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Overview

National Central University (國立中央大學) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Taoyuan City, Taoyuan, Taiwan. Established in 1915, National Central University (NCU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Taiwan. NCU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 111-year-old Taiwanese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. NCU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

National Central University's Control Typepublic

Entity

National Central University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

National Central University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

National Central University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 國立中央大學
Acronym NCU
Founded 1915
Motto Sincerity and Simplicity
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Location

Address No. 300, Zhongda Road, Zhongli District
Taoyuan City
32001 Taoyuan
Taiwan
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National Central University Phone Number (3) 422 7151
National Central University Fax Number (3) 422 6062
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

National Central University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Taiwan

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1979


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important National Central University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Council of Taiwan


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize National Central University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

National Central University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of National Central University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify National Central University's academic range and degree level offering.



National Central University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

National Central University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

National Central University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of National Central University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at National Central University.



National Central University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact National Central University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official National Central University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

National Central University Admission Info


National Central University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

National Central University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


National Central University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

National Central University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

National Central University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


National Central University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
National Central University has more than 900 international students.


National Central University's Admission Office Admission Office

No. 300, Zhongda Road, Zhongli District
Taoyuan City 32001
(3) 422 7151


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact National Central University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

National Central University Size and Profile


National Central University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

National Central University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


National Central University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

National Central University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


National Central University's Control Type Control Type

National Central University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


National Central University's Entity Type Entity Type

National Central University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


National Central University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

National Central University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


National Central University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

National Central University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


National Central University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


National Central University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

National Central University Facilities


National Central University's Library University Library

Yes Visit National Central University's Library


National Central University's Housing University Housing

Yes


National Central University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


National Central University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

National Central University Services


National Central University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


National Central University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


National Central University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


National Central University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


National Central University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

National Central University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of National Central University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

National Central University
  • College of Liberal Arts
  • College of Science
  • College of Engineering
  • School of Management
  • College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
  • College of Earth Science
  • College of Hakka Studies
  • College of Health Science and Technology

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Memberships and Affiliations

National Central University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important National Central University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

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Free Online Courses

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National Central University is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is National Central University public or private?

National Central University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is National Central University profit or non-profit?

National Central University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of National Central University in terms of enrollment?

National Central University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of National Central University in terms of academic staff?

National Central University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is National Central University a coeducational institution?

National Central University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does National Central University use?

National Central University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is National Central University affiliated with?

None.

Does National Central University admit international students?

Yes. National Central University has more than 900 international students.

What is National Central University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

National Central University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend National Central University NCU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is National Central University NCU located?

National Central University is located in Taoyuan City, Taoyuan, Taiwan. Address: No. 300, Zhongda Road, Zhongli District.

Is National Central University NCU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, National Central University is accredited by Ministry of Education of Taiwan (since 1979).

Does National Central University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does National Central University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does National Central University have a university library?

Yes

Does National Central University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does National Central University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does National Central University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does National Central University offer career services?

Not reported

Does National Central University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does National Central University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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