Taiwan Government Scholarship
Doctoral research funding in Taiwanese universities.
Official source: Taiwan Ministry of Education • Updated:
NYCU International Student Scholarship
The NYCU International Student Scholarship for PhD study is offered via NYCU's international admissions route in Taiwan. Incoming PhD applicants request scholarship consideration inside the admission application. NYCU notes that monthly stipend and tuition award can be awarded together or separately, and also publishes an Elite PhD Scholarship track with specific committee-based selection.
TaiwanPhDPartially FundedDeadline: March 15, 2026 (Fall 2026 international degree-seeking cycle closing date; check department-specific spring availability)
Official source: NYCU Office of International Affairs • Last updated:
Eligibility
- Study location
- Taiwan
- Academic background
- Must meet admission/academic requirements for PhD study (check official source)
- Admission required
- Many providers require admission or a valid offer before funding decisions (confirm official source)
- Minimum GPA/grades
- Merit threshold is provider/program-dependent (confirm official source)
- Work experience
- Requirement varies by scholarship type and provider
- Field of study
- Program-dependent; applicants must match eligible disciplines listed by the provider
- Residency requirement
- May apply for country-targeted or region-targeted schemes
- Document language/translations
- Certified translations/legalization may be required for non-native-language documents
- Current enrollment status
- Depends on call rules (new-admit vs currently-enrolled categories may differ)
- Age limit
- Age policy varies by provider/country profile; many schemes do not publish one universal cap
- Language requirements
- Set by the host institution/program; accepted tests or exemptions vary by provider
- Eligible nationalities
- International students admitted to NYCU doctoral programs
- Degree level
- PhD applicants can request scholarship through admission application
- Current student renewal benchmark
- Graduate GPA 3.5 for scholarship renewal applications
- Funding rule
- NYCU scholarship category excludes recipients of Taiwan government scholarships/grants
- Elite PhD track
- NYCU states elite doctoral awards are recommended by colleges and reviewed by committee
Benefits
- Tuition
- Listed as partial (confirm coverage on official source)
- Stipend
- Included (amount varies — check official source)
- Accommodation
- Provider-dependent; may be included, subsidized, or unavailable by scheme
- Travel
- Provider-dependent; some schemes include one-time travel support
- Health insurance
- Coverage depends on scholarship conditions and host-country rules
- Other benefits
- Additional support may include research, books, or orientation allowances (scheme-dependent)
- Visa/residence support
- Some schemes provide limited support; verify visa-fee or permit support on official source
- Application fee
- Fee policy is portal/provider-specific; confirm before submission
- Tuition award options include tuition waiver or tuition charged at local-student rate
- Monthly stipend support is available under NYCU scholarship mechanisms
- Scholarship components may be combined or granted separately
- NYCU scholarship page lists an Elite PhD Scholarship example with NT$33,000 monthly stipend and tuition waiver for 2 years
Application process
- Apply for an NYCU PhD program through the international degree-seeking admissions system
- Request scholarship consideration as part of the same admission application
- Submit required academic and supporting documents before the cycle deadline
- Wait for admission and scholarship review results from NYCU
- After acceptance, complete enrollment/visa procedures and follow scholarship reporting requirements
- Account/nomination: Create an account or complete nomination/referral steps where the provider requires it.
- Selection method: Follow the provider’s official process (merit/test/interview/portfolio, as applicable).
Required documents
- Passport copy
- Master's degree certificate (or equivalent)
- Academic transcripts
- Research plan or statement of purpose
- Recommendation letters
- Language proficiency evidence required by the selected doctoral program
- CV/Resume
- Admission letter / proof of enrollment (if required)
- Certified translations (if required)
- Medical / health certificate (if required)
- Any additional forms requested by the provider
Good to know
- Eligibility and selection criteria are defined by the provider; confirm the latest requirements on the official source.
- Funding is listed as Partially Funded. Confirm what is covered (tuition/stipend/travel/accommodation) on the official source.
- Deadlines and requirements can change. Always verify the latest instructions on the official provider website before applying.
- Be cautious with third-party sites. Use the official link and verify details directly with the provider.
FAQ
Is this fully funded?
This listing is marked as partially funded. Confirm exactly what is covered and any remaining costs on the official source. Coverage can vary by program or provider, so read the official benefits section carefully.
Is IELTS mandatory?
Language requirements depend on the program/university/provider. Check the official source for the exact requirement and accepted tests or exemption pathways.
What is the deadline?
The deadline is listed as March 15, 2026 (Fall 2026 international degree-seeking cycle closing date; check department-specific spring availability). Always confirm the exact date and timeline on the official source.
Where do I apply?
Use the external official link on this page to reach the provider website. Scholarships Central does not accept applications or collect personal data for applications.
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