Applications are now open for the National Taiwan University (NTU) Scholarships 2026 for Master’s and Ph.D. programs. International students from all countries are invited to apply for this prestigious fully funded scholarship program in Taiwan. If you aim to study in Asia’s top-ranked university without worrying about IELTS, this is a perfect opportunity.
National Taiwan University (NTU), located in Taipei City, is the most comprehensive and leading research institution in Taiwan. The university boasts 11 colleges, 56 departments, 133 graduate institutes, and over 60 research centers. NTU offers a wide range of academic disciplines, cutting-edge research opportunities, and global partnerships, making it one of the top destinations for higher education in Asia.
The NTU International Scholarships 2026 will cover tuition, living costs, and additional benefits to support your academic journey.
Program Duration
Master’s Programs: 1 to 4 years
Ph.D. Programs: 2 to 7 years
Financial Coverage
The NTU Scholarship provides comprehensive funding, including:
Tuition Fee Waiver: Up to TWD 40,000 (approximately USD 1,333).
Monthly Stipend: TWD 30,000 (approximately USD 1,000) for living expenses.
Airfare: One economy-class return ticket (from your home country to Taiwan and back).
Available Degree Programs
NTU offers a wide range of degree programs across various disciplines, including but not limited to:
Arts and Humanities:
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
Graduate Institute of Art History
Graduate Institute of Musicology
Sciences:
Department of Physics
Department of Geosciences
Department of Geography
Institute of Oceanography
Institute of Astrophysics
Graduate Institute of Applied Physics
Health and Life Sciences:
Department of Pharmacy
Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Graduate Institute of Microbiology
Graduate Institute of Immunology
Graduate Institute of Oral Biology
Graduate Institute of Brain and Mind Sciences
Engineering and Technology:
Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Graduate Institute of Environmental Engineering
Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering
Graduate Institute of Networking and Multimedia
Agriculture and Environmental Sciences:
Department of Bioenvironmental Systems Engineering
Department of Agricultural Chemistry
Department of Animal Science and Technology
Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Institute of Food Science and Technology
Institute of Biotechnology
Health and Public Affairs:
Master of Public Health Degree Program
Master in Global Health
Institute of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
Eligibility Criteria
Open to students of all nationalities.
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree to apply for a Master’s program or a Master’s degree to apply for a Ph.D. program.
Proof of English proficiency is required (IELTS is not mandatory if you provide a Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate).
Strong academic background and research potential.
Required Documents
Official academic transcripts and degree certificates.
Updated CV/Resume.
Study Plan outlining your research interests and goals.
Two Recommendation Letters from academic referees.
Proof of English proficiency (MOI or equivalent).
Other supporting documents (if applicable).
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the National Taiwan University Scholarships 2026 is November 13, 2025 ( First Round Application) & January 15, 2026 ( Second Round Application)
How to Apply for National Taiwan University Scholarship?
The application process is entirely online:
Visit the official NTU scholarship portal.
Create an account and complete the online application form.
Upload all required documents before the deadline.
Submit your application and track your status via the online portal.
