Housing Options and Costs

Option	Cost (USD/year)	Cost (NTD/year, approx.)	Notes
On-Campus Housing (Freshman Year Required)	Public: $5,000–11,000 Private: $12,000–14,000	Public: 155,000–341,000 Private: 372,000–434,000	Well-managed, convenient services (e.g., parcel reception). Room types: suites, doubles, etc.
Homestay	$6,000–10,800	186,000–334,800	Meals and family environment usually included.
Off-Campus Housing	$3,600–7,200	111,600–223,200	Check deposit, contract terms, and renewal policy. Monthly leases may mean higher rent increases.

Estimated Living Expenses

• Basic Living Costs: $800–1,500/month (NTD 24,800–46,500)
• Urban areas (e.g., New York, California) are more expensive than rural states.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

• Public Universities: $40,000–50,000
• Private Universities: $50,000–60,000

Annual Budget Summary

• Total Estimated Budget: $49,600–78,000/year (NTD 1,540,800–2,422,800)
• Includes tuition, housing, and living expenses.

Tips for Finding Housing

• On-Campus: Guaranteed for freshmen but may be limited after first year.
• Off-Campus: Research neighborhood safety, lease terms, and rent increases.
• Homestay: Good for cultural immersion, but may have less independence.

Work Opportunities for International Students

• Allowed: On-campus jobs (dining, library, admin, etc.).
• Not Allowed: Off-campus work (unless with special permission).
• Benefit: On-campus jobs help offset expenses while maintaining visa compliance.