National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST) Scholarship

 Taiwan Tech offers generous scholarships for outstanding international students seeking to pursue Master’s or PhD programs (Fall admission), funded by the university's endowment and MOE subsidies. Office of International AffairsGreat Youth Opportunities

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Eligibility Criteria

• First-time Applicants

  • Must be foreign nationals (excluding Overseas Chinese, students from China, or exchange students) holding appropriate bachelor’s (for Master's) or master’s (for PhD) degrees from abroad. Office of International Affairs

• Extension Applicants

  • Current NTUST scholarship recipients may apply for renewal at the end of their first year, subject to performance and departmental approval. Office of International Affairs

• Not Eligible If:

  • Receiving other financial aid from NTUST or the ROC government unless it's limited research or work-study funding under special agreements. Office of International Affairs+1

  • Concurrently enrolled at NTUST and another Taiwanese university, or engaged in full-time paid employment in Taiwan. Office of International AffairsGreat Youth Opportunities

• Additional Limitations

  • Applicants with over one year of previous study in Taiwan (unless MOE-approved) may be disqualified. Scholarships and AidAbS

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Scholarship Benefits & Stipends

NTUST scholarships may come in full or partial forms, covering tuition fees and providing a living stipend.

Program Level	Scholarship Type	University Contribution (NT$/month)	Department/Advisor Contribution (NT$/month)	Total (NT$/month)
Master’s	Full	6,000	6,000	12,000
PhD	Full	12,000	6,000	18,000
Master’s	Partial	3,000	6,000	9,000
PhD	Partial	6,500	6,000	12,500

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• Tuition Waiver: Typically includes a waiver for tuition and associated fees for one academic year. Office of International Affairs

• Duration:

  • Master’s: Up to 2 years (fast-track to PhD, up to 4 years).

  • PhD: Up to 3 years.

  • Fast-track Master to PhD: Max 4 years, with an additional tuition waiver year as recommended. Office of International AffairsGreat Youth Opportunities

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Application & Evaluation Process

• First-time Applicants

  • Apply for admission to a graduate program at NTUST and submit scholarship documentation via the admission system. Office of International AffairsGreat Youth Opportunities

• Extension Applicants

  • Must submit transcripts, research outputs, and an advisor's recommendation to their department before the existing scholarship ends. Office of International Affairs

• Evaluation

  • Managed by the International Student Scholarship Committee in collaboration with the respective departments.

  • For first-time applicants, scholarship decisions accompany the admission offer. Office of International Affairs

  • For renewals, departments evaluate based on academic performance and research progress. Office of International Affairs

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Scholarship Terms: Cancellation, Suspension & Resumption

The scholarship may be cancelled or suspended under various circumstances:

• Lack of departmental recommendation for extension.

• Poor academic or research performance.

• Extended absence from Taiwan without leave.

• Failure to complete enrollment or registration.

• Violation of R.O.C. laws or university regulations (including receiving demerits).

• Submission of forged or false information. Office of International Affairs+1

Resumption: Possible if circumstances are resolved, but the lost scholarship time isn't counted toward the maximum duration. Office of International Affairs

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Summary Snapshot

• Eligible for: International students (Master's & PhD) from abroad, excluding certain categories.

• Benefits: Tuition waiver + monthly stipends (NT$9,000–18,000 depending on program & type).

• Duration: Up to 2 years (Master’s), 3 years (PhD), up to 4 years in fast-track cases.

• How to Apply: Via NTUST admission portal; inclusion of scholarship docs required.

• Conditions: Academic standing, compliance with enrollment regulations, and good conduct maintained.

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Additional Related Opportunities

• Taiwan Scholarship (Government-funded)

  • Some applicants may also apply through MOE/MOFA for scholarships covering tuition, stipend, insurance, and sometimes travel. Wikipedia+1

• Other University Scholarships

  • Programs like NTU Scholarship, Academia Sinica, and the Taiwan International Graduate Program also offer competitive funding. Wikipedia

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What to Do Next?

1. Identify your program of interest (Master’s or PhD) and ensure eligibility.

2. Prepare required documents: degree certificates, transcripts, language tests, letters of recommendation, and research statement (if applicable).

3. Apply for admission via NTUST's portal, and make sure to tick the scholarship application as needed.

4. Monitor correspondence with the department/university for updates on admission and scholarship decisions.

5. If already a student with a scholarship, keep track of deadlines and performance metrics for renewal.