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☀️ Announcement of Application Dates for Each Semester

The application date for NCU Scholarship for Fall 2026 Semester starts from July 6th to July 20th, 12:00 PM, 2026.

👤 Eligibility:
  1. All current international students who were admitted in the Spring 2026 Semester (excluding non-recipients of the NCU Scholarship or dual-degree program students).
  2. Graduate students who are pursuing doctoral degrees.
  3. Students who are expected to resume their studies in Fall 2026 Semester.

📅 Please note: The deadline for instructors to submit final grades for this semester, Spring 2026, is July 2nd. Students who intend to apply for a transcript for this semester are kindly reminded to consider this timeline.

⚠️ Late submissions will not be accepted. Please submit your application as early as possible according to the timeline.

☀️ Release of the Latest Application Guidelines
📝 Application Info

Eligibility
Applicant Type Academic Requirement Chinese Proficiency Requirement
New Students Officially admitted international students Passed ONE NCU Chinese course
or
Provide a Chinese communication skills Certificate
Undergraduates Cumulative GPA ≥ 60 Passed ONE NCU Chinese course
or
Provide a Chinese communication skills Certificate
Graduates Cumulative GPA ≥ 70 Same as above
📌 Note: New students enrolled in the fall semester are exempt from the Chinese proficiency requirement when applying for the second semester of their first academic year.
Application Date
Applicant Type Application Deadline
All Students Will be announced before June 5th every year
Graduate Students pursuing Doctoral Degrees Must apply for the scholarship for the second semester of their first academic year Before February 1st
Fall Semester Entrants Same as above
Amount
Student Level Maximum Monthly Stipend
PhD NTD$40,000
Master's NTD$15,000
Undergraduate NTD$9,000
Tuition Waiver Tuition/Credit waiver only
📌 Note: After the awarded period, you can still apply for tuition/credit waiver.
Duration
Student Level Maximum Duration
PhD 8 semesters (including suspension period)
Master's 4 semesters (including suspension period)
Application Process
01
Confirm Application Time
  • Current Students: Check the schedule on OIA website.
  • New Students: Submit along with admission application.
02
Prepare Required Documents
  • Official Transcript
  • Appraisal Form & Student Counseling Document
  • Copy of ARC (Purpose of residence must be "Study" or "Dependent")
03
Submit Documents
  • Submit to Ms. Britney in OIA.
  • Late submissions will NOT be accepted.
  • May ask friends to help submit if you are not in Taiwan.
04
Confirm Disbursement
  • Check your account accordingly.
  • Stipends will be DELAYED during the month of semesters start and Lunar New Year.
📌 Students who apply only for tuition and credit fee waivers must also follow the same application process.
📌 Students who hold Dependent Visa, ARPC or Taiwan Employment Gold Card must submit the NCU Work Commitment Declaration for Scholarship Recipients together when applying for scholarships.
❓ FAQ - Application Related
Q
If my scholarship period has already passed the maximum duration, do I still need to apply?
A
YES! You still need to submit the application. Even if your scholarship period has overed, you are still eligible to apply for Tuition and Credit Waiver.
Q
Where can I apply for a transcript, and which type should I apply for?
A
You can apply for your transcript at 2 locations:
(1) Self-service Machine near to Zhi-Dao Lecture Hall. (Across from the OIA)
(2) Office of Registrar, 3rd floor of the Teaching & Research Building.
Please apply for a full academic year transcript. (Either Chinese or English is acceptable)
Q
If I plan to return in the upcoming semester, do I need to apply for the scholarship?
A
YES! You still need to apply according to the scholarship application schedule for the semester you plan to return.
(1) Return in Spring semester: Apply before February 1st.
(2) Return in Fall semester: Visit OIA website before June 5th for details.
Q
Can I use the Chinese course I took during my master's degree as the Chinese Proficiency Requirement while applying for the scholarship for PhD degree?
A
No! As master's and PhD programs are separate levels, NCU scholarship requirements must be fulfilled independently for each program. PhD students are still required to take a Chinese course during their current program.
❓ FAQ - Disbursement Related
Q
Are there times when the monthly stipend might be delayed?
A
In general, the monthly stipend will be DELAYED: (1) in the first month of each semester, (2) during the Lunar New Year month. Processing time may also vary depending on administrative schedules.
Q
If I apply for suspension, withdrawal or graduation, will it affect my monthly stipend?
A
Yes! If you complete the procedure before the 15th of the month, the scholarship for that month and any following months will not be issued. If the procedure is completed after the 15th, the scholarship for that month will still be issued, but no further payments will be issued.
Q
If I only receive a tuition/credit waiver, is there anything I should be aware of?
A
Even with a tuition/credit waiver, miscellaneous fees will still apply. Please log in to Portal to download your payment slip, you should then pay for the remaining miscellaneous fees.
Resources
Appraisal Form & Student Counseling Document for NCU NCU Work Commitment Declaration for Scholarship Recipients (For students who hold a Dependent Visa, ARPC, or Taiwan Employment Gold Card)

If you have any questions regarding the NCU scholarships, please contact Mr. Otani via email: otani7709@ncu.edu.tw

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