The 2026 National Taiwan Library Fellowship for International Visiting Scholars invites researchers and academics from around the world to conduct research in Taiwan. Hosted by the National Taiwan Library, this fully funded fellowship supports projects in the humanities and social sciences, with a focus on Taiwan Studies or Southeast Asian Studies. The program offers a unique opportunity for international scholars to collaborate, exchange ideas, and advance their research in a vibrant academic environment.
About the National Taiwan Library Fellowship
- Host Country: Taiwan
- Duration: 3 to 6 months (cannot span across years)
- Dates: Registration for awardees is from June 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026
- Benefits: Airfare subsidy, monthly research grant, academic resources
- Deadline: April 20, 2026
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Financial Benefits
- One economy-class round-trip airfare subsidy (up to NTD 35,000 for Northeast and Southeast Asia; up to NTD 60,000 for other regions)
- Monthly research grant of NTD 60,000 for doctoral degree holders
- Monthly research grant of NTD 40,000 for non-doctoral degree holders
- Access to the National Taiwan Library’s research facilities and resources
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Program Details
The fellowship is designed for international scholars interested in pursuing research in the fields of humanities and social sciences, specifically focusing on Taiwan Studies or Southeast Asian Studies. Up to three primary awardees and two alternates may be selected, depending on available funding and evaluation results. The fellowship cannot be deferred or extended beyond the specified period.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Open to international applicants not currently engaged in research, teaching, or studies in Taiwan
- Background: Professors, associate professors, assistant professors, lecturers, postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, Ph.D. students, or library personnel and researchers of equivalent rank at foreign academic institutions
- Applicants recommended by institutions with a signed academic cooperation MOU with the Library, whose research aligns with Taiwan Studies or Southeast Asian Studies, are also eligible
- Requirements:
- Online application form
- Curriculum Vitae (with publication list)
- Research proposal (up to three pages, in Chinese or English)
- Recommendation letter (sent directly by referee by April 20, 2026)
- Letter of approval from the highest administrative authority at the applicant’s home institution
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How to Apply for the National Taiwan Library Fellowship?
Applications for the fellowship must be submitted online through the official application portal. Paper applications are not accepted. Ensure all required documents are uploaded and the recommendation letter is sent by the deadline. For detailed guidelines and to access the application form, visit the official website of the National Taiwan Library.
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