Feng Chia University

Overview

Striving continuously with perseverance for over forty years, Feng Chia has earned the reputation of becoming one of the most promising comprehensive universities in Taiwan. Currently it takes around 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students yearly in its eight Colleges. Its more than 150,000 graduates, today working for governmental agencies and private enterprises, have contributed enormously to the overall economy-miracle of Taiwan.

In the contemporary era of high technology and knowledge-based economy, the acquiring and applying of knowledge should be specialized, diversified, and multi-functional. The University therefore has directed its construction toward renovating the campus environment and facilities to cater for an e-learning era. The newly renovated digitalized Main Library adds to the traditional book-storing place with an active e-learning workshop. The new spirit of vitality is also seen in the establishment of many new innovative institutions, such as the Geographical Information System Research Center, the Business Incubation Center, the E-Commerce Research Center, and the Nano-Technology Research Center.

In order to encourage international students to apply for Feng Chia University, the school will award each year 10 overseas Chinese and foreign students at the amount of NT 120,000 each. As long as the recipients maintain a certain grade average, they will receive the same amount for the next three years. The four year total is the highest among all scholarships in Taiwan.

Mission

Feng Chia University has created an outstanding learning environment. In addition, through its rich general education program, solid specialized curricula and comprehensive guidance and counseling services, Feng Chia University seeks to cultivate well-rounded individuals who will be of benefit to the modern democratic society. Its mission is to equip its graduates with an appreciation for the arts and culture and professional knowledge and skills, as well as to help them to develop the following characteristics: Respect common cultural values, ethics and cultural traditions. Place importance on knowledge and the pursuit of learning. Possess innovative, integrative, and diverse professional knowledge and skills, as well as an international perspective and a spirit of collaboration and teamwork. Pursue excellence and lifelong learning opportunities. Possess tolerance and critical thinking, as well as a sense of responsibility, honesty and courage. Possess a passion to serve society and the ability to put that passion into practice.