By Nneka Nwogwugwu
The Taiwan Ministry of Education has opened applications for its 2025 scholarship programme for Nigerian students interested in pursuing degree programs in Taiwan.
The scholarship, which covers undergraduate and postgraduate studies, aims to promote interpersonal relationships between the two countries while strengthening cross-cultural ties.
In addition, the program aims to build outstanding professionals equipped with skills that meet global demands.
Funding Details
The Taiwan Ministry of Education (MOE) provides financial support to selected students, including:
- Tuition and miscellaneous fees: Up to NTD 40,000 (approximately US$1,250) each semester. Any additional costs beyond this amount will be borne by the student.
- Monthly living allowance:
- Undergraduate: NTD15,000 (approximately US$468)
- Master’s: NTD20,000 (approximately US$625)
- Doctoral: NTD20,000 (approximately US$625)
Scholarship Duration
Undergraduate program: maximum 4 years;
Master’s: maximum 2 years;
Doctoral: maximum 4 years.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Nigerian citizen and not hold Taiwanese (R.O.C.) nationality.
- Have completed high school or higher education with excellent academic records and good moral character.
- Not a R.O.C. (Taiwan) Overseas Compatriot student;
- Must not have previously enrolled in a programme in Taiwan for the same degree level.
Application Requirements
- A completed Taiwan Scholarship Application Form.
- A photocopy of a valid Nigerian passport.
- Certified copies of the highest diploma and transcript (non-English or non-Chinese documents must be translated and authenticated by a Taiwan representative office).
- Proof of application to a Taiwanese university (for example, receipt of application fee, acknowledgement email from the institution).
- For non-English programs: Level 3 or above in the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL).
- For English programs: TOEFL or other recognized English proficiency test (if English is not the applicant’s native language).
- If applying to a program not listed under Taiwan’s official English Program List, applicants must provide proof from the university confirming it is an all-English program.
- Two signed and sealed reference letters from a principal, university president, professor or supervisor.
- A completed “Taiwan Scholarship Terms of Agreement.”
Deadline
The Taiwan Scholarship year runs from September 1 to August 31 of the following year.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply here.
The Taiwan Ministry of Education is offering scholarships for Nigerian students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Taiwan, with the aim of fostering cross-cultural ties and developing globally relevant skills. The scholarship covers tuition up to NTD 40,000 per semester and provides a monthly living allowance of NTD 15,000 for undergraduates and NTD 20,000 for master's and doctoral students. The duration is up to 4 years for undergraduates, 2 years for master's, and 4 years for doctorates.
Eligible applicants must be Nigerian citizens, have previously attained good academic records, and cannot have Taiwanese nationality or be currently enrolled in a program in Taiwan for the same degree level. Application requirements include a completed application form, proof of application to a Taiwanese university, language proficiency tests, and others. Applications run annually from September 1 to August 31, and interested candidates can apply online.
