To keep up with the rapid developments in science and technology, and to promote the internationalization of higher education in Taiwan Academia Sinica established the Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) in 2002 in collaboration with a consortium of key national research universities. The interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs offered by TIGP are designed to provide an ideal scientific training and research environment for those who wish to conduct advanced research and experience a mature international academic setting.

I. Financial assistance

• A monthly stipend of NT$34,000.
• Duration: three years maximum.

II. Eligibility

• Applicants must possess a bachelor's or master's degree, or the equivalent, from a foreign university or independent college accredited by the R.O.C. Ministry of Education.

III. Miscellaneous

• For more information, please visit Academia Sinica's Taiwan International Graduate Program website at http://tigp.sinica.edu.tw/
• Contact person: Ms. Huan-Yi Shen
   Tel: +886-2-2789-8050
   Fax: +886-2-2785-8944
   Email: tigp@gate.sinica.edu.tw

IV. Application period

• from November to February 1 of the following year (subject to change).