Summary
The prestigious National Taiwan University (NTU), one of the top-ranked universities in Asia, offers a comprehensive curriculum in virtually all fields. EAP in Taiwan offers UC students excellent opportunities for intensive study of traditional Chinese language. You may also enroll in regular NTU courses taught in English or Chinese, depending on student language ability. NTU’s main campus is in a spacious, park-like setting surrounded by shops, restaurants, and other business. The campus is easily accessible from the bustling heart of downtown Taipei.
Students attend language classes with UC students and may attend regular NTU courses with host country students and international students.
Duration
Fall semester: early September to mid-December or mid-January
Spring semester: mid-February to mid-June (dates may vary depending on the dates of Chinese New Year)
Academic year: early September to mid-June
You are encouraged to extend your EAP participation from the fall to the academic year.
Academic Focus
Intensive Chinese language instruction is available for students who are not fluent in Chinese. For students who have adequate proficiency in standard Chinese, regular host institution course work is available in a wide variety of fields. For students who have less proficiency in standard Chinese, there are some regular host university courses taught in English in a limited number of fields. Students with native or near-native Chinese language ability are strongly recommended to apply to the year program; they will take all (or all but one) of their courses in the regular NTU curriculum taught in Chinese.
Fall semester intensive Chinese courses end in mid-December. Fall semester courses end in mid-January. Students who take regular NTU courses during the fall semester must remain in Taipei through the end of the NTU semester in mid-January. Early departures are not permitted.
Use the following resources to learn about EAP courses:
- Subject Area Chart to find general areas of study.
- MyEAP Course Catalog to search for courses previously taken by UC students.
Additional courses may be available at host institutions or program locations and not all courses may still be offered. Since courses in new programs have not yet been taken for credit, they may not appear in the MyEAP Course Catalog.
- Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
Language of Instruction
Standard Chinese (traditional characters) and English
Language Study
Chinese language study is required each term if you are not proficient.
Internships, Research, and Independent Study
Internships and independent study for academic credit may be possible in this program. Arrangements are generally made at the Study Center after arrival at the host institution. Predeparture preparation may be required.
Units
You are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad: 21 UC quarter units per semester; depending on the number of units per course, three or four courses for students who take language courses, usually four or five courses for students who take NTU courses only.
Housing
Most EAP students live in NTU residence halls with other UC students and international students. You may make alternate arrangements for private housing.
On-site Support
EAP students are supported by UC’s network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. UC faculty and local staff abroad help students integrate into the culture of their host country and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.
See the EAP Student's Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).
Host Institutions
- National Taiwan University (NTU)
National Taiwan University, Taipei
EAP Taiwan is based at the National Taiwan University (NTU) in the capital city of Taipei. NTU, or Taida as it is known locally, is one of the top-ranked institutions in Asia. The university has distinguished departments in the humanities, social sciences, and the natural and applied sciences. Graduate institutes of international repute in such fields as art history, Chinese literature, history, musicology, philosophy, theater, food science, and a number of science and engineering fields; and research centers in population and gender studies, biotechnology, and biodiversity complete the academic panorama at NTU.
NTU enrolls about 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Admission to the university is gained through a highly competitive exam. Acceptance is considered a major accomplishment and the curriculum is rigorous. A network of influential social, business, and political leaders within and beyond Taiwan hold degrees from NTU.
Visit the National Taiwan University website
Academic Calendar
Academic calendars will be updated as they become available. Do not make any travel arrangements until the calendar for your academic year is posted.
Academic Calendar
National Taiwan University, Taipei
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2007-08 |
2008-09 |
*The fall program normally ends on December 14. Students who plan to complete regular NTU courses
stay until classes end
in mid-January.
**Students who plan to complete regular NTU courses stay until classes end in mid-January. |
| Fall Term |
| Fall Official EAP Arrival Dates |
September 1-2 |
September 8, 2008 |
| Mandatory EAP Orientation |
September 3 |
September 9, 11am |
| NTU International Student Orientation |
-- |
September 9, 2pm |
| Exchange Student Registration |
-- |
September 10-11 |
| ICLP Placement Test |
September 5 |
September 10 |
| ICLP Orientation |
September 7 |
September 12 |
| ICLP Courses Begin |
September 10 |
September 15 |
| Regular NTU Courses Begin |
September 17 |
September 15 |
| ICLP Courses End |
December 14* |
December 16** |
| Regular NTU Courses Final Exams |
January 18, 2008 |
January 12-16, 2009 |
| Winter Vacation Begins |
January 19, 2008 |
January 19, 2009 |
| Spring Term |
| Spring Official Arrival Date |
-- |
February 9, 2009 |
| Mandatory EAP Orientation |
-- |
-- |
| NTU International Student Orientation |
-- |
February 12 |
| Exchange Student Registration |
-- |
February 12-13 |
| ICLP Courses Begin |
January 2, 2008 |
February 23 |
| NTU Courses Begin |
February 18, 2008 |
February 16 |
| ICLP Courses End |
May 30, 2008 |
June 5 |
| Regular NTU Courses Final Exams |
June 20, 2008 |
June 15-19, 2009 |
Course Types:
- ICLP Courses are intensive Chinese language instruction.
- Regular NTU Courses are offered in Chinese or English on a wide variety of topics.
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Estimated Cost
The cost of study on EAP can be close to the cost of studying on
campus and is typically far less than the cost of non-UC study
abroad programs. You can also take your UC financial aid abroad! If you do not currently
receive UC financial aid, you may qualify for aid while on EAP. Each year, EAP students receive $1.3 million in study abroad grants and scholarships.
The estimated total cost for options in this program are listed below. Future costs will vary due to currency fluctuation, etc. All estimated totals include:
- UC fees
- program-specific fees
- room and board
- mandatory insurance
- incidentals
- transportation
- books
- on-site orientation
- predeparture expenses
- intensive language program expenses where applicable
Estimated EAP Costs*
| Choose option for detailed budget worksheet |
Cost |
| * Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100. |
| Fall Semester |
$8,800 |
| Spring Semester |
$8,800 |
| Academic Year |
$15,900 |
Comparative UC Costs**
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Average UC
Off-Campus Costs |
Average UC
On-Campus Costs |
** Based on most recent costs. Miscellaneous campus fees, non-resident tuition,
and graduate fees are not included and may vary in the future. |
| UC Academic Year |
$23,614 |
$21,690 |
| UC Semester |
$11,955 |
$10,304 |
| UC Quarter |
$7,794 |
$7,230 |
Application Requirements
Program-Specific Requirements
- Class level: sophomore, junior, senior, graduate
- Language prerequisite: one year of university-level Chinese
- GPA: 3.0 cumulative and 3.0 language GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure. No exceptions.
- Other: An Asian history course is recommended prior to departure. Students who have only mainland Chinese or Taiwanese citizenship are not eligible for this program. Students who hold dual citizenship are eligible.
In addition to program-specific requirements, all applicants must meet the following
minimum requirements:
- Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into
the student’s UC degree program
- Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully
to a different environment and a new education system; ability to assess and
exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
- Willingness to abide by program regulations
- Endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all
campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)
These are minimum program requirements only and do not guarantee selection. The Campus EAP Office determines selection. The final admission decision is made by the host institution.
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office.
In addition to your campus deadlines, there are deadlines by which the Campus EAP Office must submit the completed applications and accompanying materials to the Universitywide Office of EAP (UOEAP). For participation in the Program, it is critical that both campus deadlines and UOEAP deadlines are met. If the application is incomplete and not accompanied by the required materials noted, it will be returned to the Campus EAP Office.
Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but are not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.
Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information:
