Call for Applications: 2026 KLA Research Thesis Award and Outstanding Technology Scholarship
Applications are now open for the 2026 KLA Research Thesis Award and Outstanding Technology Scholarship at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU).
Eligible students are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Application Deadline: September 18, 2026 (Friday)
This scholarship aims to encourage graduate students to pursue research in semiconductor-related processes, technologies, principles, and materials, strengthen Taiwan's research and development capabilities in this field, and cultivate outstanding scientific and technological talent.
【Scholarship Information】
Application Deadline: From now until September 18, 2026 (Friday).
Eligibility: Graduate students from the College of Science, College of Engineering, College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, the Academy of Innovative Semiconductor and Sustainable Manufacturing, or other related colleges at NCKU who are recommended by their academic advisor and meet one of the following requirements:
Research Thesis Award (Ph.D.)
- Ph.D. students graduating in Academic Year 2025 (AY114); or
- Ph.D. students in their third year or above during Academic Year 2026 (AY115).
Outstanding Technology Scholarship (Master's)
- Second-year master's students in Academic Year 2026 (AY115); or
- First-year master's students with Pre-Graduate Student status.
【Awards】
First Prize – Ph.D. Thesis Award
- One recipient annually
- Student scholarship: NT$100,000
- Advisor award: NT$50,000
Excellence Award – Ph.D. Thesis Award
- Two recipients annually
- Student scholarship: NT$80,000 each
- Advisor award: NT$40,000 each
Outstanding Technology Scholarship (Master's)
- Four recipients annually (including at least one female master's student)
- Scholarship: NT$80,000 each
- Application Procedure
Applicants should complete the application form and prepare all required supporting documents (e.g., thesis abstract, academic transcript, and advisor's recommendation letter).
Please upload all application materials in electronic format to the following submission platform before the application deadline:
Submission Platform: https://forms.gle/wqytQnGPZTzPrKSi7
For detailed application guidelines, the self-evaluation form, and other required documents, please refer to the attached application guidelines.
For inquiries regarding the application process, please contact Mr. Huang at the Registration Division:
Tel: +886-6-275-7575 ext. 50138
Email: z11311002@ncku.edu.tw
115年度科林獎學金申請.pdf