NTNU Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students

Updated：2026-1-9

※Dormitories are open for early check-in on February 9 .

Google Form：Enrollment Intentions Survey( Admitted before January 6th, please complete before January 16th)
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Guidelines for Overseas Compatriot Preparatory Program Spring Semester New Students Studying in Taiwan

※The school plans to send the admission information for new students via e-mail in end of January to the e-mail address you provided in the Overseas Joint Admissions system. If you do not receive it, please first check your "spam/junk mail" folder. If it is not there, kindly refer to the following information or contact the school. Thank you.

01. Spring Class Freshman Information Survey
Admitted before January 6th, please complete the Enrollment Intentions Survey before January 16th.
Enrollment Intentions Survey：https://forms.gle/h5oYRc7pTrjFSXaY9
※If the flight information has not been confirmed yet, please fill in the expected date first, and then fill in the form again after the flight and arrival date are confirmed later.
※If you need to replace your passport because it has expired, please fill in the old passport number and mark "(Expired and updating)". After obtaining the new passport, fill in the form again.
Re-filling only updates the "Passport Number", "Estimated Arrival Date/Flight at Taiwan Airport" and "Estimated Arrival Date/Time at School" fields. Other fields cannot be re-filled. The school will refer to your latest form information.

02. Documents required for applying for visa (Overseas Compatriot students)
A. Directly distributed：Admission notice(分發通知書)
B. 2025 retained admission applicants (admission in 2026)：Consent letter for retaining admission in NUPS
C. 2025 suspended students (returning in 2026)：Consent letter for suspension in NUPS
※Admission notices will be sent by the UECOCS(海外聯合招生委員會). If you have not received the admission notice, please contact the UECOCS.
※For some regions, visa applications may require a medical examination form. Please refer to the The Bureau of Consular Affairs' website for visa application requirements (URL: https://www.boca.gov.tw/np-137-2.html).
※Please make sure to apply for a "RESIDENT" visa with the relevant documents and do not enter with a tourist visa.

03. Information for inbound overseas new students
Please fill in or update your arrival flight date/time online
A. Visa Application：Please bring the required documents to the overseas representative office (Taipei Economic and Cultural Office) to apply for a visa.
B. Flight Booking：After obtaining the visa, please purchase your flight ticket and prepare for entry into Taiwan.
C. Arrival and Check-in：Upon arrival in Taiwan, proceed to the school dormitory to complete check-in and move in.
※Do not bring meat products when entering Taiwan, as violators may be fined between NTD 10,000 and 1 million.

04. Dormitory check-in
A. Dormitory Room Preference Registration and Lottery：Students admitted to the NUPS program before January 6 must complete the enrollment confirmation and dormitory room preference form by January 16.
※ Room numbers and bed assignments for double and triple rooms will be determined by a computerized draw on February 3, and results will be announced on the NUPS website on February 4. Students who do not complete the online form in advance will need to draw lots on-site at the dormitory front desk upon arrival (mainly for quadruple rooms).
B. Dormitory Move-in Date for New Students：Starting from February 9
Dormitory Check-in Procedure：
(1) Both male and female students should report to the Chen Building dormitory lobby (map link) to check in.
(2) Inquire your room number at the dormitory front desk and sign the dormitory agreement.
(3) Receive your room key and access card (a NTD $100 deposit is required), then proceed to your assigned room to move in.

06. Tuition Payment and Registration

Please go to the Academic Affairs Office on the second floor of the Administration Building to pick up the registration bag when you arrive the school, there is a payment slip inside.

Payment method for tuition and miscellaneous fees
A. Collect registration bag：Upon arrival at campus, please go to the Academic Affairs Office on the 2nd floor of the Administration Building to get your registration bag, which contains your tuition and fees payment slip.
B. Payment methods：(1) or (2) is preferred.
(1) Paid in cash at the post office or CTBC Bank.
(2) Paid in cash at approved convenience store franchises.
(3) Paid by transferring funds at an ATM using a debit card issued by any bank in Taiwan or the post office.
(4) Paid by a credit card issued by any bank in Taiwan. C. Registration Time： February 25th 8:30-11:30
D. Registration Location：Offices of the Various Division of the Overseas Compatriot Preparatory Program
E. Please bring for registration：
(1) Admission notice
(2) Passport
(3) Tuition fee payment receipt
(4) High school graduation certificate or certificate of departure (original)
(5) Parental authorization for emergency medical treatment
(6) Parental consent for off-campus teaching and visitation activities
(7) Entry visa medical examination form (original and photocopy) [Different documents are required for visa application for students from different countries. If a medical examination form needs to be submitted, please bring it to the school. If not required, it can be omitted.]
(8) MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine injection certificate [If you have proof of this vaccine, please bring it to the school. If not available, it can be omitted.]
F. Registration Process：
(1) Registration and class assignment.
(2) Verify tuition fee payment receipt (Please refer to the "Reminders for New Students" for payment methods. Please keep the payment receipt and proof of payment carefully.)
(3) Verify academic qualifications and related documents.
(4) Dealing with student insurance.
(5) Submit the parental authorization consent form.
(6)Purchase textbooks for the courses.

07. New student health examination
A. Receive a NUPS student health information card .
B. Please bring the NUPS student health information card to a qualified medical institution within one month for a medical examination and return it to the health center.

08. Notes on Living in Taiwan
A. Students should prepare their own pocket money according to their personal needs.
B. Meals are self-paid, and students can choose to dine at on-campus student cafeteria, store, or restaurants off-campus.
C.Electrical appliances in Taiwan may have different voltage requirements compared to the home country, so please check if voltage converters are needed (students need to prepare or purchase them).
D.Overseas students with residence visas should apply for a resident permit within 30 days after entering Taiwan.

09. Reminder
A. For information related to the enrollment of new students in the 2026 (Academic Year 114) Overseas Preparatory Program Spring Semester, please refer to the Preparatory Program website > Student Section > New Student Section > New Student Enrollment Information. (Expected to be updated in end of January)
B. As the required documents, processing days, and application acceptance periods for visa applications vary by country/region and its overseas offices, please apply as early as possible.
C. Before coming to Taiwan, please prepare all documents required for the Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) application. For application guidelines, please refer to the National Immigration Agency website https://www.immigration.gov.tw/5475/) D. After entering Taiwan, students must apply for the ARC online within the designated period (generally within 30 days) via the National Immigration Agency website: https://coa.immigration.gov.tw/coa-frontend/student/entry?lang=en
E. It is recommended to prepare a Taiwan prepaid SIM card in advance, or apply at the telecom counters at Taoyuan International Airport upon arrival. Please prepare sufficient cash or a credit card (at least NT$1,000).
F. If circumstances allow, it is advised to receive vaccinations in your home country/region before coming to Taiwan.
G. Starting from January 1, 2023, non-citizens who test positive for COVID-19 during their stay in Taiwan are responsible for their own isolation and treatment expenses. All costs during home quarantine must be covered by the student. Please purchase medical and accident insurance with sufficient coverage in your home country/region in advance and prepare adequate funds.
H. A new elective course, “Swimming,” has been added this academic year. Students who wish to take this course should prepare their own swimsuit/swim trunks, swim cap, and goggles.

10. Contact
A. Malaysia Area：Ms. Wang (+886-02-77498273；sophiewang@ntnu.edu.tw)
B. Indonesia：Ms. Feng(+886-02-77498272；fenglinda@ntnu.edu.tw)
C. Hong Kong & Macau & Myanmar & Vietnam：Ms. Tang(+886-02-77498271；tang@ntnu.edu.tw)

New Student Admission Information for Spring 2026

Date	Title	View	Download
2026-1-23	2026 National Taiwan Normal University Preparatory Program for Overseas Compatriot Students – Freshman Handbook (English)
2026-1-9	114th(2026) Spring Class Calendar 114學年度僑生先修部春季班行事曆
2026-1-23	114th(2026) Spring Class Fee schedule 114學年度僑生先修部春季班學雜費收費標準表
2026-1-9	114th(2026) Spring Class Textbook price list 114學年度僑生先修部春季班教科書價格一覽表
2026-1-9	2026 Spring Class Apply for Registration Extension 114學年度僑生先修部春季班延遲註冊回覆單
2026-1-9	2025 Spring Class Apply for enroll next year(February 2026) 114學年度僑生先修部春季班申請保留入學資格說明及範例
2026-1-9	Apply form for enroll next year(February 2026) 114學年度僑生先修部春季班保留入學資格申請書(PDF) Apply form for enroll next year(February 2026) 114學年度僑生先修部春季班保留入學資格申請書(odt)
2026-1-9	2026 Spring Class Parental Authorization For Emergency Medical Treatment 114學年度僑生先修部春季班緊急醫療家長同意書(Sign)
2026-1-9	2026 Spring Class Parental Consent For Off-campus Teaching And Visitation Activities 114學年度僑生先修部春季班校外教學家長同意書(Sign)
2026-1-9	Health Certificate for Residence Application
2025-07-29	(學生自填)僑生先修部健康資料卡及個人資料保護聲明
2025-07-29	(醫療院所填寫)僑生先修部新生健康檢查表檢查項目

General Information

1. How do I know if I have been admitted to the Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students?

You can check through the UECOCS(海外聯招會) website > Admission List > 2025 Admission Announcement(2025年錄取公告).
2. How can I contact the Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students' teachers?

The school will send new student information via email to admitted students. If you have not received an email or have not been able to join the new student group successfully, please contact the school. Other ways to contact the school include:
Official Email: nups@deps.ntnu.edu.tw
Facebook: 揪me僑大

Entry Information

1. When can we start entering Taiwan?

The school registration dates is February 25 , and the dormitories will be open for new student check-in on February 9th. Students should arrive on campus before the start of classes.
2. Are students responsible for handling entry-related matters?

For those who do not hold a valid residence permit in Taiwan, you need to apply for a visa before boarding the flight to Taiwan. Please prepare the relevant documents and handle the visa application at the ROC Embassies and Missions Abroad office.
3. What information do I need to provide to the school upon entry?

If you have confirmed your enrollment in the Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students, please complete the Enrollment Intentions Survey before January 16th.
Enrollment Intentions Survey：https://forms.gle/JBMiRxKveQzA78df6
4. Will the school help students book their flight tickets?

Generally, students need to book their flight tickets on their own.
In order for the school to keep track of student trends, please fill out the Enrollment Intentions Survey and report it to the school.
5. I applied to reserve my admission for the 113 academic year (2024), will the school assist with my entry application?

For students who applied to reserve their admission for the 113 academic year (2024), please apply for a visa with the original distribution notice and the official document approving the reservation of admission from the school. If you need an English version of the admission reservation document, please contact Mr. Ding from the Academic Affairs Office(timg215487@ntnu.edu.tw).

Registration and Curriculum

1. (1) When is the start date for the spring class? (2) When do students need to report?

(1)The registration date is February 25th. Student orientation is scheduled for September 25th, and classes officially start on February 26th.
(2)Please complete the Enrollment Intentions Survey before January 16th. After arriving on campus, proceed to the dormitory for check-in.
2. What are the tuition fees and accommodation costs for the different groups in the Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students?

Please refer to the file "2025 Spring Class Fee schedule" on the website New Student Admission Information page for the tuition fee schedule and textbook list.
3. If I am unable to attend the spring class this year due to unforeseen circumstances, how can I apply to reserve my spot? What are the application procedures?

Please download the application form for reserving your admission(保留入學資格申請書). Fill out and sign the form, then submit it along with the distribution notice to the Academic Affairs Office via email or fax.

Dormitory

1. When can I move into the dormitory?

The dormitory will be open for new students starting from February 9th.
2. As a new student in the Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students, are there reserved dormitory beds for me, or do I need to apply separately for accommodation?

All students in the Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students are required to live on campus. Dormitory beds will be assigned through a draw lots system, and there is no need to apply separately.
3. What are the accommodations and facilities provided in the dormitories of the Academy of Preparatory Programs for Overseas Compatriot Students?

The dormitories provide bedframes, wardrobes, desks, washing and drying machines (fee required), air conditioning (additional charges apply), and internet access.
Mattresses, quilts, pillows, and daily necessities can be purchased at on-campus store or off-campus shops.
※The bed size is approximately 88cm*210cm.
4. Can I send some of my belongings to the school dormitory in advance? How do I apply for this with the school?

※Please send the package after February 9th.
Please clearly indicate the following information on the package:
1. New student of the 114th academic year, Spring class
2. Recipient's full name in Chinese
3. Gender
4. Expected arrival date at the school
5. Contact phone number (If you already have a Taiwan mobile number, please provide that; if not, please provide your overseas mobile number)

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