Networking; mentoring; research support (varies by programme)
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Maintain minimum GPA; satisfactory progress
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Varies by Programme
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate/Masters
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+
💼 Work Experience
None required
🏆 Leadership
Preferred
💰 Financial Need
Yes
🎯 Target Students
International Students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes
Rec Letters
2 letters
Interview
Some programmes
Application Fee
Free
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
2 letters Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Personal Statement / Essays
IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+
Interview: Some programmes
📋 Application Process
1. Check eligibility on official website 2. Prepare required documents 3. Submit online application 4. Review process 5. Shortlist and interview 6. Award decision
💡 Insider Tip: Financial need; any faith; apply via local Tzu Chi office
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Check eligibility on official website
Start Early
2
Prepare required documents
⚠ High Risk StageStart Early
3
Submit online application
4
Review process
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Shortlist and interview
⚠ High Risk Stage
6
Award decision
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
⏰ Deadline
June annually
🎤 Interview
Some programmes
🎓 Study Starts
September/October or January (varies)
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
June annually
Application Deadline
Submit complete application — no late entries
Some programmes
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
September/October or January (varies)
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic excellence; alignment with foundation values; clear study/research plan
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🇹🇼 Taiwan Ministry of Education (MOE) Scholarship
Taiwan
Tuition, miscellaneous fees, and monthly living stipend
Students with financial need regardless of religion
This scholarship covers: Full tuition coverage; monthly living stipend. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is June annually. Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Competitive. Acceptance rate: 5-15%. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
Yes
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+, 2 letters recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.