Scholarship opportunity for International students to study either Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. degree program at the National Taiwan University. Taiwan ranked 2nd on the annual 2018 Global Peace Index which is an indication of a robust educational standard that could be found in Europe, Canada, and America. Interesting? Kindly read along to get started!
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Why Study in Taiwan
The heart of Asia—that is Taiwan. According to National Chengchi University, Taiwan is home to about 800,000 foreigners among which are over a hundred thousand international students pursuing different higher education degrees. Taiwan’s competitive educational system, convenient and efficient healthcare system, low crime rates, and economic freedom are factors worth attracting as an international student. Most especially, Taiwan ranked 2nd on the annual 2018 Global Peace Index and is also considered to be one of the safest countries to live in the world.
These and many others are reasons why you should consider studying in Taiwan.
See other scholarship opportunities in Asia:
Funded Research Positions in KIST, South Korea Postgraduate research scholarships at Gachon University Schwarzman Scholarship at Tsinghua University, China
About the Scholarships in Taiwan for International Students
National Taiwan University (NTU) has many scholarships available for prospective students that can be applied for along with submitting your application. The government of Taiwan, other organizations, and respective colleges also provide scholarships for international students. Being offered a scholarship does not guarantee admission to NTU, and vice versa.
The scholarships therein are exclusively for degree students (undergraduate and graduate) who are international students.
International Student Financial Assistance Grant
This is a scholarship program for international students seeking to enroll in any undergraduate program at NTU.
Benefits of the Scholarship at National Taiwan University
- Full tuition waiver/reimbursement
- Monthly stipend of NTD 6,000 (USD 200)
For the first semester, tuition fees of up to TWD 65,000 (USD 2,167) will be waived. For the second semester onwards, the recipient will receive a tuition fee reimbursement for up to TWD 65,000 (USD 2,167) per semester. This is exclusive of administrative fees, thesis advisor’s fees, insurance, accommodation, internet service, credit fees, and other such fees, which the recipients shall bear on their own. For the reimbursement, the recipient must first pay the fees themself and will receive reimbursement upon providing the receipt to the OIA.
Other Details
Maximum Duration: 4 years for undergraduate degree students
Requirements for renewal of scholarship:
3.0 GPA or above in their first year, 3.2 GPA or above in their second year, and 3.33 GPA or above in their third year.
Outstanding International Graduate Student Scholarship
This is a scholarship program for international students seeking to enroll in any postgraduate program at NTU.
Requirements for the scholarship
All students applying to the National Taiwan University international graduate degree programs can apply (We recommend that you contact your potential supervisor regarding scholarship possibilities)
Benefits of the International Graduate Scholarship in Taiwan
- Tuition waiver/reimbursement of up to NTD 65,000 (USD 2,167) each semester
- Monthly stipend:
Master
- NTD 6,000 (USD 200)
- NTD 6,000 – College of Liberal Arts, College of Social Sciences, College of Law, College of Management
- NTD 8,000 – College of Science, College of Engineering, College of Medicine, College of Bio-Resources & Agriculture, College of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, College of Public Health, College of Life Science
Ph.D
- NTD 8,000 (USD 267)
- NTD 8,000 – College of Liberal Arts, College of Social Sciences, College of Law, College of Management
- NTD 15,000 – College of Science, College of Engineering, College of Medicine, College of Bio-Resources & Agriculture, College of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, College of Public Health, College of Life Science
For the first semester, tuition fees of up to TWD 65,000 (USD 2,167) will be waived. For the second semester onwards, the recipient will receive a tuition fee reimbursement for up to TWD 65,000 (USD 2,167) per semester. This is exclusive of administrative fees, thesis advisor’s fees, insurances, accommodation, internet service, credit fees, and other such fees, which the recipients shall bear on their own. For the reimbursement, the recipient must first pay the fees themself and will receive reimbursement upon providing the receipt to the OIA.
Duration of Prgorams
Master’s students ≤ 2 years
Ph.D students ≤ 3 years
Requirements for renewal of scholarship:
College committees will review the recipient’s performance each academic year and decide whether they pass the requirements.
How to Apply for National Taiwan University Scholarship
Applicants need only check the scholarship application box in the degree online application system. No extra documents or procedures are required. You can begin your application for admission at the university’s official portal
The application deadline varies with the program of choice.
For further details, visit the official announcement
