A 2+2+3 American nurse employment journey planning from MCU Taiwan.

• Ming Chuan University (MCU), Taiwan: 2 years education for natural science foundation and English ability training.
• Lincoln Memorial University (LMU), USA: 2 years for Nursing professional training.
• Examination and 3-year contract employment: if you applied the forgiveness loan.

MCU is a private university located in Taipei City. The university was established in 1957 and has gradually expanded its locations at home and abroad. Earning Middle States Commission on Higher Education accreditation in 2010 proves that MCU teaching quality meets U.S. educational standards.

MCU offers undergraduate and graduate programs in several professional fields including business, communication, design, law, and health technology. The university is well-known for the high value it places on practical education and its commitment to preparing students for employment.

One of the characteristics of MCU is its large population of overseas students. The university comprises diverse student groups; with students from more than 100 countries, the university has a dynamic and multicultural learning environment. Ming Chuan is also known for its research programs, with research centers dedicated to areas such as artificial intelligence, communication studies, creative industries, and life sciences.

In general, MCU hopes to provide energetic and innovative educational experiences for students who study in Taiwan.

(Note: This program is implemented by the Biotechnology Department on MCU Taoyuan Campus.)

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU), USA
LMU is a private university located in Harrogate, Tennessee, U.S.A. Established in 1897, the university is named after former U.S. President Abraham Lincoln. The main campus is situated on 1,000 acres adjacent to the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park and well known for its quaint architectural style and beautiful natural environment.

LMU offers undergraduate and graduate programs in several professional fields including business, education, nursing, law, and veterinary science. The university is well-known for providing practical and hands-on learning experiences for students.

LMU is recognized for its health science programs, which includes nursing, physician assistant studies, medical laboratory science, and osteopathic medicine. LMU operates DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine, which is one of the largest osteopathic medical schools in the southeastern United States.

In general, LMU provides a holistic educational experience which focuses on practical learning, community participation, and healthcare education.

1. Nursing Talents in High Demand:
   The healthcare industry continues to advance in the U.S. and qualified nurses are in high demand, which means that graduates of nursing programs have many employment opportunities in a range of medical institutions.
2. Competitive Salary:
   Being a nurse in America is a high paying job; the actual salary varies by personal experience and the state where one is working. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics, the median annual salary for registered nurses in 2020 was $75,330.
3. Multiple Employment Choices:
   Nurses in the U.S. can work in diverse places such as hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and schools. They also can focus on a variety of professional fields such as pediatrics, critical care or mental health.
4. Career Development Opportunities:
   Nurses can develop their careers through furthering their education or earning certificates in professional fields. Through additional educational training and experience, a nurse can become a nurse practitioner, anesthetist or midwife.
5. Fulfilling Work:
   Being a nurse is fulfilling work, as they help people and have positive influence on life. Nurses play an important role in patient care as they work closely with doctors and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the best possible care.
6. Green Card Sponsorship:
   U.S. employers can sponsor nurses to received green cards, which can help them work and live in the U.S.A. permanently. This sponsorship provides nurses with stability and the opportunity to pursue a long-term career in the U.S.A.

1. Dual degree learning experiences make for a more exciting college life. Multicultural experiences and abundant cuisines make life outside of study even more fulfilling.

2. The relatively low tuition fees make this high-quality higher education program more affordable for students.

MCU is a MSCHE accredited university which has an educational environment similar to those in the U.S. but with less expensive tuition fee standards.

3. Dual degree students can apply to third-party organizations for loan forgiveness up to US$72,000, approximately.. After students graduate from the university, earn a professional certificate in a related field and accept a recommendation to work at certain medical institutions for a specified length of service designated by the institution, their study loan can be forgiven.