Yuan Ze University

Yuan Ze University (YZU; ) is a private university located in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. Established in 1989, YZU campus is in Zhongli District, Taoyuan; Taipei; and Bade District, Taoyuan.

Yuan Ze University has six colleges offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs:

Office of Research and Development

Presidents

• Wang Kuo-Ming (王國明): August 1989 – July 1999
• Chan Shih-Hung (詹世弘): August 1999 – July 2005
• Perng Tsong-Pyng (彭宗平): August 2005 – July 2012
• Chang Jin-Fu (張進福): August 2012 – July 2015
• Hsu Tze-Chi (徐澤志): August 2015 – January 2016
• Wu Jyh-Yang (吳志揚): February 2016 – January 2022
• Liao Ching-Jong (廖慶榮): February 2022 – present

Recognitions and awards

Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings

• In “THE World University Rankings 2026,” Yuan Ze University was ranked 601st–800th globally.
• In “THE Asia University Rankings 2025,” Yuan Ze University was ranked 229th in Asia.
• In “THE Impact Rankings 2025,” Yuan Ze University was ranked 301st–400th globally. Specifically, it ranked 26th globally for SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 35th globally for SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

QS Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings

• In “QS World University Rankings 2026,” Yuan Ze University was ranked 1001st-1200th globally。
• In “QS World University Rankings: Asia 2025,” Yuan Ze University was ranked 315th in Asia.
• In “QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025,” Yuan Ze University was ranked 968th globally.

Alumni

Notable alumni

Yuan Ze University has produced graduates who have excelled in various fields including business, technology, and academia. See the full list on the Yuan Ze University Notable Alumni page.

YZU Distinguished Alumni

The university also recognizes outstanding graduates who have made significant contributions to society and their professions. See the complete list on the Yuan Ze University Distinguished Alumni page.

See also

• List of universities in Taiwan

References

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