Taiwan ICDF International Higher Education Scholarships
Scholarship program offered by the International Cooperation and Development Fund in Taiwan, supporting international students pursuing higher education. The source page provides organizational navigation and contact details for the ICDF.
Quick Facts
Status
Funding
Full / PartialDeadline
Varies - confirm on official site
Country
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The Taiwan ICDF International Higher Education Scholarships are managed by the International Cooperation and Development Fund, an organization based in Taipei, Taiwan.
The official source page outlines the organizational structure, core strategies, policies, and operational themes of the TaiwanICDF, which include agriculture, public health and medicine, education, information and communications technology, environment, and small and medium enterprises.
The TaiwanICDF operates across multiple regions globally, including the Asia-Pacific, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, conducting technical cooperation and international education and training.
Applicants should consult the official website and specific program portals for exact details regarding eligible fields of study, degree levels, financial benefits, and application deadlines.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Offers structured international higher education programs in partnership with Taiwanese universities
Covers multiple fields including technology, agriculture, and public health
Connects scholars with global development projects managed by the TaiwanICDF
Provides an opportunity to study in Taiwan with institutional support
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Taiwan
Taiwan offers various government and institutional scholarships for international students aiming to pursue advanced degrees.
Eligibility Requirements
4 requirements
Documents Checklist
6 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Visit the official TaiwanICDF website to review available degree programs and partner universities
Prepare all required academic documents, transcripts, and language certificates
Submit the online application through the TaiwanICDF application system
Submit a separate application to the respective partner university if required by the program track
Await notification from the TaiwanICDF or the local Taiwan embassy regarding application status
Application Timeline
Varies
Application Opening
Announced annually on the official website
Varies
Application Deadline
Typically closes in March of the intake year
Varies
Result Announcement
Results released by June or July
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Check the specific partner university requirements before submitting the application
Ensure all supporting documents are officially translated into English or Chinese
Verify the eligible country list published by the TaiwanICDF for the current intake
Contact the local Taiwan embassy or representative office for country-specific submission guidance
Submit applications well before the published deadline to account for system processing time
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions - click any to expand
Eligibility depends on the official list of partner countries published by the TaiwanICDF for each academic year. Check the official website to confirm if Pakistan is included in the current intake.
The TaiwanICDF primarily funds higher education programs at the Master's and PhD levels across partner universities in Taiwan.
Applicants must follow the specific application route designated for the TaiwanICDF scholarship, which involves using their online application portal and coordinating with the local ROC (Taiwan) diplomatic mission.
The scholarship typically covers tuition fees, a monthly living allowance, accommodation, medical insurance, and economy class airfare, depending on the specific program terms.
Check the Official Website
This scholarship typically opens around Varies - confirm on official site. Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.
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