Program information

Introduction

A core component of the University Academic Alliance in Taiwan (UAAT) Mandarin Program is the Study Abroad Student Scholarship Program. This program aims to support overseas students with a monthly scholarship while they pursue intensive Mandarin language studies at NTU. This study abroad program improves students' Mandarin language proficiency through rigorous classroom instruction and immersive learning environment. Students may apply for one that they believe best suits their goals in language learning.

By choosing to study at NTU through the UAAT Mandarin Program, you will...

✔️Be awarded an NTU scholarship (*Refer to scholarship guidelines)

✔️Participate in extra-curricular activities and utilize NTU OIA's student resources

✔️Receive an official NTU transcript (a key document for transfer of credits back to home institutions)

✔️Enroll and take Mandarin language classes from NTU Mandarin language programs:

Chinese Language Division (CLD)
International Chinese Language Program (ICLP)

Mandarin Language Programs

Chinese Language Division (CLD) of Language Center
International Chinese Language Program (ICLP)

✔️Each term is approx. 3 months
✔️May apply to enroll in multiple quarters for up to 12 months
✔️Scholarship: NT$28,000/month

NTU offers two renowned Mandarin language programs on the main campus in Taipei; the International Chinese Language Program (ICLP) and the Chinese Language Division (CLD) of the Language Center. Both programs use the surrounding resources of NTU and Taipei to engage students in holistic learning of the Chinese language and culture in Taiwan. Students apply to enroll in one or more terms of one of the programs; each term is approx. 3 months long. Upon completion of the program, students will receive both an official NTU transcript and an end-of-term grade report from their language program.

During students’ duration of Chinese language studies in Taiwan, they will receive a monthly scholarship of NT $28,000 (approx. US $900).

Outside of the classroom, students will have the opportunity to participate in the "Hands Together” initiative. In this extracurricular initiative, students will be partnered with NTU students and help local elementary or junior high school students practice English through various classroom activities. Hands Together provides a chance for students to visit K-12 schools in Taiwan and interact with junior students.

CLD and ICLP's courses differ in a few key aspects in terms of class structure and foci of training. Students are encouraged to visit the respective program website in addition to considering the following characteristics made by the NTU UAAT Mandarin Program team.

CLD

Class instruction style mimics that of undergraduate-level courses
Classes are offered across all levels - beginner to advanced learners

ICLP

Class instruction style is similar to graduate-level courses
Classes offered are more suitable for students with at least two years of Chinese language training

CLD 語文中心中國語文組

The Chinese Language Division in the Language Center of National Taiwan University (NTU) was established in October 1984. To cater to the increasing demand of Chinese language education globally and support the demand of Chinese language teachers, CLD began to provide Chinese language courses to the public in 2000. CLD offers Chinese language courses in diverse difficulty levels, and supports instructors in engaging students in cultural activities that will help students better apply and understand the language in its cultural context.

Classes are conducted in small groups (5-7 students) with three hours per day, totaling 15 hours per week.

Click here to learn more: 🔎https://cld.lang.ntu.edu.tw/index.html

Term Dates Apply By Tuition

2026 Spring Mar 02-May 22, 2026 Nov 20, 2025 1,470(USD) Closed

Orientation:Feb 24

2026 Summer Jun 01-Aug 21, 2026 Feb 20, 2026 1,470(USD)

Orientation:May 26

2026 Fall Aug 31-Nov 20, 2026 May 16, 2026 1,470(USD)

2026 Winter Nov 30-Feb 19, 2026 Aug 14, 2026 1,312(USD)

ICLP 國際華語研習所

ICLP offers intensive and diverse Chinese language courses in a Mandarin-speaking environment that upholds much of its traditional Chinese heritage and culture within the framework of a modern democratic society.

ICLP enables students to achieve broad and independent competence in spoken Chinese and to develop reading skills needed for academic research or professional use. In combination with cultural activities that explore the culture of Taiwan and the Chinese language in depth, ICLP provides students with learning experiences that are fully immersive and beyond the classroom.

Classes are conducted in 1 one-on-one class and 3 group classes (2-4 students) per day, totaling 20 hours per week.

Click here to learn more: 🔎https://iclp.ntu.edu.tw/

Term Dates Apply By Tuition

2026 Spring Mar 26-Jun 05, 2026 Jan 07, 2026 4,828(USD)

Orientation:Mar 24

2026 Summer Jun 17-Aug 21, 2026 Feb 20, 2026 5,625(USD)

Orientation:Jun 12

2026 Fall Sep 23-Dec 11, 2026 May 16, 2026 5,310(USD)

2026 Winter Dec 30,2026-Mar 19, 2026 Aug 14, 2026 5,310(USD)

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Note:

Other estimated expenses (USD)

Housing

-Off-campus: $350- $1,000 (per month)

Meals

$300 - $500 (per month)

Miscellaneous

$300 - $400 (per month)

Health Exam

$35 (Only for students staying 3 months or more)

Insurance

$100+

Airfare

$1,000 - $1,500+

VISA

$160

Starting from December 2025, all students, regardless of the duration of their program, are required to pay a NT$400 fee for NTU computer and network communication usage.