects within a single degree program.

International Exchange and Cooperation

Our University has established partnerships with over 400 prestigious universities worldwide, spanning all five continents, offering opportunities such as cross-national dual degree programs, student exchanges, visiting student programs, and short-term overseas language, cultural, and internship experiences. In 2018, NTNU was recommended by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) Visiting Officers, becoming the first teacher education institution in Taiwan authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Teacher Certification. Graduates who complete this program are eligible to teach at over 5,000 IB schools worldwide, opening doors to international teaching careers.

Alumni

洪美楓 Ang Mei Foong

Head/Senior lecturer in the Department of Music, Universiti Putra Malaysia

Malaysia

She is a full-time lecturer in the Department of Music at Universiti Putra Malaysia and an active musician in Malaysia, with performance experience spanning Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, as well as Taiwan, Rome, Melbourne, Hong Kong, and Macau. She is frequently invited to serve as a solo lead singer in major concerts and as a principal performer in large-scale operas, and is also regularly engaged to lead master classes as a vocal mentor. In addition to performing and teaching internationally, she is actively involved in vocal research and the development of music communities. In 2019, she received the National Academic Award for Performing Arts from the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia.

張貴興 Chang Kuei Hsing

Malaysian Chinese writer in Taiwan

Malaysia

The 21st Outstanding Alumnus of our university and a graduate of the Department of English (Class of 1969), he was awarded the Newman Prize for Chinese Literature in the United States on March 4, 2023. For works such as Elephant Herds, The Monkey Cup, and Wild Boar Crossing the River, he has received numerous major literary honors, including the China Times Literary Award for Best Novel (Million-Dollar Prize), the United Daily News Readers’ Choice Best Book Award, the Golden Tripod Award, the United Daily News Literary Award, the Hua Zong Literature Award (Malaysian Chinese Literature Grand Prize), and the Dream of the Red Chamber Award (First Prize).

白偉權 Pek Wee Chuen

Head/Associate Professor, Department of Southeast Asian Studies, New Era University College

Malaysia

He holds a PhD in Geography from our university and currently serves as Academic Director of the Malaysian Chinese Community Research Centre. He is an editorial board member of the Journal of Independent Chinese Secondary Education published by the United Chinese School Committees’ Association of Malaysia (UCSCAM) and a columnist for Malaysiakini. He has previously served as Geography Subject Consultant to the Unified Curriculum Committee of Dong Jiao Zong and as Executive Editor of the Malaysian Dong Zong senior high school geography textbooks World Geography, Human Geography, and Physical Geography. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum Annual and a Research Fellow at the Global Hakka Cultural Research Center, National Taiwan Normal University.

李明慧 Taylor Lee

New Generation Literary Talent

Hong Kong

Pen name Bu Xiu (born 1995), also known as Taylor; real name Lee Minghui. Born in Hong Kong, she graduated from Carmel Divine Grace Foundation Secondary School and completed her studies in the Department of Chinese at our university in 2018.

In 2019, she pursued studies at the School of Literature of the Beijing Film Academy.
In 2015, she began writing under the pen name “Immortal” on Instagram, gaining significant attention across social media platforms. In 2018, her published works appeared on the bestseller lists of multiple bookstores.
She has been described by the media as a “new-generation literary talent,” a post-90s Hong Kong writer.

楊仲青 Yang Chung-Ching

Principal of Anmer International School

Myanmar

An alumnus of the Institute of Sinology, Overseas Chinese Studies Program, at our university, he was recognized in 2020 by the Overseas Compatriot Affairs Commission as an Outstanding Myanmar Alumnus of Taiwanese Universities. He received the New Taipei City Outstanding Youth Award in 2018 and the Overseas Outstanding Youth Honorary Medal in 2017, and in 2015 was honored as a “Public Affairs Influencer” through the Smiling Land platform of the Creative Industries Center at Chinese Culture University.

鍾金鉤 Choong Kam Kow

A National Treasure–level Art Master of Malaysia

Malaysia

Widely acclaimed as a “National Treasure–level Art Master” of Malaysia, he is a former President of the Malaysian Institute of Art and the first distinguished alumnus of our university. In 2000, he was awarded the KMN Medal by the Supreme Head of State of Malaysia in recognition of his meritorious service and outstanding artistic achievements. He also received the Huasui Art Lifetime Achievement Award and, in 2018, was honored with the first Global Outstanding Taiwanese Alumni Award from Taiwan’s Ministry of Education.

梁偉勝 Leong Wai Seng

Chairman of Wei Sheng Technology Co., Ltd.

Hong Kong

The 12th distinguished alumnus of our university, he previously serves as Chairman of Wei Sheng Technology Co., Ltd. During his student years, despite facing financial hardship, General Manager Liang studied diligently and worked tirelessly to build a strong foundation in the humanities, mathematics, science and technology, and management. After graduation, he achieved notable success in the technology industry. Deeply committed to his alma mater, he actively supports younger students and has donated scholarships to assist economically disadvantaged overseas Chinese students, hoping that financial difficulties will not deprive them of educational opportunities. He is also passionate about public welfare, always willing to help others, and consistently shows concern for underprivileged groups in society, having made numerous donations to various social organizations in recent years.

鄧淑瑩 Ten Suh Yeen

President of the Malaysian Alumni Association of NTNU

Founder and Principal of Oasis Education Group

Malaysia

In 2022, she received the “Outstanding Educational Institution Award” at the Nanyang Excellence in Education Awards, and in 2023, she was honored with the Sin Chew Exemplary Enterprise Award. In 2018, she received the Outstanding Alumnus Award from the Department of Educational Psychology and Counseling at National Taiwan Normal University. With over 25 years of experience in early childhood education, she is the Founder and Principal of Cactus Holistic Education Center, Founder and Consultant of Jurassic Parent-Child Center, and serves as a consultant for the Seremban Oasis Branch and Jenjarum Oasis Branch. She has also served as a part-time lecturer in the Department of Education at New Era University and has been invited multiple times by various organizations in Malaysia to deliver talks and share insights on parenting education.

鄭錫杰 Cheang Sek Kit

Chairman of the Macau Alumni Association of NTNU

Macau

Chairman of the Macau Alumni Association of our school, Director of the Educational Research and Educational Reform Auxiliary Department of the Macau Education and Youth Affairs Bureau, manages the Macau Alumni Association of our school and organizes summer overseas activities for Macau alumni for young students to participate in.

劉天吉 Liu Tian Ji

Executive Director of S Holdings

Malaysia

Executive Director of S Holdings, the 5th outstanding alumnus of our school.

He has been actively involved in youth movements in Malaysia for 15 years, focusing on youth development, and founded the Oratory Circle to promote public speaking and presentation training, nurturing countless young talents. From 2000 to 2006, he served three consecutive terms as President of the Selangor State NTNU Alumni Association in Malaysia, actively promoting cultural and educational activities. From 2004 to 2006, he was elected President of the Federation of Malaysian Alumni Associations of Taiwanese Universities, spearheading various cultural and educational initiatives that greatly enhanced the reputation and honor of Malaysian alumni in Taiwan.

賴觀福 Lai Kuan Fook

Founding President of the FAATUM

Malaysia

Founding President of the Selangor NTNU Alumni Association and the Federation of Malaysian Alumni Associations of Taiwanese Universities, he is regarded as a figurehead for Malaysian NTNU alumni and Malaysians who studied in Taiwan. He has dedicated approximately 20 years to Chinese-language education, nurturing countless talented Chinese-language professionals.

For many years, he has tirelessly researched and promoted Chinese culture, Confucianism, and Hakka culture, achieving widely recognized accomplishments. After retirement, he served as Executive Secretary-General of the United Chinese Assembly of Malaysia, dedicating 12 years to Chinese community affairs, with immeasurable contributions to the overseas Chinese community.

羅美玲 Loh Meei-ling

Member of the Legislative Yuan of the Republic of China

Malaysia

Alumna of the Department of Geography at our university, she served as a legislator in the 11th Legislative Yuan of the Republic of China and was formerly director of the New Immigrant Affairs Department of the Democratic Progressive Party, as well as a senior advisor to the Malaysian Association of Commerce and Industry. She has also held positions as a member of the 18th and 19th Nantou County Council, and as chairwoman of both the Nantou County New Immigrant Women’s Care Association and the Taiwan New Immigrant Rights Care Association.

Highlights

Excellent Teaching Quality and Academic Reputation

NTNU’s faculty members bring extensive international academic and research experience and enjoy strong reputations in their respective fields. Actively engaged in global collaboration and scholarly exchange, they represent a broad range of disciplines, including education, languages, sciences, arts, humanities, and social sciences, combining excellence in both teaching and research. With diverse expertise and a strong record of publications, many faculty members also play influential roles in academic research and public policy development.

In recent years, 37 NTNU faculty members have been recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists, as compiled by Stanford University and published by Elsevier based on the Scopus citation database. They were acknowledged in both the “career-long scientific impact” and “single-year impact” categories.

Broaden Your Horizons with Cross-Disciplinary Learning

NTNU offers flexible electives and cross-disciplinary programs, allowing students to pursue a second major, dual degree, minor, or credit-based certificate program. Through these options, students develop interdisciplinary skills, expand career opportunities, and gain international perspectives. With access to the National Taiwan University System, students can pursue cross-university double majors or minors, gaining access to even more learning resources.

NTNU provides over 50 credit-based certificate programs in areas such as AI, design, translation, international relations, semiconductors, ESG sustainability, the metaverse, business analytics, and Hakka culture. Combining theory and practical training, students completing 20 credits earn a certificate, preparing them with the skills and knowledge needed for future careers.

Global Exchange & Collaboration

Building on its strong global presence, NTNU has established partnerships with over 400 leading universities worldwide, collaborating on flagship academic forums, student exchanges, dual degree programs, research projects, and benchmarking visits. Key partners include Purdue University (USA), University of Texas at Austin (USA), University of British Columbia (Canada), Osaka University and Kyushu University (Japan), Hanyang University (Korea), Goethe University Frankfurt (Germany), University of Bordeaux (France), University of Glasgow (UK), and University of Queensland (Australia). Each year, the University offers around 1,000 exchange opportunities, allowing students to study abroad without paying the often high tuition fees at partner institutions, and in certain programs, credits earned abroad can be transferred back to NTNU, further enhancing students’ international experience and academic development.

Departments

School Departments and Programs

College of Education

College of Arts

College of Science

College of the Arts

College of Technology and Engineering

College of Sports and Recreation

College of International Studies and Social Sciences

College of Music

College of Management

College of Interdisciplinary Industry-Acdemia Innovation

Photos Videos

Photos

Videos

NTNU Office of International Affairs Channel

National Taiwan Normal University Official Channel

Scholarships

Scholarships for Overseas Chinese Students

Scholarship types and application procedures may change each year. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our office and check the Table of Scholarships for Overseas Chinese Students at NTNU.

From admission to graduation, overseas Chinese students can apply for both on-campus and off-campus scholarships. Eligibility, award periods, and amounts vary, with the maximum award reaching NT$150,000 per year.

Excitingly, around 80% of overseas Chinese students receive scholarships!

Tuition and Miscellaneous Fees

College Name	Tuition and Miscellaneous Fees
College of Education	NTD 47,180 – 54,760
College of Liberal Arts	NTD 47,180 – 54,760
College of Science	NTD 54,760 – 55,200
College of Arts	NTD 54,760
College of Technology and Engineering	NTD 55,200
College of Sports and Recreation	NTD 54,760
College of Music	NTD 54,760
College of Management	NTD 54,760
College of International Studies and Social Sciences	NTD 47,180

Living Expenses

Living expenses: Approximately NTD 120,000 per year

Accommodation: NTD 11,900-51,860 per year

One semester	One academic year	Other Notes
5,950	11,900	Dorm 1 (Male Dorm 1, Female Dorm 1, Female Dorm 1 Branch) 6-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
8,930	17,860	Female Dorm 1 Branch 4-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
11,670	23,340	Dorm 7 4-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
14,880	29,760	Cheng Building 4-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
18,700	37,400	Cheng Building 3-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
22,670	45,340	Cheng Building 2-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
15,300	30,600	Male and Female Dorm 2 4-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
20,400	40,800	Male Dorm 2 (larger bed) 3-person room with air conditioning and shared bathroom
25,930	51,860	Male and Female Dorm 2 2-person suite with air conditioning