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National Sun Yat-Sen University

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world rank  1228

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Overview

Founded in 1980, the National Sun Yat-Sen University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Kaohsiung City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kaohsiung. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Taiwan, National Sun Yat-Sen University (NSYSU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Taiwanese higher education institution. National Sun Yat-Sen University (NSYSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 44-year-old Taiwanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NSYSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

National Sun Yat-Sen University's Control Typepublic

Entity

National Sun Yat-Sen University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

National Sun Yat-Sen University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

National Sun Yat-Sen University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) 國立中山大學
Acronym NSYSU
Founded 1980 Origins date back to 1924
Motto Study extensively; Enquire accurately; Reflect carefully; Discriminate clearly; Practice earnestly
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University Location

Address No.70, Lienhai Road
Kaohsiung City
80424 Kaohsiung
Taiwan
National Sun Yat-Sen University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
National Sun Yat-Sen University Phone Number (7) 525 2000
National Sun Yat-Sen University Fax Number (7) 525 2630
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of National Sun Yat-Sen 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 Sun Yat-Sen University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of National Sun Yat-Sen 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 Sun Yat-Sen University.



National Sun Yat-Sen 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
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

National Sun Yat-Sen University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

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 Sun Yat-Sen University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

National Sun Yat-Sen University has more than 600 international students.

National Sun Yat-Sen University's Admission Office Admission Office

No. 70, Lienhai Road
Kaohsiung City 80424
(7) 525 2632


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

National Sun Yat-Sen University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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 Sun Yat-Sen University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


National Sun Yat-Sen University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Library University Library

Yes Visit National Sun Yat-Sen University's Library


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Housing University Housing

Yes


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


National Sun Yat-Sen University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

National Sun Yat-Sen University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Taiwan

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1980


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Council of Taiwan
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Institute of Engineering Education Taiwan (IEET)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Taiwan Comprehensive University System (TCUS)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the National Sun Yat-Sen University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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