Overseas Study in Taiwan

Taiwan Huayu Bilingual Exchanges of Selected Talent (BEST) Program Short-Term Study Scholarship at National Taiwan University

Scholarship funding for study of Mandarin Chinese at National Taiwan University (NTU)

• For students interested in the Chinese language and Taiwanese culture, the Taiwan Huayu BEST Study Abroad Program at National Taiwan University (NTU) offers quarter-basis programs. Students participating in the program receive a monthly scholarship during their participation in the program. The scholarship will cover some of the students’ living expenses during their studies at NTU, and students will be responsible for other expenses, including but not limited to airfare and tuition fees.
• While at NTU, students may also choose to enroll in other NTU subject courses simultaneously as they pursue studies in Mandarin language courses (Students may take NTU subject courses, application for two or more quarters is needed and meet with NTU's spring or fall schedule. Students will be responsible for additional course fees).
• Students will choose from two distinguished Mandarin language programs at NTU and apply for one that they believe best suits their goals in language learning, and students will receive an official NTU transcript:
• Chinese Language Division (CLD) of Language Center: CLD offers courses based on the Chinese proficiency level of each student. Each class is composed of about 5 to 7 people to ensure that each student improves greatly in listening, speaking, reading, and writing throughout the class. Each quarter for 10-12 weeks, with 3 hours per day, 15 hours per week (from Monday to Friday). In one quarter, students can expect to complete 150-180 class hours, for which CLD would recommend 10 - 12 credits at completion. http://cld.liberal.ntu.edu.tw/en/index.html
• International Chinese Language Program (ICLP): ICLP is an immersive Chinese language program specializing in intensive, one-on-one, and small classes (3-4 people) with more than 100 courses for students of all levels. ICLP offers courses based on the student’s level of proficiency. Each quarter for 9-11 weeks, with 4 hours per day, 20 hours per week (from Monday to Friday). In one quarter, students can expect to complete 180–220 class hours, for which ICLP would recommend 12 credits at completion. https://iclp.ntu.edu.tw/
• Hands Together Initiative: Students in this program will also have the opportunity to participate in the Hands Together initiative, which is an extracurricular activity where students pair up with an NTU peer and tutor English at a local Taiwanese elementary school.
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Taiwan Huayu Bilingual Exchanges of Selected Talent Program (BEST)
Short-Term Study Scholarship at National Taiwan University 

1. Eligibility
   Currently a full-time student enrolled at Indiana University; Has a CGPA of at least 3.0; Is currently not registered as a student at a Mandarin Language Center or has sought a degree from a higher education institution in Taiwan; Is not simultaneously a recipient of any other Taiwan governmental scholarships; Holds a valid non-R.O.C./Taiwan passport that will remain valid/unexpired through the program term.
    
2. Benefits and Requirements
   
   • Students may choose to study at either the International Chinese Language Program (ICLP) or the Chinese Language Division (CLD), of NTU. Students admitted into the program are eligible for both NTU and IU scholarships. NTU will provide a monthly scholarship of USD $900 during their studies at NTU. Students will receive a one-time scholarship of USD $1,500 from Hamilton Lugar School (IU). Participating students will be able to transfer up to 12 IU credits upon completion of this program. Students will need to discuss with their academic advisors prior to application on their intention for how these credits contribute to their degree. Students’ grades from the NTU courses will be factored into their GPA upon transfer since this is an IU co-sponsored program.
   
   

   ICLP	CLD
   2025 Fall Date: Sep 18 – Dec 05, 2025 Tuition: TWD 155,630.80 (USD 5,310) Recommended Credits: 12	2025 Fall Date: Aug 25 – Nov 14, 2025 Tuition: TWD 38,453.41 (USD 1,312) Recommended Credits: 12
   2025 Winter Date: Dec 31, 2025 – Mar 20, 2026 Tuition: TWD 155,630.80 (USD 5,310) Recommended Credits: 12	2025 Winter Date: Nov 24, 2025 – Feb 06, 2026 Tuition: TWD 36,196.62 (USD 1,235) Recommended Credits: 10
   2026 Spring Date:Mar 26 – June 05, 2026 Tuition: TWD 141,503.86 (USD 4,828) Recommended Credits: 12	2026 Spring Date: Mar 02 – May 22, 2026 Tuition: TWD 38,453.41 (USD 1,312) Recommended Credits: 12
   2026 Summer Date:Jun 17 – Aug 21, 2026 Tuition: TWD 164,863.14 (USD 5,625) Recommended Credits: 12	2026 Summer Date: Jun 01 – Aug 21, 2026 Tuition: TWD 38,453.41 (USD 1,312) Recommended Credits: 12

   Other estimated expenses (USD)
   Housing	-Taipei Paradise (ICLP student): $645 - $1,040 (per month) -Off-campus: $350- $1,000 (per month) Please refer to the BEST websitefor more information
   Meals	$300 - $500 (per month)
   Miscellaneous	$300 - $400 (per month)
   Health Exam	$35 (Only for students staying 3 months or more)
   Insurance	$100+
   Airfare	$1,000 - $1,500+

   *All costs are subject to change in accordance with tuition fee increases, exchange and inflation rates, and variations in individual travel, housing, and spending habits. *USD 1 ≒ TWD 31 (estimated conversion)

3. Application Deadlines (same as other HLS semester study abroad programs):
   Spring 2026 – apply by September 1, 2025
   Summer and Fall 2026 – apply by February 1, 2026                                                                               
4. Required Application Documents
   Please submit the following to ealc@iu.edu (Subject: Your Name’s application for NTU scholarship):
   • One page that includes the following information:
     • Your name
     • The degree/major you are pursuing, and current year of study, and
     • A brief (approximately 300 words) study plan explaining your interest in studying at either the ICLP or CLD, your experience studying Chinese, and what you hope to gain from studying in Taiwan;
   • A copy of your current academic transcript (unofficial student copies are acceptable);
   • If you have never studied Chinese, one letter of recommendation from an Indiana University instructor.
5. Contact Information
   We are working on transitioning this program to the HLS study abroad site! Meanwhile, for any questions regarding this program, please contact chengkai@iu.edu. To find out more information on this program, you may also attend one of the HLS study abroad information sessions – times and dates are updated on this site