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Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 135 Universities in Taiwan

Taiwan is divided into 13 counties, 6 special municipalities, and 3 cities. The majority of higher education institutions meeting the uniRank selection criteria are located in the special municipality of Taipei, which is the largest city and capital of Taiwan. The following uniRank sub-rankings and league tables take into account all counties that include at least one Taiwanese higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

Changhua County (4)  
Chiayi County (6)  
Hsinchu County (6)  
Hualien County (3)  
Kaohsiung (13)  
Keelung County (3)  
Kinmen County (1)  
Miaoli County (2)  
Nantou County (2)  
New Taipei (13)  
Penghu County (1)  
Pingtung County (4)  
Taichung (17)  
Tainan (14)  
Taipei (28)  
Taitung County (1)  
Taoyuan (11)  
Yilan County (3)  
Yunlin County (3)  

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Overview of Taiwan Universities

Taiwan's higher education system features 135 accredited institutions blending academic excellence with global research impact. The system includes public universities (state-funded) and private institutions (independent funding), offering comprehensive and specialized programs across STEM, humanities, business and technology fields. Universities emphasize innovation, international collaboration and industry partnerships, with degrees at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels recognized worldwide. Taiwan's tech-oriented economy drives strong engineering and computer science programs, while Mandarin language courses attract international students.

Top 10 Taiwan Universities

1. National Taiwan University (國立台灣大學) - NTU
   Country Rank: 1 | World Rank: 221 - Taipei City, Taipei. Founded 1945. Public research-intensive comprehensive university offering diverse disciplines at undergraduate to PhD levels.
2. National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (國立陽明交通大學) - NYCU
   Country Rank: 2 | World Rank: 630 - Taipei City, Taipei. Founded 2021. Public research-focused comprehensive university with programs from bachelor's to doctoral degrees.
3. National Cheng Kung University (國立成功大學) - NCKU
   Country Rank: 3 | World Rank: 729 - Tainan City, Tainan. Founded 1931. Public comprehensive research university offering multidisciplinary programs at all academic levels.
4. National Taiwan Normal University (國立台灣師範大學) - NTNU
   Country Rank: 4 | World Rank: 771 - Taipei City, Taipei. Founded 1922. Public comprehensive university with research emphasis across undergraduate, master's and PhD programs.
5. National Tsing Hua University (國立清華大學) - NTHU
   Country Rank: 5 | World Rank: 783 - Hsinchu, Hsinchu County. Founded 1911. Public research-intensive comprehensive university offering bachelor's to doctoral degrees.
6. National Chengchi University (國立政治大學) - NCCU
   Country Rank: 6 | World Rank: 923 - Taipei City, Taipei. Founded 1927. Public comprehensive research university with programs across all academic levels.
7. Tamkang University (淡江大學) - TKU
   Country Rank: 7 | World Rank: 1082 - New Taipei City, New Taipei. Founded 1950. Private comprehensive university offering diverse bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs.
8. National Sun Yat-Sen University (國立中山大學) - NSYSU
   Country Rank: 8 | World Rank: 1228 - Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung. Founded 1980. Public research-focused comprehensive university with multi-level degree programs.
9. National Central University (國立中央大學) - NCU
   Country Rank: 9 | World Rank: 1263 - Taoyuan City, Taoyuan. Founded 1915. Public comprehensive research university offering undergraduate to PhD education.
10. National Chung Hsing University (國立中興大學) - NCHU
    Country Rank: 10 | World Rank: 1486 - Taichung City, Taichung. Founded 1919. Public research-intensive comprehensive university with programs at all academic levels.

Analysis of University Types

Taiwan's 135 universities show distinct governance distribution: 45 public institutions (33.3% of total) receive state funding, while 88 private universities (65.2%) operate independently. Public universities dominate the top rankings and research output, while private institutions expand access to higher education nationwide. The remaining 2 universities (1.5%) have unspecified control types.

Global Ranking and Standing

Taiwan universities demonstrate strong global presence with 6 institutions ranked within the world's top 1,000 (4.4% of Taiwan's universities). Though none currently rank in the global top 200, these top-tier universities drive research innovation and attract international students. The presence of six universities in the top 1,000 reflects Taiwan's growing academic influence and competitive STEM programs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Taiwan's #1 ranked university?
A: National Taiwan University (NTU) consistently ranks as Taiwan's top institution, holding the #1 position nationally and #221 globally according to uniRank.

Q: Are Taiwan university degrees recognized internationally?
A: Yes, degrees from accredited Taiwanese universities are globally recognized, with many programs receiving international accreditation in engineering, business and technology fields.

Q: What percentage of Taiwan universities are public?
A: Approximately 33% of Taiwan's 135 universities are public institutions, representing 45 state-funded universities.

Q: Do Taiwan universities offer English-taught programs?
A: Yes, most top universities offer English-taught degrees, particularly at graduate level in STEM, business and international studies programs.

Q: Which Taiwanese city has the most top universities?
A: Taipei hosts the highest concentration of elite institutions, including 4 of Taiwan's top 6 universities: NTU, NYCU, NTNU and NCCU.

Since 2005, UniRank provides original research, valuable information and resources to help you explore and make informed decisions about Taiwanese universities and their online presence.

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