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ScholarshipBachelor's / Master's / PhDAsiaFully funded

TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship

Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF)

What it coversFull scholarship package; exact coverage defined in the annual guidebook
DeadlineDec 1 – Mar 15 (annual; the 2027 intake application runs from 1 Dec 2026 to 15 Mar 2027)
Host countryTaiwan
SubjectsNo field restriction listed
Application effortHigh
Best suited toApplicants from TaiwanICDF partner countries seeking development-related degree programmes

Who can apply

Citizens of TaiwanICDF partner countries who meet the annual guidebook and programme requirements; programme options vary

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About this opportunity

Full scholarship for selected degree programmes at partner universities in Taiwan. Eligibility is limited to partner countries and the programmes listed in the annual guidebook.

Documents to prepare

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How to apply, step by step

  1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of TaiwanICDF partner countries who meet the annual guidebook and programme requirements; programme options vary
  2. Note the deadline. Dec 1 – Mar 15 (annual; the 2027 intake application runs from 1 Dec 2026 to 15 Mar 2027) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
  3. Prepare your documents. Online application; passport; academic certificates and transcripts; English proficiency evidence; recommendation letters; medical forms and other guidebook requirements.
  4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Eligibility and academic review; programme/university requirements apply

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Tips from our advisors

  1. The 2027 application window is scheduled to open on 1 December 2026; read the current guidebook and eligible-country list.
  2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
  3. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
  4. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
  5. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
  6. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
  7. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship?

Citizens of TaiwanICDF partner countries who meet the annual guidebook and programme requirements; programme options vary

What does TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship cover?

Full scholarship package; exact coverage defined in the annual guidebook

When is the deadline for TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship?

Dec 1 – Mar 15 (annual; the 2027 intake application runs from 1 Dec 2026 to 15 Mar 2027) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship?

Host countries: Taiwan.

What documents do I need for TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship?

Online application; passport; academic certificates and transcripts; English proficiency evidence; recommendation letters; medical forms and other guidebook requirements.

How are applicants selected for TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship?

Eligibility and academic review; programme/university requirements apply

How much work is the TaiwanICDF International Higher Education Scholarship application?

High

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