Fully Funded National Taiwan University Scholarship 2027 in Taiwan
Summary
The National Taiwan University Scholarship 2027 offers international students from all over the world an outstanding opportunity to pursue higher education in Taiwan. This fully funded scholarship covers postgraduate degree programs, including both Master’s and Doctoral (PhD) studies across a wide range of academic disciplines. Selected candidates will receive full financial assistance—including tuition assistance, travel subsidies, and a generous monthly living stipend—enabling them to study at Taiwan’s top-ranked institution during the 2027/28 academic year.
Designation
Designation: NTU International Postgraduate Scholar (Master’s Degree Candidate / Doctoral Degree Candidate)
Overview & Key Information
| Host Institution | National Taiwan University (NTU) |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Master’s Degree (2 Years), PhD Degree (3 Years) |
| Scholarship Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Nationalities | All International Applicants |
| Location | Taipei City, Taiwan |
| Application Fee | USD 80 |
| Application Deadline | November 5, 2026 |
| Official Portal | NTU Official Application Link |
Location
The scholarship program takes place at National Taiwan University, situated in Taipei City, Taiwan. Established in 1928, NTU is Taiwan’s premier higher education institution, offering a vibrant, multicultural learning environment to over 32,000 domestic and international students.
Research Area
Programs are offered in both English and Chinese across virtually all major departments and graduate institutes. Primary research areas and faculties include:
- Engineering & Technology: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Applied Mechanics.
- Computer Science & Electrical Engineering: Computer Science and Information Engineering, Communication Engineering, Networking and Multimedia, and Biomedical Electronics and Bioinformatics.
- Medical & Life Sciences: Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Anatomy and Cell Biology, Toxicology, Immunology, Oral Biology, Brain and Mind Sciences, and Plant Biology.
- Natural & Physical Sciences: Physics, Geosciences, Geography, Oceanography, Astrophysics, Applied Physics, and Ecological & Evolutionary Biology.
- Public Health & Global Health: Public Health Degree Programs, Global Health, and Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences.
- Agriculture & Bio-Resources: Agricultural Chemistry, Animal Science, Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Entomology, Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, and Veterinary Clinical Sciences.
- Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences: Foreign Languages and Literatures, Art History, Musicology, and Public Affairs.
Scholarship Description
The National Taiwan University Scholarship provides high-achieving international scholars with complete financial backing to pursue advanced degree programs. Duration of support is up to 2 years for Master’s students and up to 3 years for PhD candidates.
Financial Benefits:
- Tuition Fee Support: Coverage of tuition fees up to TWD 40,000 (approx. USD 1,333).
- Travel Allowance: One round-trip economy-class airfare ticket between the scholar’s home country and Taiwan.
- Monthly Allowance: A living stipend of TWD 30,000 (approx. USD 1,000) per month.
Required Documents:
Applicants must prepare and upload the following documents during the online application process:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Study Plan (Maximum 1 page)
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Official Degree Certificates and Transcripts
- Proof of Language Proficiency (English or Chinese depending on program requirements)
Eligibility / Qualification
To qualify for the NTU Scholarship, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:
- Hold international applicant status (non-Taiwanese nationality).
- Hold an accredited Bachelor’s degree for Master’s program admission, or a Master’s degree for PhD program admission.
- Demonstrate academic excellence and strong research potential.
- Meet language proficiency requirements for the chosen degree program (English or Chinese).
How to Apply
Applications are processed entirely online. Candidates do not need to submit a separate scholarship application form; submitting an application for admission automatically places qualified applicants under consideration for the award.
- Visit the official portal and select your intended academic program.
- Complete the online admission application form.
- Upload all required supporting documents (transcripts, study plan, CV, recommendation letters).
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of USD 80.
- Submit your completed application before the deadline.
To begin your online application and review comprehensive program guidelines, access the NTU Admission and Scholarship Portal.
Last Date for Apply
The deadline to complete and submit your application for the National Taiwan University Scholarship is November 5, 2026.