Scholarship Application Guide for International Students in Taiwan
| Taiwan Government Scholarships Application Period | From February 1 to April 30 every year |
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| Types of Taiwan Government Scholarships Available |
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| Application Steps | |
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| 1 | Check Eligibility |
| a | Must be a non-Taiwanese citizen with a good academic record. |
| b | Meet age, health, and education requirements set by the scholarship body. |
| 2 | Prepare Application Documents |
| a | Scholarship application form |
| b | Study plan (in English or Chinese) |
| c | Academic transcripts & diplomas |
| d | Two recommendation letters |
| e | Proof of application/admission to Taiwanese universities |
| f | Language proficiency certificate (Mandarin or English depending on program) |
| 3 | Submit Application |
| a | Submit to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in the Philippines |
| b | Each applicant must process first their application for their preferred university in Taiwan. They also have to comply with and submit necessary scholarship requirements to TECO for review and recommendation based on the indicated deadline. It is important to note that a student is ineligible to apply if he or she is currently enrolled in another program in Taiwan. |
| 4 | Wait for Results (Results are released by June) |
| Note: Government scholarships are competitive and do not guarantee university admission—you must apply to universities separately. | |
| University Scholarships Application Period | Varies from university to university |
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| Types of University Scholarships Available |
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| Application Steps | |
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| 1 | Choose Your Program and University |
| 2 | Apply for Admission |
| a | Submit your application through the university's admissions portal. |
| b | Indicate you wish to apply for a scholarship if applicable |
| 3 | Scholarship Review |
| a | Universities automatically consider qualified applicants for available scholarships. |
| b | Some may request additional documents (e.g., portfolio, interview) |
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Receive Offer
Admission and scholarship results are often announced together |
Tips and Reminders
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You may apply for both government and university scholarships, but can only accept one full scholarship if both are granted.
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Always check each university’s specific deadlines, required documents, and scholarship terms.
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Some universities offer partial scholarships—covering tuition only, or monthly stipend only.