Hsinchu International Academy (HIA) is a Advanced Placement (AP) / American Curriculum school in Zhubei City, Taiwan. Founded in 2022.
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Scholarships Available
Two scholarships offered: (1) HIA Academic Excellence Scholarship — for students demonstrating outstanding academic achievement across multiple disciplines and active participation in academic competitions and clubs. (2) HIA Lion PRIDE Values Scholarship — awarded to students who embody Positivity, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence, and who demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and community service commitment. Specific monetary values not published.
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About
Hsinchu International Academy (HIA) is a WASC-accredited international day school located in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan, serving students in Grades 7–12 with a rigorous American curriculum including Advanced Placement courses. Founded in 2022 under the STAR Korrnell Education Foundation, the school operates in a purpose-built, technology-rich campus and provides dedicated EAL support aligned to WIDA and California ELD standards. HIA focuses on college preparation, critical thinking, and character development through its Lion PRIDE values programme.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
WASC-accredited and College Board registered international school co-founded in 2022. Offers a rigorous American curriculum with AP courses for Grades 7–12. Technology-rich, purpose-built campus. On-site IELTS and SAT/PSAT preparation and college fairs. EAL support aligned to WIDA and California ELD standards. Life Education and Lion PRIDE values integrated throughout. Partnership with Kennedy Catholic High School (KCHS) in Seattle.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online registration form. 2. Complete International Aptitude Diagnostic Test (IAD), scheduled on an individual basis at HIA, with a fee of NT$2,000. 3. Admission decisions sent to primary contact's email within two weeks of the IAD.
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Wellbeing & Safety
Life Education is integrated across the curriculum to support wellbeing. HIA emphasizes a diverse and inclusive community that strengthens and nourishes students physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Everyone at HIA is safe, seen, and supported.
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School Background
Operates as an Experimental Institute licensed by the Hsinchu County Bureau of Education under the Enforcement Act for Non-school-based Experimental Education. Co-founded by Dr. Jack Huang and Dr. Jase Lau under the STAR Korrnell Education Foundation; part of the STAR Korrnell Education Group. Affiliates include TON-YEN GENERAL HOSPITAL, TAIWAN IVF GROUP, Korrnell Academy, Korrnell Kindergarten, STAR ACADEMY, STAR KORRNELL INSTITUTE, and HCAS.