INCOMING EXCHANGE STUDENTS FACT SHEET
Spring Semester 2023
Tzu Chi University (TCU)
University

Main Campus- 701 Zhongyang Rd., Sec. 3, Hualien 97004, Taiwan.
Jieren Campus- 67 Jieren St., Hualien 97074, Taiwan.
Taiwan (Republic of China, R.O.C.)
Hualienhttps://www.tcu.edu.tw/
http://www.oia.tcu.edu.tw/
Hsinyi (Cindy) Hsiao (Associate Professor)
Dean of International Affairs.
hsinyihs87@gms.tcu.edu.tw
Tel: +886-3-8565-301 ext. 1023

CountryCity
Webpage(TCU)
Webpage(OIA)

Office of International
Affairs Contact

International Partnerships Manager

Academic Year /Semesters
Dates
Length of The Exchange
PeriodOnline Exchange Students
Application Period2022-2023 Academic
Calendar
Language for Instruction
Credit hours per Semester(ECTS Credits)
Courses of Study(Webpage)

Chien-Yi, Chen (Ms.)
Email:chieni@gms.tcu.edu.tw
Tel: +886-3-8565-301 ext. 1014

Student Exchange Manager(Inbound/Outbound)
Fall Semester: Mid-September to mid-January
Spring Semester: Mid-February to the end of June
One academic year or one semester
There are two semesters in every academic year, the fall semester and thespring semester, in which students can apply for exchange at TCU.
Fall Semester: April 6th -May 20thSpring Semester: October 1st-November 11th
Please refer to 2022-2023 TCU Academic Calendar for now.
Chinese / English
1 credit = 1 hour per week over 18 weeks, 1 credit = 18 hours
Approximately 2 ECTS credits = 1 credit
2023 Spring courses will be available in the January to early February 2023.
Please refer to previous courses for you reference:https://edurp.tcu.edu.tw/scaswebadmin/annoclaslist.aspx

Courses Taught in English

https://academic.tcu.edu.tw/?page_id=2649

Mandarin Courses

We offer credits Mandarin Courses for exchange/international students.
(from Beginning to Advanced)
International College: https://intleng.tcu.edu.tw/?page_id=445
Other language courses are available at the Chinese Language Center(Tuition Based, by 10% discount): https://language.tcu.edu.tw/

International Research

http://www.srmsap.tcu.edu.tw/?page_id=5
Tzu Chi University・Office of International Affairs
701, Zhong Yang Road Section 3, Hualien City 970, Taiwan, R.O.C

Internship Program
Note: You could choose the courses online before arrive. Visiting and exchange students attending TCU
from one full semester up must complete at least one course or two credits from their corresponding hostdepartment, institute or program. In case the host department, institute or program has another regulation,regulation of department, institute or program shall prevail.
《Step1.Eligibility》
Home Institution
Exchanges to TCU are only possible if your school has an exchange
program to TCU and if you have been selected by your university. Pleasecheck with your school to see if they offer exchanges to TCU and what
procedures you need to complete to be selected.
Application Deadline
Once your home institution has selected you for an exchange, you must
apply to TCU’s exchange program. Please complete the application steps
stated as follows and return it to your exchange advisor at your homeinstitution. Please be aware of the TCU application deadlines for when
you wish to begin your exchange at TCU.
《Step2. Online Application》
1: Contact the exchange advisor at your university.
Application Procedure and 2: You will receive the exchange nomination notice email from the TCU
Documents
after your advisor nominates.
3: Application documents required:
Please upload the following documents by deadline.
 Online application for Spring 2023 Exchange Program:
http://hk.mikecrm.com/QXDeyqa- An official English transcript from home university (all prior to theexchange) (PDF);- A photocopy of passport information page (JPG);- An English or Chinese autobiography-at least 500 words (PDF);- An English or Chinese study plan & statement of purpose-at least 500words (PDF);- Certification of nomination from the home university(PDF); and- A passport-size colored photo for registration procedure(JPG).
 Chinese Proficiency Evaluation (Only for students who had studied
Chinese before): http://hk.mikecrm.com/I7ILPfl
What International
http://tcueng.tcu.edu.tw/campus-life/
Students Need To Know
Tuition Fees (If applicable) Base on the agreement between your university and TCU, your tuition might
be waived.
http://tcueng.tcu.edu.tw/tuition-fees-meal-costs-accommodation-fees/
For reference only.
Costs of Living
http://tcueng.tcu.edu.tw/tuition-fees-meal-costs-accommodation-fees/
International students are required to purchase insurance in their own
Insurance
country during their stay in Taiwan.
Accident insurance is MANDATORY for all incoming exchange students.
Tzu Chi University・Office of International Affairs
701, Zhong Yang Road Section 3, Hualien City 970, Taiwan, R.O.C

Students are requested to join the accident insurance plan as recommended
by TCU. Students will be asked to purchase the insurance plan in the firstweek.
-Accident and Health Insurance:
TCU will assist you in acquiring health insurance coverage in Taiwan,
which costs NT$3,000 for a period of six months before you can join theNational Health Insurance.
-Student Group Insurance:
The policy covers medical treatment, surgery and hospitalization caused byaccidents only. The premium per semester is NT$332.
《ARC》
If you hold an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) and have met the six-monthminimum residency requirement, you can choose to join the National Health
Insurance (NHI) with limited coverage. Valid NHI card (National Health
Insurance card) can be considered as a equivalent insurance.
USD 275/NT 8,200 (Per semester/student)
On-Campus Dormitory
All international students will be provided with on-campus dormitory-stylehousing which costs about $USD 275/ NT 8,200 per semester per student.
Each room accommodates four students, However, based on the agreement
between your university and TCU, your on-campus housing expense might
be waived. Please consult with your exchange advisor.
All exchange students are required to arrive TCU at least 3 days before theArrival datesemester starts.
Please arrive at Taoyuan International airport around noon time since it costs
more than 5 hours to arrive our campus. Please keep your cell phoneavailable and arrive at our campus on the recommended date to match theopening of the accommodation.
NOTE: Please let us know if students are not arriving at the suggested
arrival date/time.
If needed, we can arrange airport pick-up for students.
Airport Pick-Up
Note: Due to the Covid-19 policy, we are not allowed to arrange airport
pickup. Please make the necessary arrangements for transportation from thearrival airport to the quarantine accommodation by yourself.
You can buy a Taiwan cell phone SIM card at the airport and remember toCell Phone
inform the Office of International Affairs of your phone number and contact
information.
Before You Begin Your Exchange《1.Visa application》
Before you come to Taiwan, you should apply for a Resident Visa or Visitor Visa from the Taiwan
Diplomatic Mission in your residence country with the official admission letter issued by TCU.
Please note that if you fail to obtain a proper visa issued by a Taiwan Diplomatic Mission, your exchange
student identity will be canceled. You will receive more information upon receipt of a TCU offer letter.
Note: There is no “Student Visa” in Taiwan. Instead, Taiwan offers 2 types of Visa for foreign students:
1. Visitor Visa, 2. Resident Visa. If you are going to stay less than 6 months, you should apply for the visitor
visa. If your program is longer than 6 months, you will need to apply for the resident visa.
Tzu Chi University・Office of International Affairs
701, Zhong Yang Road Section 3, Hualien City 970, Taiwan, R.O.C

Entry Visa and Alien Residence Certificate (ARC):
http://tcueng.tcu.edu.tw/entry-visa-and-alien-residence-certificate-arc/Students are responsible for applying for the proper visa before entering Taiwan. For visa information pleasecontact the nearby Taiwan diplomatic mission.
https://www.mofa.gov.tw/OverseasOffice.aspx?n=168&sms=87《2. Email TCU Your Travel Information & Visa》
Please provide your flight information and visa to Office of International Affairs before January 13, 2023.
《3.Finish Medical Examination》-Stay less than 180 days: Health Certificate for Short-Term Students please finish all the required items inyour country, which includes “Positive Measles and Rubella Antibody Titers or Measles and Rubella
Immunization” and “Chest X-Ray for Tuberculosis”.
-Stay more than 180 days: Health Certificate for Residence Application
After You Enter TCU《1. Pay Off Your Dormitory Fee – NT 8,200 Semester/Student》-Pay by cash
《2. Pay Off Your Insurance Fee – NT 3,332 Semester/Student》-Pay by cash
《3. Submit Your Medical Examination Report》-Stay less than 180 days: Health Certificate for Short-Term Students-Stay more than 180 days: Health Certificate for Residence Application
Please prepare the originals and the soft copies of immunization certificates and the chest X-ray report,
submit to the OIA when you arrive.
《4. Visitor Visa Extension/ Changing and Getting an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC)》※Coronavirus (COVID-19) information for international students
Things You Need to Know To Cope With COVID-19:
http://tcueng.tcu.edu.tw/things-you-need-to-know-to-cope-with-covid-19/
During the pandemic period, after June 15, 2022, the Taiwanese government has stipulated all immigrants
will be confined to a 3 days quarantine and self-health management for 4 days, students need to pay thequarantine hotel which costs around US$400 of this.(quarantine costs might be different, depending on each
hotel's policy)
All the applications also depend on the government policy, if there are any updates.
Please refer to the link: Ministry of Foreign Affairs- https://www.boca.gov.tw/mp-2.html
Please finish 「International Exchange Student Leave-School Procedure Form」before leaving.

Tzu Chi University・Office of International Affairs
701, Zhong Yang Road Section 3, Hualien City 970, Taiwan, R.O.C