Taiwan Scholarship
Taiwan Ministry of Education scholarship for international students to study degrees in Taiwan, with a monthly stipend and tuition support.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
Destination
Taiwan
Funding
MOE monthly stipend of NT$15,000 for undergraduates and NT$20,000 for master's and doctoral students; participating universities may also reduce tuition and fees. Award periods are up to four years (bachelor's), two years (master's) and four years (doctoral), with five years maximum in total.
Eligible applicants
Citizens of countries friendly to Taiwan (not Taiwanese nationals or overseas Chinese students); bachelor's, master's or doctoral study in Taiwan
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Overview
Taiwan Scholarship is offered by Taiwan Ministry of Education for Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD study in Taiwan. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Tuition and fees up to NTD 40,000 per semester
Included
Monthly living allowance of NTD 15,000–20,000
Included
MOE monthly stipend of NT$15,000 for undergraduates and NT$20,000 for master's and doctoral students; participating universities may also reduce tuition and fees. Award periods are up to four years (bachelor's), two years (master's) and four years (doctoral), with five years maximum in total. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
Government scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 12, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: International.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants, except citizens of the excluded countries named by the provider.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Taiwan
- AdmissionRequired
- Apply to Taiwanese universities through the Ministry of Education programme.
Official eligibility summary
Open to international students who are not Taiwanese nationals or overseas Chinese students, with an excellent academic record. Language requirements depend on the programme (Chinese or English).
Applicant profile
- Citizens of countries friendly to Taiwan (not Taiwanese nationals or overseas Chinese students); bachelor's, master's or doctoral study in Taiwan
Study route
- Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD study in Taiwan
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to international students who are not Taiwanese nationals or overseas Chinese students, with an excellent academic record. Language requirements depend on the programme (Chinese or English).
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Application form and study plan
- Academic transcripts and diplomas
- Language proficiency evidence (TOCFL or IELTS/TOEFL by programme)
How to apply
- 1
Check the Ministry of Education Taiwan Scholarship guidelines and your local Taiwan representative office
- 2
Apply through the online system at taiwanscholarship.moe.gov.tw within the call window
- 3
Follow your country's instructions for submission through the representative office
Application timeline
Application cycle
The 2026 round ran from 1 February to 31 March 2026 through the Taiwan embassy or representative office (dates vary by country). The 2027 round is not yet announced.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Taiwan Ministry of Education
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 12, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.