This 4–5 month program in Taiwan is ideal for students looking to improve their Mandarin, experience Taiwanese culture, and gain new perspectives in a shorter but immersive timeframe. During your semester, you’ll attend high school, live with a local host family, and take part in cultural events, everyday routines, and seasonal celebrations.

A semester in Taiwan is a perfect way to jump-start your global journey while making unforgettable memories and friendships.

The program cost includes:

• Round-trip international airfare from New York to Europe and South Africa, from Miami to Brazil and Argentina, from Los Angeles to Asia/Pacific.

• Comprehensive health, accidental death, and travel insurance

• Host family recruitment and screening

• Enrollment in a local high school and mandatory school fees

• Mandatory school books

• Ongoing support by an ASSE Representative in the home and host countries

• Monthly information letters

• Pre-departure and post-arrival Orientation Meetings

• Initial language instruction in non-English-speaking countries (School Year and Semester Programs only)

• 24/7 emergency support

• ASSE flight bag

The program fee does not include:

• Domestic travel from home to international gateway city

• Passport and visa fees

• School uniform (if required)

• Optional field trips (if offered)

• School lunch money (if necessary), and pocket money. 

Application Deadline for Fall Departure – April 1