Nominee from Partner University (Tuition Fee Waiver)

Students currently enrolled in one of our partner universities nominated to study at NSYSU for one semester or one academic year based on the bilateral agreement between the two institutions. The nominee will only need to pay tuition fees at their home universities.

Fee-paying Student (Free-mover)

Students currently enrolled in an overseas university and apply to study at NSYSU for one semester or one academic year at their own expense. A fee-paying student should pay the tuition fees to their home university and NSYSU.

Online Application Portal

Required Documents:

• Nomination Letter (for nominees from partner universities) or Administration Fee Payment Receipt (for fee-paying students)
• Enrollment Certificate (English version) 
• Latest Academic Transcript (English version)
• Copy of ID Photo (a headshot with the size of 3.5x4.5cm / plain background)
• Copy of Passport (Valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended period of stay in Taiwan.) 
• Medical Enduring Power of Attorney: An authorization document for NSYSU staff to act on behalf of the student in emergencies. The form can be downloaded on the application system. 

Notices:

* The result will be shared within 1 month after the application period ends.

For fee-paying students only: Administration Fee Payment Instructions>>>

After receiving the acceptance letter, students can start to prepare the following:

VISA

All admitted exchange students should apply for a VISA after receiving the Letter of Acceptance.

• Requirements for visa application (in general):

One-semester Students (Visitor Visa): https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-158-4342-a78b4-2.html

One-year Students (Resident Visa): https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-166-284-6f5f7-2.html

• Contact the Taiwanese representative office (embassy) in your country/region for the most up-to-date information.
• Students are advised not to make any financial commitments before receiving their visa.

Registration Materials:

Students must present the registration materials to the Office of International Affairs upon registration days, which are the first and second days of the semester. Both physical and digital copies will be accepted.

Travel Insurance

Students are requested to purchase overseas travel insurance with medical and accident coverage for the whole period of their stay in Taiwan. The insurance plan must be in English or Chinese.

Health Examination

All exchange students are required to complete a health examination before coming to Taiwan. The certificate is only valid for 3 months.

One-semester students: Health Certificate for Short-Term Students (Form C)

One-year students: Health Certificate - Form B

For further information about pre-arrival preparation, please refer to Current Students > Exchange Students.