NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (NTUST / TAIWAN TECH)
NTUST Scholarships (National Taiwan University of Science and Technology)
full · bachelors, masters, phd
- Tuition waiver + monthly stipendFunding type
- 3 degree levels (BS, MS, PhD)Eligible levels
- No IELTS/TOEFL/GRE requiredTest waiver
- ~NT$6,000-15,000 / month (est.)Monthly stipend
- 2 intakes per yearApplication cycles
- All nationalitiesEligibility reach
At a glance
full
Funding
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Max amount
Mar 31, 2027
Deadline
All countries (international students worldwide)
Country
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST / Taiwan Tech)
Provider
The National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST, also known as Taiwan Tech), founded in 1974 as Taiwan's first higher technical institution, offers scholarships for international students across Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programmes in Taiwan. The package combines a tuition waiver with a monthly stipend so recipients can focus on study and research; master's and doctoral students can also receive extra support from their department or thesis advisor. Awards span the College of Engineering (materials, civil and construction, chemical, electrical, and computer science engineering), business administration and industrial management, information management, design, architecture, and applied foreign languages. NTUST has simplified its process for international applicants: it does not require an advance acceptance letter, it waives standardised English tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, and GRE for the scholarship route, and it uses a single online application system. There are typically 2 main intakes per year (Spring and Fall), and the Fall window usually closes around March 2026. Because the stipend amount, tuition-waiver tiers, and number of awards are set each semester, confirm the exact current-cycle figures, intake dates, and conditions on the official NTUST Office of International Affairs page before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition waiver — Full or partial tuition waiver depending on the award tier; a year of NTUST tuition is worth roughly NT$100,000 (est.) that the waiver offsets.
- Monthly stipend — A monthly living stipend is paid to scholarship holders, estimated at about NT$6,000-15,000 (est.) per month depending on degree level and tier.
- Advisor / department support — Master's and PhD students may receive additional financial support from their department or thesis advisor for research work.
- Research and lab access — Access to NTUST laboratories, computing resources, and library facilities throughout the programme.
- Simplified application — No advance acceptance letter and no IELTS/TOEFL/GRE required, removing test fees worth about US$200 (est.) per exam.
How to apply
All applications are made through NTUST's online admission system during the relevant intake window; the scholarship is assessed alongside the admission application.
- Pick your programme and intake — Choose your degree (BS, MS, or PhD), the college, and the Spring or Fall intake on the NTUST Office of International Affairs site.
- Register for the online system — Create an account on the NTUST online application system; no advance acceptance letter is needed.
- Complete the application form — Fill in personal and academic details accurately and indicate that you wish to be considered for the scholarship.
- Upload required documents — Submit transcripts, certificates, a study plan, and recommendation letters; no IELTS/TOEFL/GRE is required.
- Review and submit before the deadline — Check the application for completeness and submit before the intake closing date (around March 2026 for Fall).
Eligibility
NationalityOpen to international students of all nationalities (not nationals of Taiwan).
Degree levelApplicants to Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD programmes may apply for the corresponding scholarship.
Academic recordA strong academic record appropriate to the level applied for; selection is merit-based.
English / languageNo standardised English test (IELTS, TOEFL, GRE) is required for the scholarship application.
Applicants must apply to a degree programme and the scholarship through the single online system; requirements can differ slightly by college and degree level.
Eligible countries
All countries (international students worldwide)
Deadlines
2026 Fall intake~31 March 2026 (est.)
2026 Spring intake~30 September 2026 (est.)
Selection
NTUST assesses scholarship applicants together with their admission application, ranking candidates on academic merit, the strength of the study plan, and recommendation letters relevant to the chosen field. Award tiers (full versus partial tuition waiver and stipend level) are assigned according to merit and the funding available in each college and intake.
Verified sources
- NTUST Office of International Affairsoia.ntust.edu.twofficial
- NTUST International Student Admission and Scholarshipsoia.ntust.edu.twofficial
About the provider
The National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST, or Taiwan Tech) is a public technological university in Taipei, founded in 1974 as Taiwan's first higher technical institution. It offers programmes across engineering, management, design, and applied sciences with a strong international student community.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the NTUST scholarship?
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International students of all nationalities applying to a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD programme at NTUST in Taiwan.
What does the scholarship cover?
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A tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend estimated at about NT$6,000-15,000 (est.) per month, with possible extra advisor or department support for MS and PhD students.
Do I need IELTS, TOEFL, or GRE?
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No. NTUST waives standardised English tests for the scholarship application, removing exam fees worth roughly US$200 (est.) each.
Do I need an acceptance letter first?
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No. NTUST does not require an advance acceptance letter; you apply for admission and the scholarship together.
Which degree levels are eligible?
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All three: Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programmes are eligible for the corresponding scholarship.
What fields can I study?
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Engineering, business administration, computer science, industrial management, information management, design, architecture, and applied foreign languages, among others.
How many intakes are there each year?
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There are typically 2 intakes per year, Spring and Fall, with separate application windows.
When is the application deadline?
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The Fall window usually closes around 31 March 2026; confirm exact dates on the official NTUST page.
How do I apply?
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Through NTUST's single online application system, where you complete the form, indicate scholarship interest, and upload your documents.
How is the scholarship decided?
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It is merit-based, judged on your academic record, study plan, and recommendation letters, with award tiers set by available funding.
Can MS and PhD students get extra money?
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Yes. Master's and doctoral students may receive supplementary support from their department or thesis advisor on top of the scholarship.
Where do I confirm the official details?
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On the NTUST Office of International Affairs website, which publishes current stipend amounts, intake dates, and conditions.