KAOHSIUNG MEDICAL UNIVERSITY (KMU)
Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) Scholarship
partial · bachelors, masters, phd
- ~EUR 3,000–12,000 / year (est.)Estimated award value
- Founded 1954First private medical university in Taiwan
- 4 degree levelsBachelor's, Post-Bacc Medicine, Master's, PhD
- Spring 2026 intakeApplication cycle
- 8 health-science fieldsMedicine to allied health
- Non-R.O.C. nationals welcomeOpen internationally
At a glance
partial
Funding
€12k
Max amount
Oct 9, 2026
Deadline
All countries (non-R.O.C. nationals)
Country
Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU)
Provider
The Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) Scholarship supports international students pursuing studies in medicine and the health sciences at KMU in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, for the Spring 2026 intake. KMU was founded in 1954 as Taiwan's first private medical university and offers programmes across 4 degree levels: undergraduate (bachelor's), the School of Post-Baccalaureate Medicine, master's, and PhD. Fields covered include medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, public health, biomedical sciences, and allied health sciences. The scholarship provides financial support that helps cover tuition fees and living costs for eligible students, with estimated annual award values in the range of about EUR 3,000 to EUR 12,000 (est.) depending on degree level and merit. Applicants include international students of non-R.O.C. nationality, overseas Chinese students from Hong Kong and Macao, and Mainland Chinese students through designated committees. Qualifications must be recognised by Taiwan's Ministry of Education, and the application deadline for the cycle is around 9 October 2025. Because award amounts, language requirements, and deadlines are reset each intake, confirm the exact current-cycle figures on the official KMU admissions page before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition support — Financial aid that helps cover tuition fees for eligible students, with estimated values of about EUR 3,000–12,000 (est.) per year depending on level and merit.
- Living cost support — Eligible students may receive aid that helps cover living costs in Kaohsiung in addition to tuition assistance.
- Research facilities — Access to advanced research laboratories and modern learning facilities across the medical and health science schools.
- Faculty and mentorship — Access to experienced faculty and expert clinical and biomedical mentorship.
- Career development — Career development support, internship opportunities, and networking with global students and healthcare professionals.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online through the official KMU application website for the chosen degree programme.
- Visit the KMU application website — Go to the official KMU admissions site and choose your programme (Undergraduate, Master's, PhD, or Post-Baccalaureate Medicine).
- Register and complete the form — Create an account, complete the online application form, and provide contact details for at least two referees per application.
- Upload documents and pay fees — Upload the required documents and pay the application fee (applies to Post-Baccalaureate Medicine applicants).
- Sign and upload the form — Print, sign, and upload a scanned copy of the completed application form.
- Submit before the deadline — Submit the full application before the published deadline (around 9 October 2025 for the cycle).
Eligibility
NationalityInternational students of non-R.O.C. nationality; overseas Chinese students; and Mainland Chinese students via designated procedures.
UndergraduateHigh school diploma or equivalent recognised by Taiwan's MOE (verified by an R.O.C. representative office).
Master's / Post-Bacc MedicineA bachelor's degree or higher from an MOE-recognised institution.
PhDA master's degree or higher recognised by Taiwan's MOE.
Overseas Chinese students must generally have resided overseas for at least six consecutive years (eight years for Medicine or Dentistry). Mainland Chinese students apply through the University Entrance Committee for Mainland Chinese Students.
Eligible countries
All countries (non-R.O.C. nationals), Hong Kong, Macao, Mainland China (designated procedures)
Deadlines
Spring 2026 intake~9 October 2025 (est.)
Selection
Admission and scholarship decisions are made by each school at KMU based on academic record, the recognition of the applicant's qualifications by Taiwan's Ministry of Education, references, and programme-specific requirements. Some programmes weigh prior research or clinical background, and language requirements vary by programme.
Verified sources
- Kaohsiung Medical University — Official Sitewwwen.kmu.edu.twofficial
About the provider
Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU), founded in 1954 in Kaohsiung City, was Taiwan's first private medical university. It specialises in medical and health sciences education and research, operating affiliated teaching hospitals and laboratories serving southern Taiwan.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the application deadline for the KMU Scholarship?
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The deadline for the Spring 2026 cycle is around 9 October 2025 (est.); confirm the exact date on the official KMU page.
Does the scholarship cover living expenses?
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Yes. Eligible students may receive financial aid that helps cover both tuition and living costs.
Can I apply if I do not have a medical background?
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KMU focuses on medical and health sciences, so applicants should generally have an academic background related to these fields.
Is IELTS required for the application?
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Language requirements vary by programme; check the official KMU guidelines for your chosen course.
Can Mainland Chinese students apply directly?
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No. They must apply through the University Entrance Committee for Mainland Chinese Students.
Are part-time study options available?
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Most programmes are full-time; part-time options are not common.
Can I apply for multiple programmes at the same time?
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Yes, but each application must meet the eligibility criteria and have separate referees.
Does KMU offer research opportunities for Master's and PhD students?
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Yes. KMU provides extensive research facilities and opportunities for postgraduate students.
Is there an age limit for applying?
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Generally there is no strict age limit, but applicants must meet academic and programme-specific requirements.
How do I verify my degree is recognised by MOE Taiwan?
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Contact Taiwan's Ministry of Education or the nearest R.O.C. representative office for verification.
How much is the scholarship worth?
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Estimated values range from about EUR 3,000 to EUR 12,000 (est.) per year depending on level and merit; confirm exact figures officially.
Who is eligible to apply?
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International students (non-R.O.C. nationality), overseas Chinese students from Hong Kong and Macao, and Mainland Chinese students via designated procedures.