The TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship Program offers full scholarships to talented students from partner countries, helping them pursue higher education in Taiwan. By building valuable skills, graduates can return home and support their communities’ development.
Since 1998, the TaiwanICDF has worked with top Taiwanese universities to form the Taiwan International Cooperation Alliance (TICA). Together, they provide a range of undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. programs taught in English. This global environment helps students from different countries learn from one another and gain a truly international perspective.
This fully funded scholarship covers tuition, monthly allowances, round-trip airfare, housing, insurance, and textbooks. It aims to prepare future leaders in fields like agriculture, business, public health, engineering, education, and more.
If you’re looking to learn in a world-class academic setting, gain valuable international experience, and help your home country grow, the TaiwanICDF Scholarship is the perfect choice.
Quick Overview of the TaiwanICDF Scholarship 2025:
- Host Country: Taiwan
- Deadline: December 1, 2024 – March 15, 2025
- Programs: Undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs at selected partner universities
- Funding: Full scholarship including tuition, housing, airfare, insurance, textbooks, and monthly allowance (NT$18,000/month for Master’s, NT$20,000/month for Ph.D.)
- Eligibility: Citizens of partner countries listed by TaiwanICDF
Programs Available at TaiwanICDF Graduate Scholarships 2025
TaiwanICDF collaborates with prestigious universities offering 29 programs across various disciplines:
- Ph.D. Programs:
Fields include Tropical Agriculture, International Health, Global Health, and Health Security. - Master’s Programs:
Covering areas such as Agriculture, Aquaculture, Business and Management (e.g., IMBA), Public Health and Medicine, Engineering and Science (e.g., IT, AI, Industrial Engineering), Education (e.g., Educational Leadership and Management), and more.
For detailed information on each program, including curriculum, application instructions, and admission requirements, please consult the official guidebook and relevant university links provided by TaiwanICDF.
Perks and Benefits of the Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students 2025
The TaiwanICDF Scholarship covers all essential expenses, relieving students of financial burdens and allowing them to focus fully on their studies.
- A round-trip, economy-class ticket to and from Taiwan is provided. Students must check airline baggage policies and make necessary arrangements before departure.
- All scholarship recipients reside in on-campus dormitories, fostering a supportive academic community.
- Tuition, credit fees, and other mandatory academic expenses are fully covered.
- Comprehensive health and accident insurance are included for the duration of the program.
- Required textbooks and study materials can be purchased upon approval.
- Monthly Allowance:
- Master’s Program: NT$18,000/month
- Ph.D. Program: NT$20,000/month
Deposited directly into the student’s local bank account.
- Cultural exchange and global learning environment
- Gain advanced degrees in top-ranked Taiwanese universities.
- Improve your professional skills, increasing job opportunities at home.
- Experience a new culture, learn alongside international peers, and broaden your worldview.
Exclusions for the TaiwanICDF Scholarships 2025
- Applicants cannot hold other Taiwan government-sponsored scholarships at the same time.
- Scholarship extensions are not allowed.
- Applicants who have previously received certain Taiwan scholarships must meet the gap-year requirement before applying again.
Eligibility Criteria for the International Scholarships in Taiwan 2025
To qualify for the TaiwanICDF Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be from a country on the TaiwanICDF’s List of Eligible Countries.
- Applicants should not hold Republic of China (Taiwan) nationality or be an overseas compatriot student.
- Meet all academic and language prerequisites of the chosen university program.
- Be eligible for a Resident Visa (FS) and subsequently for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) in Taiwan.
- Not hold any other Taiwanese government-sponsored scholarships in the same academic year.
- If previously funded by TaiwanICDF, MOFA’s Taiwan Scholarship, or MOE scholarship, applicants must have graduated before July 31, 2024, to apply for the 2025 intake.
- Present the highest-level diploma by July 31, 2025.
- Must never have had a scholarship revoked by any Taiwanese government agency or institution, nor have been expelled from any Taiwanese university.
Eligible Countries for the Leadership Development Scholarships in Taiwan
The scholarship is open to applicants from various regions, including Asia Pacific, West Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Europe. Some countries maintain diplomatic relations with Taiwan, while others collaborate closely on development initiatives. For the full list of eligible countries, please refer to the official TaiwanICDF website.
Important Dates for the TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship Program 2025
- Application Opens: December 1, 2024
- Application Deadline: March 15, 2025
- Results Announced: By June 10, 2025
- Program Start: September 2025
How to Apply to the TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship Program 2025
- Complete the TaiwanICDF Scholarship Online Application and upload all required documents. Each applicant can only apply to one program.
- Submit a separate application to the chosen partner university and fulfill their admission criteria.
- Depending on local requirements, applicants may need to provide hard copies of submitted documents to the nearest ROC (Taiwan) Embassy, Consulate General, or Representative Office.
- The ROC (Taiwan) Embassy/Office conducts a preliminary review based on TaiwanICDF criteria and forwards recommended candidates to TaiwanICDF by March 31, 2025.
- TaiwanICDF and the partner universities form a joint recruitment committee to evaluate academic qualifications and suitability. Only the most qualified candidates are selected.
- Recipients are announced by June 10, 2025. Acceptance letters are distributed through the respective ROC (Taiwan) Embassies and Missions Abroad.
- Recipients must sign and return the consent form, confirming acceptance of scholarship terms and conditions.
Required Documents for the TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship Program 2025
- Passport copy
- Highest-level diploma and transcripts
- English proficiency proof (if required)
- Other documents as requested by the chosen university
Apply Now and take the first step toward an amazing educational journey in Taiwan. Don’t miss the March 15, 2025 deadline!
