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Are there any requirements for applying to this program?
Are there any requirements for applying to this program?
Here are the Eligibility Criteria below:
Currently enrolled at the university with which we collaborate.
Minimum GPA of 3.0.
Achieve a minimum overall score of 70 in either the on-site or online Mandarin course.
(Optional) Pass the Novice 1 Level in the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) Speedy-Screening Test.
(Optional) Non-native English speakers are required to provide an English proficiency certificate at or above the CEFR B2 Level.
Applicants must be of non-Chinese background.
How do I sign up for this program?
How do I sign up for this program?
🇺🇸For Juniata College's students: You can sign up this program through Ms. Kelsey Lane, administrative assistant of International Education.
🇺🇸For University of Montana's students: You can sign up this program through Ms. Rachel Krach , program Officer of Mansfield Center.
🇺🇸For Southwest Minnesota State University's students: You can sign up this program through Dr. May Lee Moua-Vue, director of international student services and global studies.
🇺🇸For Florida International University's students: You can sign up this program through Dr. Li Ma, teaching Professor of Asian Studies Program & Department of Modern Languages.
🇺🇸For Hamilton College's students: You can sign up this program through Prof. Zhuoyi Wang, chair of East Asian Languages and Literatures.
🇨🇦For Kwantlen Polytechnic University's students: You can sign up this program through Ms. Zainab Al-Koubaisi, director of Global Engagement.
🇩🇪For University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt's students: You can sign up this program through Dr. Daniel Wimmer, head of Internationalisation.
🇮🇹For University of Urbino Carlo Bo's students: You can sign up this program through Ms. Lucia Bartolucci, operations Manager of the International Mobility Office.
🇬🇧For University of Queen's University's students: You can sign up this program through Mr. Conleth Burns, global Opportunities Development Officer.
You can also request details from your on-site Mandarin teacher or email our office at best.scholarship@g2.usc.edu.tw.
Where will I be learning Mandarin during this program?
Where will I be learning Mandarin during this program?
You will be studying at Chinese Language Center, Shih Chien University, which is located in Taiwan's capital city, Taipei.
It takes only 10 minutes to walk from Shih Chien University to the MRT station, about 30 minutes to reach Taipei 101, and approximately 1 and half hours to reach Taoyuan National Airport.
Furthermore, it takes about 30 minutes to reach the Riverside Bikeway or Jian Tan Mountain Hiking Trail.
For more information about Shih Chien University, you can visit our university's website: https://www.usc.edu.tw/?Lang=en.
What other things do I need to finish before I come to Taiwan?
What other things do I need to finish before I come to Taiwan?
Here are some documents you need to prepare or need to finish before you come to Taiwan:
What I need to complete after I join this program?
What I need to complete after I join this program?
During your participation in the program, you will need to fulfill the following requirements for future promotional or record-keeping purposes:
A 1-2 page reflection report about the program (including but not limited to your experiences in the Chinese language courses, cultural excursions, and life on Shih Chien University's campus).
Photos of your life in Taiwan.
TOCFL screening test.
A 3-minute video sharing your thoughts and experiences (including but not limited to your reflections before and after joining the program, your Chinese language learning journey, and your life in Taiwan).
How much will I get the scholarship?
How much will I get the scholarship?
Based on the duration of your application (1-12 months) and actual period of Chinese language study in Taiwan, you will receive a monthly scholarship.
The scholarship has a total value of NTD 28,000 per month; after deducting tuition and activity fees, students will receive NTD
15,000 in cash ( collected at our office).
When will I get scholarship every month?
When will I get scholarship every month?
You will receive your monthly scholarship around the 10th of each month (to be postponed to the next business day in case of holidays).
Do I need to pay tuition fees?
Do I need to pay tuition fees?
The scholarship has a total value of NTD 28,000 per month. After deducting tuition and other activities fees, such as cultural Trip, language exchange, cultural class, students will receive NTD 15,000 in cash, which will be collected at our office.
Do I need to pay learning materials?
Do I need to pay learning materials?
You are required to pay for learning materials, and the cost depends on your class level.
You can purchase the books from the Chinese Language Center, an online bookstore, or an e-book website.
Do I need to pay accommodation expenses?
Do I need to pay accommodation expenses?
You do not need to pay for accommodation fees, but you will need to purchase bedding items such as a mattress, pillow, comforter, and other personal necessities.
However, we also have some second-hand bedding sets available, so please feel free to ask us if you’re interested.
How long is the Chinese class every day?
How long is the Chinese class every day?
The class will take place from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
In the event of a natural disaster (e.g., a typhoon holiday) or a national holiday (e.g., National Day), classes will be canceled, and attendance will not be required.
What can I get after completing the Chinese language course?
What can I get after completing the Chinese language course?
You will receive a transcript for your course performance.
In addition, if you pass the final exam and your total absence does not exceed one-fourth of the total class hours, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
You will also have a free TOCFL screening test after you complete the Mandarin course.
What is the "Hand in Hand" Internship?
What is the "Hand in Hand" Internship?
The "Hand in Hand" Internship is a collaborative project with Taiwanese junior high and elementary schools. It aims to leverage Huayu B.E.S.T. scholarship program participants' English and Chinese language skills to assist Taiwanese junior high and elementary school students in their learning.
The Huayu B.E.S.T. scholarship program participants can earn more stipends by joining this internship, depending on their working hours.
The primary job responsibilities fall into four categories: English course assistants, school event coordinators, school event companions, and homestay activity participants.
How much is the cost of living in Taiwan approximately?
How much is the cost of living in Taiwan approximately?
Here is the daily cost reference. The total cost depends on each person's living habits:
🍱Food: NTD400 - 1,000 per day
🚝Transportation (Depends on the destination):
Bus: NTD15 per trip
MRT: NTD20 – NT$50 per trip
Ubike: NTD20 per half hour
High-Speed Rail: NT$200 - NT$1,530
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