Taiwan Scholarship for International Researchers and Professors

Scholarship Details:

• Host Country: Taiwan

• Fields of Study:

  • Economics and Business

  • History and Anthropology

  • International Affairs

  • Political Science

  • Society

• Eligibility Level:

  • Foreign Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors

  • Postdoctoral Researchers

  • Doctoral Candidates

  • Doctoral Students in related fields

  • Researchers at an equivalent level in foreign academic institutions

• Application Deadline: June 15, 2025

• Organizing Body: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Taiwan

Scholarship Benefits:

A. Travel Subsidy:

Scholarship recipients will receive a subsidized round-trip airfare in economy class between their country of residence and Taiwan. The subsidy is based on the actual ticket price, with the following maximum limits for each region:

• Northeast and Southeast Asia: 35,000 NT$

• Europe and Western Asia: 60,000 NT$

• North America: 55,000 NT$

• Central and South America: 75,000 NT$

• Africa: 90,000 NT$

• Oceania: 65,000 NT$

Upon arrival in Taiwan, recipients will need to submit the following documents to request the travel subsidy:

• A copy of their ticket or electronic ticket receipt

• Receipts or other proof of payment for the airfare

B. Monthly Stipend:

• Professors, Associate Professors, Senior Researchers: 60,000 NT$ per month

• Assistant Professors, Assistant Researchers, Postdoctoral Researchers, Doctoral Candidates, and other individuals recommended by ROC (Taiwan) missions: 50,000 NT$ per month

C. Insurance:

A group accident insurance is provided for the duration of the research stay in Taiwan, covering:

• 1 million NT$ in the event of accidental death

• 50,000 NT$ for medical expenses due to accidents

D. Duration:

• The minimum duration of the scholarship is 3 months, and the maximum duration is 1 year.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for the Taiwan Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Type of Candidate: Foreign Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Postdoctoral Researchers, Doctoral Candidates, or equivalent researchers at foreign academic institutions.

• Field of Research: The research must be related to Economics and Business, History and Anthropology, International Affairs, Political Science, or Society.

• Required Documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications)

  • Research Proposal

  • Two Letters of Recommendation, or one letter of recommendation and a letter of agreement from the administrative head of your institution.

How to Apply:

1. Prepare the Required Documents:

   • CV, Research Proposal, Letters of Recommendation, and other necessary documents.

2. Submit Your Application:

   • Complete and submit your application through the official application portal:

     Official Link

   • Application Deadline: June 15, 2025

Why Apply for the Taiwan Scholarship?

The Taiwan Scholarship offers an exceptional opportunity for international researchers and professors to conduct academic research in Taiwan, receive financial support, and contribute to academic exchanges. Taiwanese universities and research institutions are renowned for their cutting-edge research across various fields. This scholarship also covers travel and accommodation costs, making it a comprehensive funding opportunity for international researchers.