Application and Enrollment Procedures
Welcome on board! The International Doctoral Program in Asia-Pacific Studies (IDAS) is happy to have you with us.
We have prepared these pages full of resources to make sure that your arrival at National Chengchi University is quick and smooth. As a new student, there will be a number of requirements and procedures you must fulfill in order to complete your enrollment and start your academic journey. We want your experience at IDAS to be a fulfilling one, and we are here to help you achieve your goals. Please read through each page in this section carefully. If you still have questions, be sure to get in touch with us. Prospective students applying for admission to the International Doctoral Program in Asia-Pacific Studies must meet the admission requirements and complete the enrollment process in due time. International applicants should pay attention to the information on the NCCU Admission website.
Admission requirements
International Students
Admission into the program is based on the review of the following materials:
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Personal Data Form and IDAS personal statement.
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Two letters of recommendation (2 different referees).
- Official transcripts of Master’s degree.
- Photocopy of TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS scores within 2 years or other documents to prove English ability.
- Personal honours or other records of awards.
Taiwan Local Students
Admission into the program is based 60% on the oral exam and 40% on the review of the following materials:
- Personal Data Form and IDAS applicant statements.
- Two letters of recommendation (2 different referees).
- Official transcripts of Master’s degree.
- Photocopy of TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS scores within 2 years or other documents to prove English ability.
- Personal honours or other records of awards.
Application Timetable
International Students (Phase I)
| Date (2024) | Schedule of Events |
| September 24, 2024 – October 16, 2024, 5 PM GMT+8 | Online application system and e-submission available |
| October 24, 2023 – November 13, 2023 | Review and evaluation of applications by Departments/Graduate institutes |
| November 29, 2024 | Applicants can check the application results online (scholarship results included) |
| November 29 – December 06, 2024 | Open for admitted applicants to confirm their acceptance online |
| December 09 – December 13, 2023 | Open for waitlisted applicants to confirm their acceptance online |
| Spring 2025/September 2025 | Start of semester |
International Students (Phase II)
| Date (2025) | Schedule of Events |
| February 13 – March 20, 5 PM | Online application available |
| April 8 – April 30 | Review and evaluation of applications |
| May 26 | Applicants can check the application results online (scholarship results included) |
| May 26 – June 10 | Open for admitted applicants to confirm their acceptance online |
| June 11 – June 30 | Open for waitlisted applicants to confirm their acceptance online |
| September 2025 | Start of semester |
Taiwan Local Students
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Date |
Schedule of Events |
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March 12 at 9am, 2024 ~ March 26 at 3pm, 2024 |
Online Application Available |
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March 12 at 9am, 2024 ~ March 26 at 5pm, 2024 |
Application Submission online |
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April 15 at 2pm, 2024 |
Applicants can check the application results online |
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April, 2024 |
Interview |
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May 7 at 2pm, 2024 |
Acceptance Results Announced |
