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The purpose of the Host Family Program is to facilitate cross-cultural exchange, and help new students adapt to a new environment and understand Taiwanese culture. To accomplish this goal, the program matches a member of the NCCU faculty, staff, retirees with a student (or two) first-year students and encourages periodic communication, interaction, and meetings. There is no overnight stay in this program. The OIC expects hosts to invite students to join single-day or half-day activities at least three times throughout the first semester for new students. However, the type and frequency of activities are flexible and can be arranged according to the preferences of both the hosts and students. Host families and students are responsible for their own expenses, and the activities will be planned with a student-friendly budget in mind. Examples of shared activities include enjoying dinner at home or at a local restaurant, hiking, sightseeing, shopping at local markets, celebrating local festivals, and community volunteering.
How Do I Apply for the Host Family Program?
This program is exclusively available to international, degree-seeking first-year students. For incoming students in the Class of 2026, applications will be open from July 1 to 21. An application email will be sent to first-year students in late June.
If you are an NCCU faculty member, staff, or retiree interested in serving as a host, we warmly welcome your application.
Application link: click here
Application period: June 18 to July 9
For more information about the program, please email: changhm@nccu.edu.tw
Student Testimonials about the Host Family Program:
