Program Overview

Introduction to the International Agriculture Center at National Chung Hsing University

The International Agriculture Center at National Chung Hsing University is a prestigious institution dedicated to fostering academic cooperation and exchange between Taiwan and international partners, particularly with Texas A&M University (TAMU) in the United States.

Program Overview: Short-Term Research Assistance for Doctoral Students at TAMU

The center is currently accepting applications for a short-term research assistance program for doctoral students to conduct research at TAMU. This program aims to strengthen bilateral academic cooperation and exchange between National Chung Hsing University and TAMU.

Eligibility and Application

To be eligible, applicants must carefully read and adhere to the guidelines outlined in the "National Chung Hsing University International Agriculture Center's Regulations for Sending Research Students and Postdoctoral Researchers to Texas A&M University for Short-Term Overseas Research." The application process involves submitting the required forms and documents, which can be found in the attached files.

• Application Requirements:
  • Applicants must fill out the application form and submit it along with other required documents.
  • The application form and related explanations can be found in the attached files.
• Application Deadline: August 8th

Program Details

• The program offers financial assistance in the form of scholarships to successful applicants.
• The assistance amount varies based on the duration of stay:
  • 2 months: NT$150,000 per person
  • 3 months: NT$200,000 per person
  • 6 months: NT$300,000 per person
• Applicants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation, visa, and other necessary arrangements through their academic advisor or department.
• Successful applicants must sign a contract with the International Agriculture Center before departing and must have two guarantors (academic advisor and department head).

Application Submission

Interested applicants should submit their application materials by the specified deadline. The application title should include the department, name, and duration of stay (e.g., "Department of XXX, XXX Applying for Short-Term Research at TAMU for X months").

Contact and Location

The International Agriculture Center is located at 2F, International Agriculture Building, National Chung Hsing University, 145 Xingda Road, South District, Taichung City 402, Taiwan.

Additional Information

For more details about the program, please refer to the attached documents:

• National Chung Hsing University International Agriculture Center's Regulations for Sending Research Students and Postdoctoral Researchers to Texas A&M University for Short-Term Overseas Research
• Application Form for Short-Term Overseas Research at TAMU