Characterized by both tradition and innovation, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) has long been recognized as one of Taiwan’s elite institutions of higher education. Founded in 1922, NTNU was formerly an institution dedicated to teacher education. The university later evolved into a comprehensive university that provides students and scholars with opportunities to study and conduct research in a wide range of fields. Throughout its long history, NTNU has always been committed to academic excellence and this is reflected in the many influential educators and researchers that have studied at NTNU over the years.
NTNU’s mission to nurture individuals who are critical thinkers and who are prepared to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world has attracted thousands of talented students and scholars from Taiwan and abroad. With three campuses in Taipei City and New Taipei City, NTNU offers 63 academic subjects in nine degree-granting colleges. These include the College of Education, College of Liberal Arts, College of Science, College of Technology and Engineering, College of International Studies and Social Sciences, College of Sports and Recreation, College of Arts, College of Music, and College of Management. The internationally renowned Mandarin Training Center is also located at NTNU. Each year approximately 1,800 students from over 70 countries take part in language courses offered by the Mandarin Training Center.
NTNU FACTS AT A GLANCE
RANKINGS
#42 in Education#124 in Asian University rankings
No.1 in 2022 International Outlook among Taiwanese Universities
Times Higher Education
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#28 in Education and Training
#98 in Linguistics
#51-100 in Sports-Related Subjects
#101-150 in Modern Languages
#70 in Asian University Rankings
Overall:332
QS World University Rankings
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#9 in Education and Educational Research
U.S. News -Best Global Universities
Last updated: June 8, 2023
RANKINGS
| Sections | In Taiwan | In Globe |
| Overall Rank | 3rd | 281-300th |
| Environmental Impact | 3rd | |
| Sustainable Institutions | 3rd | 50 |
| Social Impact | 4th | |
| Impact of Education | 1st | 100 |
STUDENTS
7442 Graduates (639 intl. students)
1097 Overseas Chinese Students in Preparatory Programs
Last updated: April 25, 2023
FACULTY
Last updated: April 25, 2023
CAMPUS
131 acres3 campuses
188 student clubs
Last updated: November 22, 2022
ACADEMICS
9 Colleges65 departments
1 affiliated senior high school
Last updated: November 22, 2022
RESEARCH
1051 projectsCooperation Fund / USD$92.4 million
Last updated: November 22, 2022
