Student Support and Financial Aid
Cheng Shiu University provides comprehensive academic and personal support through study-skills guidance, tutoring, psychological counseling, and individual and group services.
As withdrawals and dismissals are often linked to academic interests, employment, personal circumstances, or failure to resume studies, the University promotes learning support, mental health care, scholarships and financial aid, and early intervention mechanisms to reduce financial pressure and identify students at risk. These measures strengthen student retention, well-being, and learning outcomes.
Counseling and Guidance Services
Through diverse support mechanisms and emotional screening, the University identifies at-risk students early and provides timely counseling to enhance mental well-being, learning adjustment, quality of life, and student retention.
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Mechanism |
Item |
Description |
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Guidance |
Advisor Guidance |
The University supports advisors with practical resources and performance reviews. in AY 2024–2025, overall student satisfaction with academic advising reached 4.24 out of 5. |
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Attendance Counseling |
Under the Student Absence Early Warning and Counseling Regulations, progressive interventions are initiated after 10, 20, and 45 hours of absence, including notification, advisor counseling, and parent meetings. |
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Counseling for Students Considering Leave or Withdrawal |
Under the Student Suspension and Withdrawal Guidelines, students receive counseling from advisors and department heads before applying. If unresolved within two weeks, they may proceed with parental consent. |
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High-Risk Emotional Screening |
The Ministry of Education’s College Student Mental Health Care Scale is used to identify, support, and monitor high-concern students. |
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Counseling and Consultation |
Psychological Counseling Services |
College social workers conduct initial assessments and case management for students identified through screening, referrals, or self-referral. Based on individual needs and risk levels, students receive psychological counseling, assessments, group counseling, or other support. Professional counselors undergo regular individual and group supervision to ensure service quality. |
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On-Campus Psychiatric Consultation |
Medical consultations provide students with medication guidance while helping social workers and counselors better understand their needs and deliver appropriate support. |
◎ High-Risk Emotional Screening
High-concern students requiring targeted intervention are identified through first-semester emotional screening, followed by assessment, monitoring, and case management. the University connects them with appropriate on- and off-campus resources and provides a safe, supportive environment for professional counseling and emotional support.
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Stage |
Assessment Stage |
Follow-up Stage |
Case Management Stage |
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Responsible Staff |
Screening Psychologist |
Psychologists & Advisors |
Social Workers |
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Target Group |
All freshmen |
Medium/High-risk students & those with potential crises |
Students with adjustment difficulties & high-risk cases |
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Implementation |
Use MOE’s “College Student Mental Health Scale” for class-based screening of all freshmen. |
Identify students with potential suicide risk or significant adjustment issues. |
Social workers conduct intake interviews and connect students with counseling, family support, financial aid, or social welfare resources. |
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Stage Goals |
Improve overall screening coverage |
Assess adaptation, confirm/exclude risks, determine case management needs |
Create crisis and case management lists, and match resources accordingly |
Number of Students Benefiting from Emotional Screening and Counseling Services (Unit: Persons)
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Category |
Psychological Counseling |
Emotional Screening |
High-Risk Student Monitoring |
On-Campus Psychiatric Consultation |
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AY 2024 |
3,271 |
3,749 |
908 |
67 |
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AY 2023 |
3,854 |
3,821 |
917 |
76 |
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AY 2022 |
4,034 |
3,680 |
1,070 |
118 |
Student Well-Being and Health Promotion
In accordance with Article 8 of the School Health Act, the University conducts health examinations for all new students during the first week of each academic year to enable early detection and follow-up care.
Through the Ministry of Education’s Health Promotion Program, the University organized 56 tobacco-, drug-, and health-awareness activities in AY 2024–2025, attracting 10,230 participations and strengthening students’ health literacy.
Health Promotion Activities in Academic Year 2024
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Activity Type |
Sessions |
Participants |
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Gender Diversity and Sexual Health Education (including HIV/AIDS Prevention) |
3 |
1,620 |
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Weight Management and Healthy Eating |
2 |
80 |
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CPR and AED Certification for First-Year Students |
8 |
1,289 |
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Community Health Promotion |
1 |
279 |
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Campus and Niaosong Wetland Park Walk |
1 |
135 |
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Tobacco Prevention and Smoking Cessation |
28 |
3,015 |
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Drug Abuse Prevention |
13 |
3812 |
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▲Weight Management Program |
▲CPR and AED Certification for First-Year Students |
◎ Student Drug Abuse Prevention
The University systematically promotes anti-drug education and campus prevention measures. Chun-Hui student volunteers also conduct outreach at nearby and rural schools. in 2025, 13 activities were held, attracting 3,812 participations.
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▲Community Anti-Drug Campaign |
▲ Smoking Cessation Program |
Student Financial Aid
The University provides scholarships and financial assistance to promote diverse learning, professional development, and global perspectives. Under the Financial Aid Guidelines for Disadvantaged Students, support includes grants, living allowances, emergency aid, and housing subsidies. in AY 2024–2025, over NT$70 million benefited 10,969 student participations.
Student Scholarships and Financial Aid, AY 2024
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Item |
Subsidy Amount |
Number of Beneficiaries |
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Financial Aid：11 sub-categories, including: Disadvantaged Student Assistance Grants, Low-Income Student Aid, Aid for Students with Disabilities and Their Children, Unemployed Family Student Aid, Work-Study Grants, Indigenous Student Aid, International Student Aid, Living Allowances for Disadvantaged Students, Stable Education Support Grants, etc. |
5,526 |
42,487,244 |
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Scholarships：18 sub-categories, including: Academic Excellence Scholarships, Student Leadership/Club Scholarships, Athletic Excellence Scholarships, “Stars Program” Admission Scholarships, Outlying Island Admission Scholarships, Military Program Scholarships, etc. |
4,146 |
16,402,299 |
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Comprehensive Student Support Mechanism：12 financial aid sub-mechanisms for economically disadvantaged students. |
1,297 |
12,094,604 |
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Total |
10,969 |
70,984,147 |
Number of Students Receiving Tuition and Fee Waivers
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Academic Year |
Low-Income Students |
Middle-Low-Income Students |
Students with Disabilities & Children of Disabled |
Children from Special Circumstance Families |
Indigenous Students |
Subtotal |
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2022 |
First Semester |
442 |
610 |
756 |
59 |
311 |
2,178 |
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Second Semester |
356 |
531 |
763 |
52 |
301 |
2,003 |
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2023 |
First Semester |
364 |
566 |
690 |
52 |
299 |
1,971 |
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Second Semester |
287 |
417 |
509 |
45 |
290 |
1,548 |
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2024 |
First Semester |
318 |
458 |
488 |
31 |
276 |
1,571 |
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Second Semester |
264 |
366 |
474 |
25 |
262 |
1,391 |
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University-Sponsored Student Financial Aid Amount (Unit: NTD)
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Academic Year |
Living Allowance Grant |
Emergency Relief Grant |
On-Campus Housing Subsidy |
Work-Study Grant |
Graduate Student Scholarship |
Subtotal |
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2022 |
2,499,524 |
470,000 |
1,012,500 |
21,767,292 |
1,536,116 |
27,285,432 |
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2023 |
2,299,921 |
543,000 |
762,000 |
20,489,014 |
1,578,120 |
24,910,055 |
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2024 |
1,688,106 |
196,000 |
440,000 |
22,766,958 |
1,013,880 |
26,104,944 |
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▲Financial Aid Partnership with Formosa Solar Renewable Power |
◎ Comprehensive Student Assistance
Since 2018, the University has received Ministry of Education funding to support economically or culturally disadvantaged students. Each year, the program benefits over 1,000 student participations, covering more than 38% of eligible students, with an average annual grant of NT$15,192 per student to reduce financial burdens and support continued enrollment.
In 2025, the University implemented 11 integrated support programs covering learning, daily life, and career development, benefiting 1,409 economically or culturally disadvantaged student participations. the Career Potential Star Program encouraged students to share their experiences, promoting learning support as an alternative to part-time work while strengthening learning capacity and employability.
▲ Higher Education Sprout Project—Enhanced Student Support: Empower+ Career Potential Stars
Special Education Resource Center
Renamed the Special Education Resource Center in 2024, the Center provides academic support, assistive resources, reasonable accommodations, counseling referrals, accessibility services, and career guidance. in AY 2024–2025, it supported 339 students, delivering 24,058 service participations. in 2025, 52 students graduated successfully.
Through peer support and empowerment, the Dream Lab Workshop and Dream Fulfillment Service Program offer internships and workplace training to strengthen social skills, career readiness, and independent living.
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▲Students Honored As Learning Role Models |
▲dragon Boat Team Wins Third Place in Debut |
◎ Support and Development for Students with Special Educational Needs
The University fosters an inclusive campus through accessible facilities, learning support, and reasonable accommodations. Individualized plans, academic assistance, peer support, and daily living services promote equal participation, academic success, and campus adjustment while advancing SDG 4 and SDG 10 through USR initiatives.
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Institutional and Administrative Support |
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．Ministry of Education Assessment: Assists students in applying for special education eligibility. ．Individualized Support Plans: Develops and regularly reviews plans based on individual needs. ．Student Support System: Provides faculty with timely information on students’ needs and appropriate support. |
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Academic and Daily Support |
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．Academic Support: Offers individual or small-group tutoring. ．Learning and Daily Assistance: Provides academic, interpersonal, and daily support through peer assistants. ．Campus-Wide Programs: Promotes inclusive education, disability awareness, and reasonable accommodations. |
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Development and Practical Learning |
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．Social and Career Development: Strengthens social skills and job readiness through group activities, workshops, career assessments, and individual counseling. ．Dream Lab Workshop: Develops practical, management, and social skills while fostering achievement. ．Dream Fulfillment Service Program: Integrates professional training, community service, and achievement showcases. |
Indigenous Student Resource Center
In 2016, the University established the Indigenous Student Resource Center to promote respect, diversity, and inclusion while supporting students’ learning, well-being, and cultural development. in AY 2024–2025, the University enrolled 318 Indigenous students, primarily from the Paiwan, Amis, and Bunun peoples.
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Ethnic Group |
Number of Students |
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Paiwan |
144 |
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Amis |
87 |
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Bunun |
39 |
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Rukai |
14 |
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Atayal |
11 |
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Truku |
8 |
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Puyuma |
7 |
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Seediq |
2 |
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Tsou |
2 |
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Hla'alua |
2 |
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Sakizaya |
1 |
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Yami/Tao |
1 |
◎ Student Care and Support
In 2025, the University:
．Held two orientation gatherings on Indigenous student resources and rights.
．Organized eight student club activities.
．Provided 102 counseling sessions addressing individual needs.
．Offered four certification courses in Indigenous languages, English, and document processing.
．Provided four on-campus employment opportunities to support practical experience and financial well-being.
◎ Indigenous Education and Cultural Empowerment
In 2025, the University:
．Held five Indigenous music and dance training sessions.
．Organized nine lectures on contemporary Indigenous issues and traditional culture.
．Hosted a lawn concert and Indigenous Week activities to promote cultural exchange and career development.
◎ Career Development and Workplace Readiness
In 2025, the University:
．Held six Pulima Creative Workshop career and craft sessions.
．Organized Indigenous community visits and service learning in Pingtung.
．Delivered ten Paloma Sowers career talks to foster innovation.
．Provided a campus microenterprise experience promoting Indigenous products and DIY activities.
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▲Group Photo at the Opening Ceremony of Indigenous Cultural Week |
▲Macau Voice Party Singing Competition |
