These scholarships aim to encourage international students (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao SAR students are not eligible) to undertake Huayu (Mandarin) courses in the Republic of China (Taiwan) in order to provide them with opportunities to increase their understanding of Taiwanese culture and society, and to promote mutual understanding and interactions between Taiwan and the international community. Recipients study Mandarin at an approved language center, for at least 15 hours per week, and for 3, 6, 9, or 12 months.
Awards website:
http://english.moe.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=6777&CtNode=10634&mp=1
Eligibility:
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and hold a high school diploma. They may not be overseas Chinese students or nationals of Taiwan.
Typical Deadline:
March