Apply for the Kaohsiung International Fellowship 2027 pathway at Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) in Taiwan - a merit-based funded route for international students in medicine, pharmacy, nursing, and life sciences. Deadline for the Spring 2027 cycle: 12 October 2026 (17:00 Taiwan time).

KMU is Taiwan’s first private medical university. Through the KMU International Student Scholarship tracks (Types A - D), selected students can receive tuition support and - on higher tiers - accommodation help and a monthly stipend while studying in Kaohsiung.

Programme Snapshot

Item	Details
Host	Kaohsiung Medical University, Taiwan
Category	Fellowship / funded international study award
Levels	Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD (by award type)
Funding	Fully or partially funded depending on Type A - D
Intake focus	Spring 2027 enrollment (February 2027)
Apply by	12 October 2026, 17:00 Taiwan time
Results target	4 December 2026 (verify on official calendar)

Programme Overview

Applicants submit one online file for admission + scholarship. Awards are merit-reviewed each academic year. Admission alone does not guarantee funding, and students normally hold only one Taiwan scholarship package at a time.

Benefits

Type A (PhD focus): NTD 200,000 - 260,000 per year including stipend, housing coverage, and tuition
Type B (Master’s/PhD): NTD 80,000 - 140,000 per year for housing and tuition
Type C: NTD 70,000 - 80,000 per year toward tuition
Type D: Department-proposed support not exceeding Type A totals

Eligibility Criteria

Meet Taiwan regulations for international students
Apply to an eligible KMU degree programme
Request the KMU International Student Scholarship in the same portal
Follow type rules (for example, undergraduates typically use Type C)

Required Documents

Completed online application
Transcripts, diplomas, and translations if required
Passport copy
Study plan or research outline
Recommendations and language proof as listed by KMU / your department

Application Process

Read KMU international admission guidelines.
Prepare academic and identity documents early.
Submit the online application between the announced open date and 12 October 2026.
Tick / complete the scholarship section in the same form.
Track departmental review and the December result notice.
Confirm enrollment for February 2027 if selected.

Selection Criteria

Departments and the International Academic Committee weigh academic merit, programme fit, and completeness. Final awards are approved under KMU regulations.

Important Dates

Application window opens: mid-July 2026 (verify official time)
Deadline: 12 October 2026, 17:00 Taiwan time
Results: around 4 December 2026
Enrollment: February 2027

Tips for Applicants

Match your degree level to the correct scholarship type.
Do not assume admission equals funding.
Check visa language rules with your nearest Taiwan office.
Submit early to avoid portal congestion near the deadline.

FAQs

Is the Kaohsiung International Fellowship fully funded?

Type A is the most comprehensive package (tuition, housing, stipend). Types B - D are more limited. Confirm your tier on the official KMU scholarship page.

Can any nationality apply?

Most international applicants may apply under MOE rules; mainland Chinese nationals are generally excluded. Always verify status rules.

Where do I apply?

Only through the official KMU admissions portal - not through third-party forms.

Official Application

KMU Scholarships - Official Page

KMU International Admissions

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