U.S. Application
TASC seeks a diverse delegation that represents a cross-section of the United States' and Taiwan's student population. The conference welcomes students from all fields of study and is conducted in English.
Eligibility
Candidates must be:
Note: If you have any questions about eligibility or feel you are otherwise qualified, please inform us as soon as possible.
- A citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. currently attending (or having recently graduated from) a four-year university or graduate school OR
- An international student who currently attends (or has recently graduated from) a four-year university or graduate school in the U.S.
Note: If you have any questions about eligibility or feel you are otherwise qualified, please inform us as soon as possible.
Application Process
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Steps
You will receive a confirmation email within three business days. Qualified applicants will then be contacted for an online interview. |
Program Dates
July 10th, 2021 - July 24th, 2021 (EST)
In Taiwan the dates are as follows: July 11th, 2021 - July 25th, 2021 (TST) . Due to the global pandemic, this year's conference will be held in a hybrid format, with those in Taiwan meeting in-person and virtual delegates tuning in through Zoom. TASC 2021 will consist of 10 hybrid and 4 virtual days. For virtual delegates the conference will take place from 8 to 11pm EST.
In Taiwan the dates are as follows: July 11th, 2021 - July 25th, 2021 (TST) . Due to the global pandemic, this year's conference will be held in a hybrid format, with those in Taiwan meeting in-person and virtual delegates tuning in through Zoom. TASC 2021 will consist of 10 hybrid and 4 virtual days. For virtual delegates the conference will take place from 8 to 11pm EST.
Program Fee
In-Person: $1,000 USD Virtual: $350 USD
The in-person program fee covers the full conference cost including room & board during the two weeks, transportation around Taiwan,* and admission to all mandatory sites, lectures, and activities. The virtual program fee covers admission to all lectures and activities, as well as access to the Zoom platform.
It is thanks to our gracious sponsors that Taiwan-America Student Conference is able to keep the program cost affordable — more affordable than peer conferences and study abroad programs. However, need-based financial aid** is available and can be applied to upon acceptance to the conference.
The conference fee will be collected through the following (please include your full name in the note with your fee):
*Please note that delegates are responsible for covering transportation costs to and from Taipei, Taiwan.
**We reserve the right to request additional information for verification purposes.
The in-person program fee covers the full conference cost including room & board during the two weeks, transportation around Taiwan,* and admission to all mandatory sites, lectures, and activities. The virtual program fee covers admission to all lectures and activities, as well as access to the Zoom platform.
It is thanks to our gracious sponsors that Taiwan-America Student Conference is able to keep the program cost affordable — more affordable than peer conferences and study abroad programs. However, need-based financial aid** is available and can be applied to upon acceptance to the conference.
The conference fee will be collected through the following (please include your full name in the note with your fee):
- Venmo (preferred): sharon.lu@taiwan-america.org
- PayPal (select "Sending to a Friend"): sharon.lu@taiwan-america.org
*Please note that delegates are responsible for covering transportation costs to and from Taipei, Taiwan.
**We reserve the right to request additional information for verification purposes.
FAQs
To help you decide if TASC is for you, here are answers to some common questions that applicants have.
1. Can I fit TASC into my summer plans if I also want to do an internship or summer job?
We have had alumni who've done summer jobs or internships before TASC. However, you may have to negotiate an earlier job/internship end-date with your employer.
2. Do I need to be able to speak Chinese to attend this conference?
You don't need to know Chinese, as the conference is run entirely in English. However, we encourage delegates who speak Chinese to practice it during down time!
3. What's the difference between TASC and a Chinese language program/study abroad program in Taiwan?
TASC is different from most other programs in that the focus is on public diplomacy and people-to-people exchange. You will not be sitting in classrooms most of the time, isolated from society at large. Instead, you will immerse yourselves in local culture and learn from leaders in business and politics, environmental protection and cultural preservation, etc., while discussing important issues with a cohort of 30 student leaders from both countries.
4. I'm learning Chinese. Can I practice Chinese at TASC?
While the conference is run in English, we focus on people-to-people exchange, so there will be plenty of opportunities for you to learn authentic, up-to-date Chinese from Taiwanese delegates. You'll be sure to walk away with common slang expressions, but also other language that you wouldn't find in a textbook. This is not to mention the fact that you'll walk away from the conference with 15 new Taiwanese friends, who will populate your social media feed with plenty of authentic Chinese-language content!
5. Where can I find out about past conferences?
Check out the "Program" tab to see past speakers and activities. Feel free to also journey through the 2019 conference, 2016 conference, and
2014 conference!
6. Can I receive school credit for attending TASC?
Contact us if you are interested in receiving college credit for attending the conference.
7. Are scholarships or financial aid available?
Need-based financial aid is available and can be applied to upon acceptance to the conference.
8. Other questions or concerns?
Feel free to reach out via email. And make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.
1. Can I fit TASC into my summer plans if I also want to do an internship or summer job?
We have had alumni who've done summer jobs or internships before TASC. However, you may have to negotiate an earlier job/internship end-date with your employer.
2. Do I need to be able to speak Chinese to attend this conference?
You don't need to know Chinese, as the conference is run entirely in English. However, we encourage delegates who speak Chinese to practice it during down time!
3. What's the difference between TASC and a Chinese language program/study abroad program in Taiwan?
TASC is different from most other programs in that the focus is on public diplomacy and people-to-people exchange. You will not be sitting in classrooms most of the time, isolated from society at large. Instead, you will immerse yourselves in local culture and learn from leaders in business and politics, environmental protection and cultural preservation, etc., while discussing important issues with a cohort of 30 student leaders from both countries.
4. I'm learning Chinese. Can I practice Chinese at TASC?
While the conference is run in English, we focus on people-to-people exchange, so there will be plenty of opportunities for you to learn authentic, up-to-date Chinese from Taiwanese delegates. You'll be sure to walk away with common slang expressions, but also other language that you wouldn't find in a textbook. This is not to mention the fact that you'll walk away from the conference with 15 new Taiwanese friends, who will populate your social media feed with plenty of authentic Chinese-language content!
5. Where can I find out about past conferences?
Check out the "Program" tab to see past speakers and activities. Feel free to also journey through the 2019 conference, 2016 conference, and
2014 conference!
6. Can I receive school credit for attending TASC?
Contact us if you are interested in receiving college credit for attending the conference.
7. Are scholarships or financial aid available?
Need-based financial aid is available and can be applied to upon acceptance to the conference.
8. Other questions or concerns?
Feel free to reach out via email. And make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.