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National Central University
(NCU)
Part of University System of Taiwan
About
National Central University is a public research university in Zhongli, Taoyuan City, Taiwan. Founded in 1915 in Nanking, it was reestablished in Taiwan in 1968 after the Chinese Civil War and gained its current name in 1979.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 659 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 44 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 11,391
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 10.1 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 7%
- Female : Male
- 37 : 63
- Staff
- 638
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
23 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 201-275 | - | 2026 |
| Geology | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Geophysics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 201-220 | - | 2021 |
| Modern Languages | 251-300 | - | 2020 |
| Accounting & Finance | 301-330 | - | 2023 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =357 | 63.3 | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =398 | 64.1 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2022 |
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2025 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2020 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 501-600 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 551-600 | - | 2020 |
| Business & Management Studies | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 601-650 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
16 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanography | 151-200 | - | 2019 |
| Finance | 151-200 | - | 2017 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2021 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Civil Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2018 |
| Computer Science | 301-400 | - | 2017 |
| Chemical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2019 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2021 |
| Education & Training | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Management | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
US News
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Space Science | 243 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 293 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 415 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | 690 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 724 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =804 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =827 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =916 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering | 926 | 39.5 | 2026 |
THE
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 601–800 | 30.0 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 601–800 | 31.6 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 601–800 | 29.3 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 801–1000 | 27.5 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of National Central University?
National Central University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =659, THE Rank 1001–1200, ARWU Rank 801-900, US News Rank =1,072.
When was National Central University founded?
National Central University was founded in 1915.
What are the top subjects at National Central University?
Top subjects at National Central University include: Petroleum Engineering, Oceanography, Finance, Physics & Astronomy, Atmospheric Science.
Where is National Central University located?
National Central University is located in Taoyuan, Taiwan.