Reasons to Study Here

Studying in one of our Asia-Pacific Studies programs means that you, as a student and future researcher based in the Heart of Asia, will gain a unique perspective on the region from Taipei, Taiwan.

At National Chengchi University, students’ learning doesn’t only take place in the classrooms. The staff and students take part in a wide variety of activities inside and outside the university, forming an essential part of their learning and personal development.

The College of Social Sciences provides a collection of academic assets to support the educational goals of our high-standard programs. With a vast, interdisciplinary faculty, multiple research centers, and several postgraduate programs, the International Doctoral Program in Asia-Pacific Studies (IDAS) and the International Master’s Program in Asia-Pacific Studies (IMAS) have an unrivaled pool of resources at their disposal.

Our Program

Flexibility

Curriculum to maximize student interests. Personalized study plan with four concentration tracks. Internationally competent faculty

Study-abroad

Exchange programs with 350+ partner universities. Balanced area studies and research skills for Ph.D. students.

Interdisciplinary

Top faculty and International conference attendance opportunities, 100% English-taught courses

Leadership

Leadership and decision-making oriented education.

National Chengchi University

  • One of Asia’s top social sciences universities, with a 4-star QS rating
  • Top university in political science, business, law, communication, language, and education
  • A large student body of about 16,000 students
  • A diverse student body with more than 1,000 international students
  • Dedicated English-language support staff
  • 70% of the faculty have a Ph.D. from U.S. or European universities
  • Modern and accessible international student housing
  • Strong commitment to internationalization
  • Located 15 minutes from Taipei’s city center in a natural landscape
  • Top-rated Mandarin language learning center
  • Affordable tuition and cost of living
  • Taiwan Scholarship covers partially your tuition and living expenses
  • Located in the Heart of Asia