Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) is now accepting applications for its KMU Scholarship for the Spring 2025 intake in Taiwan. These scholarships are available to international students worldwide, offering an opportunity to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree for free during the Spring 2025 academic session. The KMU International Student Scholarship is aimed at attracting talented students from around the world to study at KMU, known for its strong medical and health sciences programs. If you're interested, make sure to read all the details and apply for this scholarship.
KMU offers a wide range of academic fields and majors, with courses available in both Chinese and English to accommodate international students. The fully funded scholarship covers a significant portion of study costs, making it more affordable. Plus, there's no application fee and no requirement for an IELTS test, simplifying the application process for international students.
Founded in 1954, KMU is a private institution located in Taipei City, Taiwan. It has a long history of academic excellence and innovation, hosting over 5,000 students from diverse national and international backgrounds. This multicultural environment provides a dynamic learning experience, helping students gain a global perspective.
The selection process for the KMU Scholarships 2025 is rigorous and competitive. Successful applicants typically have excellent academic records, strong leadership potential, and a commitment to positively impacting their fields of study and society. Overall, KMU Scholarships offer high-achieving students a fantastic opportunity to study at a prestigious university in Taiwan with valuable financial support.
Programs Offered at Kaohsiung Medical University:
- School of Dentistry
- Department of Public Health
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology
- Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry
- Department of Biotechnology
- Department of Medical and Applied Chemistry
- Graduate Institute of Natural Products
- M.Sc. Program in Tropical Medicine
- Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology
- Department of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science
- Department of Oral Hygiene
- Department of Sports Medicine
- Department of Medical Imaging and Radiological Sciences
- School of Pharmacy – Master Program in Clinical Pharmacy
- Graduate Institute of Medicine
- Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics
- Department of Respiratory Therapy
Eligibility
- Candidates of all nationalities, except Chinese, can apply for the programs.
- Applicants must not have studied in Taiwan as overseas Chinese students before.
- Applicants must not have been accepted into any program for the current academic year by the University Entrance Committee for Overseas Chinese Students, according to Taiwan's rules for Study and Counseling Assistance for Overseas Chinese Students.
- For the Master’s program, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized university.
- For the Ph.D. program, applicants must have a Master’s degree or higher from a recognized university.
Benefits of KMU Scholarship 2025
- Scholarships cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other study-related costs, easing financial burdens.
- There are three types of stipends: Type A, Type B, and Type C, each offering different allowances.
- Type A: Monthly stipend, accommodation, and tuition fee coverage (NTD 200,000 to 260,000 per year).
- Type B: Accommodation and tuition fee coverage (NTD 80,000 to 140,000 per year).
- Type C: Tuition fee coverage only (NTD 70,000 to 80,000 per year).
- Master's students can apply for both Type B and Type C scholarships
- All types of scholarships are available to eligible Ph.D. students.
- The scholarships attract international students, providing a multicultural experience in Taiwan.
- Recipients can study at Kaohsiung Medical University, known for its academic excellence.
- It's a great opportunity to study in Taiwan with financial support.
Requirements
- A passport-sized photograph
- Completed online application form and KMU scholarship form
- Photocopy of a valid passport or certificate of nationality
- Highest-level diploma
- Financial statement
- Official transcripts
- Proof of language proficiency
- Study plan in English or Chinese
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