Taiwan ICDF Scholarship Program 2026 (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Taiwan ICDF Scholarship Program 2026! This is a fully funded opportunity for students from developing countries to pursue their higher education in Taiwan.

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​The program works with partner universities to offer Graduate (Master's) and Ph.D. degrees. It is designed to help students acquire skills in fields like Agriculture, Business, Engineering, Health, and IT, allowing them to contribute to the sustainable development of their home nations.

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Scholarship Benefits (Fully Funded)

The Taiwan ICDF Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support:

• Full Tuition Fees: Covers tuition and credit fees required by the partner university.
• Airfare: Round-trip economy class flight tickets to and from Taiwan.
• Accommodation: Free housing in student dormitories.
• Living Allowance:

  • Master's: NT$ 18,000 per month.
  • Bachelor's: NT$ 15,000 per month.
  • PhD: (Typically higher, varies by program).

• Insurance: Student safety, medical, and accident insurance.
• Textbooks: Costs for approved textbooks are covered.

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Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must meet the following requirements:

• Nationality: You must be a citizen of a country eligible for the TaiwanICDF Scholarship (check the official list).
• Admission: You must meet the admission requirements of the specific partner university.
• Visa: You must be able to satisfy the requirements for a Resident Visa (Code: FS).
• Restrictions: You cannot be a Taiwanese citizen or an overseas compatriot student. You cannot receive other Taiwan government scholarships simultaneously.

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How to Apply

The application process involves two steps (ICDF + University):

1. Complete the TaiwanICDF Online Application.
2. Submit a separate application to your chosen partner university in Taiwan.
3. Upload all required documents (Diploma, Transcripts, ID, etc.) to the online system.
4. Submit all physical documents required by the Taiwan Embassy/Consulate in your country.

​Deadline: 15 March 2026