💰 Buddhist Studies Elite Scholarship | Up to NT$50,000 per Semester

Scholarship support is available for up to two academic years. Recipients must reside in the Yunshui Academy dormitories throughout the award period and participate in communal living, shared meals, and Buddhist Practice education. Eligibility and other conditions are governed by the scholarship regulations.

📚 Master’s Program Highlights

Chinese Track | Explore Diverse Approaches, Deepen Your Expertise
Study Buddhist texts, philosophy, art, and society, with an emphasis on canonical languages and languages for academic research. Develop independent thinking and specialized research skills through the study of Buddhist scriptures, thought, cultural traditions, and contemporary society.

English Track | Learn in English, Broaden Your Horizons
Courses are taught bilingually or in English. Explore Buddhist traditions and deepen your engagement with contemporary social issues through cross-cultural learning and international academic perspectives.

Research and Practice | Connect Academic Study with Buddhist Practice Education
Build a strong research foundation through shared required courses, including “Buddhist Canons and Traditions,” “Academic Writing and Colloquium,” and “Buddhist Practice,” connecting academic knowledge with practical experience.

Interdisciplinary Learning | Explore University-Wide Resources
As part of a comprehensive university, the department provides opportunities for graduate students to take or audit courses in other departments, subject to relevant regulations, broadening their knowledge and research perspectives.

🎓 Available Places

・Chinese Track: 8
・English Track: 3
・Additional place for a new immigrant applicant: 1

※Places may be reallocated between the Chinese and English tracks.

📅 Important Dates (2026)

・Application period: October 14, 9:00 a.m.–November 10, 4:00 p.m.
・Interview: Saturday, November 21
・Results announced: Thursday, December 3

All times are Taiwan time (UTC+8).

📝 Selection Process | No Written Examination

Application review: 40% | Interview: 60%

📂 Departmental Application Materials

・Personal statement and CV
・Publications or portfolio
・Research proposal or study plan
・Complete undergraduate transcript (if available)

※English Track applicants must prepare their review materials in English. Identification, academic credentials, and other required documents must also be uploaded as specified in the admissions brochure.

💻 How to Apply

Visit the Fo Guang University Admissions Information Page to complete your online application, pay the application fee, and upload your documents.

Document uploads become available two hours after payment. Please apply early and complete all steps by November 10 at 4:00 p.m.!

✨ Eligible admitted students may apply for early entry in Spring 2027.

Contact us to learn more about our courses and admissions, and find a research direction that matches your interests!