ACTFL helps promote Mandarin in Taiwan and in the U.S.
Through its agreement with the Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education in Taiwan (FICHET), ACTFL works with select Taiwanese universities and organizations to help Mandarin teachers and learners find opportunities to study and teach in Taiwan and the United States.
ACTFL and leadership in Taiwan have developed several resources that ACTFL members can take advantage of to further their own Mandarin study or that of their learners. Programs include study abroad and work programs in Taiwan and connections to hire Mandarin teachers from Taiwan to teach in U.S.-based programs.
These ACTFL partner programs are designed to connect United States-based educators and students to Taiwan and vice versa.
In partnership with the Ministry of Education in Taiwan, this program offers an opportunity for U.S. citizens to become certified Mandarin Chinese teachers by attending school in Taiwan. Up to 20 scholarships will be available annually, offering both bachelor’s and master’s degree tracks.
The application process will open soon with a deadline of March 31, 2026.
The Ministry of Education (MOE) subsidies covering round-trip airfare and a monthly stipend for one year (Teachers: US$1,600/month, Assistants: US$800/month), topped with a one-time teaching materials allowance for Mandarin teachers.
The Ministry of Education (MOE) of Taiwan subsidizes groups of American students to study Mandarin for 2-4 weeks and experience the culture in Taiwan.
Huayu Enrichment Scholarships enable American citizens an opportunity to undertake Mandarin course at language centers in Taiwan. Includes a monthly stipend.
Taiwan Scholarships enable American citizens an opportunity to study undergraduate, master's or doctoral degree programs, at recognized universities in Taiwan. Includes stipends and tuition waivers.
*Note: ACTFL is promoting these benefits on behalf of the organizations conducting the programs. Coordinate directly with program owners to apply and attend any listed programs. ACTFL is not responsible and makes no guarantees about the quality or availability of any programs not conducted by ACTFL itself.
