NATIONAL YANG MING CHIAO TUNG UNIVERSITY (NYCU)
NYCU Taiwan International Scholarship (Spring Intake)
full · bachelors, masters, phd
- GPA 3.0 / 3.5Minimum GPA for undergraduate / graduate applicants
- Full or partialTuition waiver, often co-sponsored by the department
- ~NT$8,000/mo (est.)Indicative monthly living stipend (confirm officially)
- All nationalitiesOpen to international students except Taiwanese citizens
- Sep 15Application closes at 12:00 PM GMT+8 (estimated cycle date)
- HsinchuStudy in Taiwan's main technology hub
At a glance
full
Funding
€15k
Max amount
Sep 15, 2026
Deadline
Open to all nationalities except Taiwanese citizens
Country
National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU)
Provider
The NYCU Taiwan International Scholarship (Spring Intake) is offered by National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University to international students already enrolled at the university across undergraduate and graduate programs. NYCU is located in Hsinchu, the centre of Taiwan's technology industry, and is active in fields such as AI, biomedical engineering and sustainability. Selected students receive a monthly living stipend, a partial or full tuition waiver (often co-sponsored by the academic department or advisor), and access to research facilities. Eligibility requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for undergraduates and 3.5 for graduate students; applicants must not already receive other government scholarships and must not hold a working ARC or visa. The award is open to all nationalities except Taiwanese citizens, and students whose current scholarships expire in February 2026 are encouraged to apply. For the Spring 2026 cycle, applications open around July 15, 2025 and close September 15, 2025 (12:00 PM, GMT+8), with results announced around December 25, 2025; for the equivalent later cycle, confirm exact dates and the value of the stipend and tuition waiver on the official NYCU scholarship portal before applying.
What's covered
- Monthly stipend — A living-cost stipend of roughly ~NT$8,000 per month (est.); confirm the exact amount on the official portal.
- Tuition waiver — A partial or full tuition waiver, frequently co-sponsored by the academic department or faculty advisor.
- Research facilities — Access to advanced research labs in Hsinchu's technology ecosystem.
- Academic support — Supervision and advisor support, including for the required research report and recommendation process.
- Indicative annual value — Combined stipend and waiver can be worth well over ~NT$100,000 per year (est.) depending on program and department co-funding.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online through the NYCU scholarship portal using your student credentials before the deadline.
- Confirm eligibility — Check your enrolment status, GPA (3.0 undergraduate / 3.5 graduate) and that you are not on other government funding or a working ARC/visa.
- Prepare your documents — Assemble the signed declaration form, conduct grade report, and (graduate students) a 1-2 page research report signed by your advisor.
- Log in to the portal — Visit the NYCU scholarship portal and sign in with your NYCU student credentials.
- Upload your application — Upload all required documents before the deadline and add optional certificates (TOCFL, volunteer or achievement records) to strengthen your case.
- Arrange your recommendation — Notify your academic advisor to submit the recommendation letter directly through the online system.
Eligibility
EnrolmentBe a currently enrolled international student at NYCU.
Academic recordHold a minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.5 (graduate).
No other government fundingNot be a recipient of other government scholarships.
StatusNot hold a working ARC or visa; must hold foreign-student status.
Students whose current scholarships expire in February 2026 are encouraged to apply. The award is for existing NYCU students, not new applicants.
Eligible countries
Open to all nationalities except Taiwanese citizens
Deadlines
Spring 2026~September 15, 2026, 12:00 PM GMT+8 (est.)
Selection
Selection is based on academic record, the quality of the submitted documents, and the advisor's recommendation. Submitting all required and optional materials, maintaining a strong GPA, and securing a well-written recommendation from an advisor improve an applicant's chances. Tuition waivers are often co-funded by the relevant department.
Verified sources
- NYCU Office of International Affairs - Scholarship Portaloia-scholarship.nycu.edu.twofficial
About the provider
National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) is a public research university in Hsinchu, Taiwan, formed from the merger of National Chiao Tung University and National Yang-Ming University. It is known for work in technology, biomedical sciences and interdisciplinary research.
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.
Is this scholarship open to new students?
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No. It is only for international students already enrolled at NYCU, not new applicants.
Can students from any country apply?
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Yes. All nationalities are eligible except Taiwanese citizens, and applicants must hold foreign-student status.
Can I apply if I already receive another scholarship?
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No. Applicants who receive other government scholarships, or who hold a working ARC or visa, are not eligible.
What GPA do I need?
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Undergraduate applicants need a minimum GPA of 3.0 and graduate applicants need at least 3.5.
What does the scholarship cover?
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A monthly living stipend, a partial or full tuition waiver (often co-sponsored by the department), and access to research facilities. Confirm the exact figures officially.
How much is the monthly stipend?
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It is indicatively around ~NT$8,000 per month (est.); the exact amount is set each cycle, so confirm it on the official portal.
Is Chinese language proficiency required?
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No, it is not mandatory, but submitting a TOCFL or NYCU Chinese language certificate can strengthen your application.
What documents do graduate students need?
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Graduate students must include a 1-2 page research report signed by their academic advisor, in addition to the standard documents.
How is the recommendation letter submitted?
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Your academic advisor submits the recommendation letter directly through the online system; you should notify them in advance.
When do applications open and close?
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For the Spring cycle, applications open around July 15 and close around September 15 at 12:00 PM GMT+8 (estimated). Verify the dates officially.
When are results announced?
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Results are announced around December 25 of the application year (estimated).
How can I improve my chances of selection?
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Submit all required and optional documents, keep a strong academic record, and secure a well-written recommendation from your advisor.