2026 Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) | How To Apply

November 25, 2025

Applications for the 2026 Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) have commenced for interested and qualified candidates.

The Taiwan International Graduate Scholarship provides adequate financial support for selected candidates including a a stipend of around NT$ 40,000/month. 

In this post, more details about the Taiwan International Graduate Scholarship will be outlined in simple terms. We will also discuss the scholarship eligibility criteria, benefits, and step-by-step application guide.

Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) Summary

  • Host Country: Taiwan
  • Study Abroad: Study in Asia 
  • Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships 
  • Eligible Countries: All Countries
  • Reward: Full Scholarship | $15,000 Stipend/Year
  • No IELTS Required 
  • Deadline: February 1, 2026

Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) Details:

Are you seeking graduate opportunities in the beautiful and technologically advanced country of Taiwan? Apply for the 2026 Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) without delay.

The Taiwan International Graduate Scholarship is a Ph.D. degree program jointly organized by Academia Sinica and top national research universities in Taiwan.

It provides an all-English and advanced research-orientated environment for educating young academic talents from Taiwan and abroad. The TIGP also offers thirteen sub-programs.

Eligibility Requirements for Taiwan International Graduate Scholarship

To be considered for the Taiwan International Graduate Scholarship, you must:

  • Be a citizen of a foreign country except except China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
  • Have completed a bachelor’s degree, and if applicable, a master’s degree.
  • Have good academic standing.
  • Have good proficiency of the English Language.
  • Meet the specific requirements of the particular program you choose to apply for.

Benefits of Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP)

The Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) offers the following benefits;

  • There is no registration fee for this Taiwan scholarship (No Tuition fee).
  • Students will get a stipend of around NT$ 40,000/month (NT$ 34,000 tax-free + NT$ 6,000 before tax) for the first year. This is around US$1,250 and US$15,000 per year.
  • Moreover,  this scholarship/stipend will be extended for one more year for students who perform well.

Required Documents for Taiwan International Graduate Scholarship

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

  • Graduation certificates for bachelor’s degree and, master’s degree (In English).
  • ​Transcript for B.Sc degree and, if applicable, M.Sc. degree (In English).
  • Passport
  • Taiwan Alien Resident Certificate (ARC), if applicable
  • English language proficiency certificate
  • Three recommendation letters, including one from your advisor
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of purpose
  • Abstract of your thesis, with the name of the thesis advisor and their official website. Don’t submit the entire thesis.
  • Academic Achievement (Optional)
  • Other supporting documents, e.g., GRE Scores. publications, or any other certificates etc.
  • NB: Some programs have other specific required documents, do well to check before you apply.

How to Apply for Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) (Step by Step)

To apply for the Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP), interested and qualified candidates should do the following;

  • Click the button below to visit the TIGP webpage.
  • Create an account, verify your email, and proceed to log in.
  • Select the TIGP that matches your interest, and apply.
  • Ensure you meet the requirements and have prepared all required documents before clicking the APPLY button.
  • All the applicants can ONLY apply for ONE TIGP program.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews in 2026.

USE THIS LINK TO APPLY

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