Check into University Housing

Purchasing Daily Necessities

  • The dormitory only provides:
    • bed, wardrobe, desk, and chair
  • Items you need to prepare yourself:
    • Mattress, pillow, quilt, hangers, personal clothing, laundry basket, laundry detergent (or powder), shoes, slippers, fan, desk lamp, toothbrush, toothpaste, washbasin, cup, water bottle, thermos, utensils, and any other personal items you may need, as these are not provided by the dormitory.

Once you move into the dormitory, you become a member of the dormitory family! Here are a few reminders for you.

  • You agree to take on responsibilities and obligations related to being a dormitory member.
  • You are willing to consider the perspectives of other dormitory residents and university staff and respect them.
  • If you infringe on others’ rights, the university will immediately terminate your current accommodation and may revoke your future dormitory privileges.

Main Dormitory Rules

To ensure safety and quality of living, please note the following:

  1. Students violating the “Tzu Chi University Student Dormitory Regulations” and posing campus safety concerns, as determined by related meetings, will be arranged to stay in a dormitory or return home for rest by the Office of Global Affairs (OGA). Reapplication for dormitory accommodation will only be considered after the situation has improved and approved by a special meeting.
  2. The dormitories are segregated by gender. Unauthorized individuals, including members of the opposite sex and non-residents, are not allowed to enter.
  3. Dormitory gates open at 5:00 AM and close at 11:00 PM.
  4. If you plan to return to the dormitory after 11:00 PM, please apply for late return in advance. If you plan to stay out overnight, please submit an overnight stay request before 11:00 PM on the same day. (The above applies to undergraduate level and above. For the Jianguo Campus dormitory: Junior College students must return to the dormitory before 20:00 to attend evening study.)
  5. Each resident will receive a room key. Upon moving out, return the key to the dormitory supervisor (“House Dad” or “House Mom”).
  6. Keep your room clean and do not place garbage, shoes, or other items in the hallways. Separate recyclables and general waste. Place recyclables in the recycling bins during designated times and general waste in the trash bins.Recycling Times:
    • Central Campus: Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    • Jieren Campus: Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    • Jianguo Campus: Wednesday, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  7. Please comply with the university’s energy-saving policies.
  8. The use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, amphetamines) is strictly prohibited. Any violations will result in legal consequences.
  9. Smoking, drinking alcohol, cooking, frying, or gambling (including Mahjong) in the rooms is strictly forbidden.
  10. Keep your room tidy and clean. Store your luggage properly, make your bed, and maintain peace in the dormitory.
  11. In Taiwan, unboiled water is not safe for drinking. However, water from the water dispensers is safe to drink.
  12. Laundry rooms are equipped with washing machines and dryers. Each use costs NT$20. Spin dryers are available for free after washing.
  13. The dormitory is a shared space. To respect others’ rights, please speak softly and gently open and close doors.
  14. For your health, the dormitory does not provide personal bedding (e.g., pillows, mattresses, bed sheets). Please purchase these yourself.
  15. For updates on the dormitory’s current status, pay attention to dormitory broadcasts. Any matters requiring your cooperation will be announced through official university notices.
  16. During summer and winter vacations, fewer students stay in the dormitory. Only a few areas will remain open, so students may need to move rooms or switch beds.
  17. If students violate dormitory regulations, the university will no longer provide accommodation.
  18. In case of emergencies, students must follow the guidance of dormitory staff.
  19. When arranging off-campus housing, withdrawing, taking a leave of absence, or graduating, students must submit the required forms, clean their rooms, pack their belongings, and return their room keys. Dormitory staff will inspect the room to complete the check-out process. Submit the forms to the Student Affairs Office’s Dormitory Counseling Division. Incomplete procedures will result in continued dormitory residency status.
  20. If you feel uncomfortable in your current room, you may coordinate for a room change within the one-month adjustment period after the semester starts.
  21. Dormitory residents are required to participate in activities such as morning cleaning for freshmen, public area cleaning, and day and night fire drills. Please cooperate.
  22. Other dormitory-related regulations concerning residents’ rights can be found on the Student Affairs Office/Dormitory Counseling Division website or in related policies.
  23. Any changes will be announced based on the university’s actual circumstances.