Shih Chien University (SCU) has been ranked as one of the best international universities in Taiwan by the Global Views Monthly since 2017. SCU welcomes students from around the world to engage in transformative exchange programs. These programs provide students with the chance to experience a dynamic international community while pursuing their academic interests in a variety of fields. The university offers a range of English-taught programs, including International Business, Industrial Design, Communications Design, and Architecture Design.

Shih Chien University CampusSCU is located in Taipai, which the capital and heart of Taiwan, with an estimated population of 2.7 million and is home to a diverse population including indigenous people, Minnanese, Hakkas, mainlanders, new immigrants, and expats.The region is renowned for its rapid development and dynamic growth. Located With its emphasis on cultivating creativity and innovation, the university's picturesque campus provides an ideal backdrop for academic pursuits.

SCU International Exchange Webpage

Academic Year

Fall Semester= Mid-September to Mid-January

Spring Semester=  Mid-February to Mid-June

 

Courses Offered

Exchange students at SCU can take English-taught courses in various fields, such as International Business, Industrial Design, Communications Design, and Architecture Design. Exchange students studying at SCU will be required to take Chinese lanuage and culture courses as part of their academic exchange.

Click here to see a sampling of English-taught courses at SCU

 

If MSUB students prefer to only focus on Mandarin Chinese language study, then they have the opportunity to enroll in SCU's Chinese Language Program. The Language Program is split into quarters, with start dates in fall, winter, spring and summer. Each quarter lasts roughly 2 1/2 months.

Costs and Accommodation

MSUB students studying abroad as an exchange student at SCU (taking English-taught classes + Mandarin Chinese) will pay MSUB tuition. If students want to enroll in the Intensive Mandarin Chinese program, they will pay those respective fees and their MSUB tuition and fees will be waived. On average, the cost is about $1,000 per quarter session.

An average meal in Taipai will cost between $5-$7. Most students who study at SCU should should plan on spending anywhere from $400-$800 per month outside of accommodation, depending on lifestyle.

Students pay room and board to SCU directly upon arrival. Accommodation prices range depending on the type and location.

Offered Accommodation Options for Exchange Students
Off-Campus Accommodation (Males Only) On-Campus Dormitory (Females Only)
Room with 2 beds: ± $1,120 USD (NT$35,000) / semester

 
Room with 4 or 6 beds: ± $860 USD (NT$27,000) / semester Room with 6 beds: ± $320 USD (NT$9,900) / semester

Visa & Health Requirements

American students who study in Taiwan for one semesterwill be required to apply for a Visitor Visa and students studying in Taiwan for one year will be required to apply for a Resident Visa prior to leaving the U.S., along with a Alien Resident Card (ARC) within 15 days after entering Taiwan. The charge for a Visitor Visa is $185 for US Citizens and the processing time is approximately 7-10 business days. Visa applications can be mailed to the Consulate for the Republic of China. Click here for more information about the visa process.

Click here for the Taiwan Republic of China Seattle Consulate webpage.

The Taiwanese Ministry of Health and Welfare requires all new students to complete a health exam by a qualified doctor prior to arrival in Taiwan.

Health Insurance

To ensure comprehensive and quality coverage, all study abroad students are required to enroll in insurance that is provided through the designated Montana University System insurance provider. Please consult with the Study Abroad Coordinator for further information. This insurance is affordable with a typical semester averaging about $250.