National Taiwan University

National Taiwan University (NTU; 國立台灣大學) is a leading public research university located in Taipei, Taiwan. It was established in 1928 as the Taihoku Imperial University during Japanese rule. After Japan's defeat in World War II, the university was renamed National Taiwan University and became the flagship university of the newly established Republic of China on Taiwan.

NTU has played a pivotal role in Taiwan's development, producing many of the country's leading intellectuals, politicians, and business leaders. The university is also a major center for research and innovation, and its graduates are highly sought-after by employers around the world.

Today, NTU is one of the most prestigious universities in Asia, and it is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts, sciences, humanities, engineering, and medicine. NTU is also home to several world-class research centers, including the Institute of Molecular Biology, the National Nano Device Laboratories, and the Academia Sinica.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2025, National Taiwan University is positioned as the #68 top university in the world, which makes it the #1 top university in Taiwan. The university's global rank is improved by 1 point from last year.

University Profile

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2025 Ranking	#68 #1
University Name	National Taiwan University
Name in Local Language	國立台灣大學
Acronym	NTU
Year Established	1928
Motto	敦品勵學，愛國愛人
Motto in English	Integrity, Diligence, Fidelity, Compassion
Governing Type	Public
Student Body	Co-education
Highest Degree	Doctorate
Campus Type	Urban
Colors	Maroon and Gold

Location

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Address	1, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Road, Taipei, Taiwan

Contact

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Phone	+886 (2) 3366-3366
Fax	+886 (2) 2362-7651
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Programs and Courses

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	Bachelor's Degrees	Master's Degrees	Doctorate Degrees	Diplomas
Arts & Humanities				n/a
Business & Social Sciences				n/a
Engineering				n/a
Language & Cultural Studies				n/a
Medicine & Health				n/a
Science & Technology				n/a

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Global Ranking History

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Admission Info

NTU’s admission process emphasizes academic excellence and well-rounded achievements. Undergraduate and graduate applications are submitted online, with requirements including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, a statement of purpose, and proof of English or Chinese language proficiency. International students can apply through the Office of International Affairs, which offers comprehensive support during the application process. Program-specific requirements may apply, particularly for graduate studies.

Accepts International Students	Yes

Scholarship and Financial Aids

NTU provides a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to support both domestic and international students. These include merit-based scholarships such as the NTU International Student Scholarship, which covers tuition fees and living expenses. Additionally, students can access government-funded programs like the Taiwan Scholarship, aimed at promoting international education and cultural exchange. NTU also offers department-specific scholarships and financial aid to ensure accessibility to world-class education.

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