2025 Taiwan Scholarship Programme for Nigerian Students: Ministry of Education Opens Applications

Taiwan’s Ministry of Education (MOE) has officially opened applications for its 2025 Taiwan Scholarship Programme. This initiative is designed to support high-achieving Nigerian students pursuing undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degrees at universities across Taiwan. The program excludes applicants from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau and is part of Taiwan’s efforts to expand international educational cooperation and cultural exchange with Nigeria.

The scholarship is structured to promote academic excellence, foster closer ties between both countries, and cultivate professionals who can thrive in a globalized society. Successful candidates will receive financial support throughout their academic journey in Taiwan.

Key Benefits for Selected Scholars

Students selected under the MOE Taiwan Scholarship Programme will receive a monthly living stipend based on their level of study:

• Undergraduate students: NTD 15,000 (approximately USD 468)

• Master’s students: NTD 20,000 (approximately USD 625)

• Doctoral students: NTD 20,000 (approximately USD 625)

The stipend covers living expenses and allows recipients to focus entirely on their studies without financial burden.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following conditions:

• Must be a citizen of Nigeria.

• Should hold at least a high school diploma with excellent academic standing.

• Must demonstrate good moral character and have no criminal record.

• Must not be a citizen of Taiwan or classified as a Taiwan overseas compatriot student.

• Should not have been previously enrolled in Taiwan at the same degree level they are applying for.

• Must not be participating in any exchange program under a partnership between their current institution and a Taiwanese university at the time of application.

• Must not have already received a Taiwan Scholarship for more than five years in total.

• Should not be currently receiving any other scholarships or financial aid from the Taiwan government or Taiwanese educational institutions.

• Must not have been previously disqualified from the Taiwan Scholarship Program.

Duration of the Scholarship

The scholarship will cover the full duration of the chosen program:

• Undergraduate programs: Up to 4 years

• Master’s programs: Up to 2 years

• Doctoral programs: Up to 4 years

Selection and Notification Timeline

Applications will undergo a comprehensive review process. While not all applicants will be interviewed, the review panel may choose to conduct interviews if necessary. Final decisions will be communicated to applicants no later than May 30, 2025.

Important: Selected applicants must submit proof of admission from their chosen university in Taiwan to the Taipei Trade Office by June 30, 2025. Failure to do so may result in the withdrawal of the scholarship offer.

Required Documents for Application

Applicants must submit the following documents:

1. Completed Taiwan Scholarship Application Form

2. A photocopy of Nigerian passport

3. A photocopy of the diploma and academic transcripts of the highest level of education attained

   • If not in English or Chinese, a certified translation authenticated by a Taiwan representative office is required.

4. Proof of application to a university in Taiwan, such as:

   • Copy of application form

   • Receipt of application fee payment

   • Email or document confirming submission from the university

5. Language Proficiency Certification

   • For non-English programs: TOCFL Level 3 or higher

   • For English programs (if the applicant is not a native speaker): TOEFL or other English proficiency test results

6. If applying to a program not listed on the Ministry’s English Program List, provide a document from the university verifying that the program is taught entirely in English.

7. Two letters of recommendation, signed and sealed, from:

   • Principals

   • University presidents

   • Professors

   • Supervisors

8. Completed Taiwan Scholarship Terms of Agreement

Deadline to Apply

The final date to submit all application documents is May 15, 2025. Applicants are advised to begin the process early to allow time for document preparation, university applications, and translations or authentications if needed.

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More details, including eligible institutions and guidance on required documents, are available on the MOE Taiwan website.