Taiwan ICDF International Higher Education Scholarship

About this scholarship

Full tuition, round-trip airfare, on-campus accommodation, monthly living allowance, and insurance for degree study in Taiwan. Bachelors 4 years; Masters 2 years; PhD 3-4 years (including Chinese language study)

Taiwan ICDF International Higher Education Scholarship eligibility criteria

• Citizen of an ICDF partner country (including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, etc.)
• Under 35 for Masters, under 40 for PhD
• Hold the required degree for the programme level (high school for Bachelors, Bachelor's for Masters, Master's for PhD)
• Meet Taiwan ICDF partner university admission requirements
• Not currently studying in Taiwan
• Good health (medical check required)
• English proficiency (IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 70+)

Benefits and coverage

• Full tuition fees
• Round-trip economy airfare (to and from Taiwan)
• On-campus accommodation
• Monthly living allowance: Bachelors NTD 15,000, Masters NTD 18,000, PhD NTD 20,000
• Health and accident insurance
• Textbook and course material costs
• Chinese language training (if applicable)
• Settlement and return travel support

Required documents

• ICDF online application form
• Academic transcripts and degree certificates
• Two recommendation letters
• Study plan or research proposal
• English proficiency certificate
• Medical examination report
• Copy of passport

How to apply for the Taiwan ICDF International Higher Education Scholarship

1. Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
2. Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
3. Applications open in January and close in mid-March. Partner university admission deadlines vary. Submit a complete application before the March deadline.
4. Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.

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