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International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University Tzu Chi University International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University Tzu Chi University International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University 2017-2018 Contents 1 A Letter from President Pen-Jung Wang 3 About the Office of International Affairs (OIA) 5 A List of Important Documents/Items 6 Dates to Note 7 Tzu Chi University Calendar 2017-2018 11 Entry Visa and Alien Residence Certificate (ARC) 13 Work Permit 14 Tuition & Fees, Meal Costs, Accommodation Fees, and Other Expenses International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University 1 A Letter from President Pen-Jung Wang 17 Other Preparations Before Coming to Taiwan 3 About the Office of International Affairs (OIA) 18 From Taoyuan International Airport to Tzu Chi 5 A List of Important Documents/Items University 6 Dates to Note 21 Your First Day in Taiwan 7 Tzu Chi University Calendar 2017-2018 24 Pay Tuition & Fees, Housing Fees, etc. 11 Entry Visa and Alien Residence Certificate (ARC) 25 Selecting Courses 13 Work Permit 27 Open a Bank Account in Taiwan 14 Tuition & Fees, Meal Costs, Accommodation Fees, 29 Other Things to Do in Taiwan and Other Expenses 31 Getting Around in Taiwan and Hualien 34 Your New Home • Useful Phone Numbers • School Attractions • Campus Maps • Inter-Campus Shuttle Bus Schedule • School Housing 41 Forms List 42 Other Information Welcome A Letter from President Pen-Jung Wang Dear Freshman: Congratulations, and welcome to Tzu Chi University! I am pleased that you have chosen to pursue your college studies in Taiwan, and I believe you will soon discover this is one of the smartest choices you have made in your life. Tzu Chi University has just celebrated its 22nd anniversary. Though a comparatively young academic institution, we have steadily developed a decent and humanistic academic tradition. Our history may be relatively short; nevertheless, we have already made remarkable achievements that mean we can stand tall, shoulder to shoulder with Taiwan's most esteemed higher education institutions. We have received approval and accreditation from various national higher education evaluation programs and specialist associations. Tzu Chi University's students have the highest rate of professional certification in Taiwan. Our Medical Simulation Center is regarded by The Wall Street Journal as the best model for the medical profession and humanistic education. We provide professional development programs, like those of our Multimedia Production Center and Teacher Preparation Center, which equip students with necessary professional skills, gaining our graduates the highest employment rate among all private universities in Taiwan. 1 2 International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University Welcome In the context of the journey of your life as a whole, your time at university may seem like a small step; but it is a giant step in the cultivation of your wisdom and knowledge, the development of a sound personality, and the fostering of a decent way of life. We know how every student treasures their time at college, so we have prepared a solid curriculum for you to pursue balanced development not only in your character and intelligence, but also in your aesthetic, and kinesthetic aspects. Along with all of this, the university also offers a wide range of extracurricular programs to enrich your life on your journey to success. Tzu Chi University provides accommodation for all students, so you can study and live on campus in a safe and family-like environment which relieves you of unnecessary hustle and bustle. To strengthen a sense of identity within the big university family, our students are also encouraged to wear uniforms. We hope this sense of identity will be your pride, just like it is for every one of us. Once again, welcome to Tzu Chi University! I will look forward to seeing you soon. Pen-Jung Wang President About the Office of International Affairs (OIA) Welcome on board! The Office of International Affairs (OIA) handles matters related to international education and international exchange. If you encounter any problems or have any questions during your stay, please do not hesitate to contact us. The OIA staff members are here to assist you to settle in and provide timely support for the duration of your studies. We are looking forward to seeing you very soon! You may reach us by: Email: [email protected] Address: 701 Zhongyang Road, Section 3, Hualien 97004, Taiwan Phone: +886-3-856-5301 #1014 - 1018 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/tcuoia/ or scan the QR code above You may also surf the following websites: ● OIA Website: http://www.oia.tcu.edu.tw/ ● Tzu Chi University (TCU) English Website: http://eng.tcu.edu.tw/ TCU International Student Union (ISU) International Student Union (ISU) is a self-governing student organization that attends to the welfare of all international students. It embraces cultural differences, promotes individuality and facilitates student bonding. To do so, the student union hosts a variety of activities throughout the year open to international students. Those activities provide ISU members the opportunity to demonstrate their talents, to work with each other toward a common goal, and to introduce their respective cultures to local students, faculty and staff members. The ISU also works closely with the OIA to assist new international students with their accommodations, as well as other issues that may arise during their studies. 3 4 International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University TCU International Ambassadors One of the main duties of International Ambassadors is to assist OIA to receive foreign guests. OIA organizes different types of training programs for the International Ambassadors to be acquainted with proper etiquette and the university's operation. Study Buddies Study buddies are here to personally help you to settle in, choose your courses and any problems you may come across during your studies. A List of Important Documents/Items Summit Description Note to OIA Apply for ARC, a new cell phone 1 Passport v number, etc. Diploma & transcript verified 2 v by Taiwan overseas office Apply for 1.ARC 3 4~6 passport-size photos 2.Health Exam 3.Medical Insurance • You are required to provide the proof of positive measles and rubella antibody (or measles and rubella vaccination certificates) to Tzu Chi University, right after arriving Taiwan. Health Certificate for Residence Otherwise, you need to ask a 4 v Taiwanese hospital for help within 14 Application days after arriving Taiwan. • The chest X-ray for tuberculosis is a part of your health examination, and Tzu Chi University will assist you to do it within 14 days after you arrive Taiwan. 5 Resident/Visitor Visa 6 Airline ticket Contact information of relative(s) 7 or friend(s) living in Taiwan You might want to open a joint account Open a joint account in your with your parent(s) in your country, and 8 country apply for an ATM card for convenience in paying expenses in Taiwan. Cash to buy bedding supplies 9 and personal necessities Cash to pay tuition & fees, 10 school housing, insurance, buy books, etc Cash for living expenses before 11 opening a bank account in Taiwan 5 6 International Student Handbook Tzu Chi University Dates to Note Dates Event Action • English-speaking students, please contact OIA/study Student Information buddy for help. 2/1−2/14 System login • Chinese-speaking students, please log in to your account online. • English-speaking students, please contact OIA for help. 2/1−2/26 Apply for school housing • Chinese-speaking students, please apply online. Fly to Taiwan, and come OIA will pick you up at Taoyuan International Airport 2/21−2/22 around to TCU noon on 2/21 and 2/22. Please plan your arrival at that time. International Students' 2/23 Orientation Meeting • Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language Main Campus: During 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. 2/23 • Introduction of the Jieren Campus: During 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. International College Uniform (recreation Go to the Office of Student Affairs (Main Campus) during 9 3/5 wear) pick up & uniform a.m. to 12 noon, or Administrative Office (Jieren Campus) (full dress) measurement during 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. • Follow your Department/Institute peers or your study buddy to Tzu Chi General Hospital for health exam. New Students’ Health • Bring 3/1−3/10 TCU Admission Notice and Health Examinations Examination Form with you. • Early bird rate is NT$850, and it will be NT$1,892 after 3/10. Spring Semester classes 2/26 start Enrollment for Spring Your advisor or study buddy will help out with your course 2/26−3/9 Semester courses selection. Pay at CTBC Bank, Taiwan Cooperative Bank, or any 2/9 Pay tuition & fees convenience store. (see page 24) Due date to submit the 3/20 Health Examination Form Tzu Chi University Calendar 2017-2018 Year Month Week Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 08/01 Fall Semester begins 8 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 08/30 – 08/31 International freshmen arrive 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 09/01 International Students’ Orientation Meeting 09/04 Moving into school housing 1 2 09/05 Uniform (full dress) measurement 09/05 – 09/06 Freshmen pre-enrollment for Fall Semester courses (from 8 a.m. on 09/05 to midnight of 09/06) 09/05 – 09/08 Freshman Camp 09/06 Freshmen meet with Tzu Cheng/Yi Te Dads and Moms 09/07 – 09/08 Freshmen physical exams 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 09/08 Student Organization Fair 09/11 First day of Fall Semester classes 09/11 Applications for living off-campus end (Phase I) 09/11 – 9/22 First day for adding or dropping a course (Online applications are from 7 a.m.
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