Founded in 1953, the Kaohsiung Medical University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kaohsiung City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kaohsiung. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Taiwan, Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational Taiwanese higher education institution. Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 71-year-old Taiwanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Kaohsiung Medical University |
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Name (Non Latin) | 高雄醫學大學 |
Acronym | KMU |
Founded | 1953 |
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Address | No. 100, Shih-Chuan 1st Road Kaohsiung City 80780 Kaohsiung Taiwan |
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The following Kaohsiung Medical University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Kaohsiung Medical University's academic range and degree level offering.
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic Kaohsiung Medical University's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Kaohsiung Medical University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Kaohsiung Medical University's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Kaohsiung Medical University has more than 300 international students.Tip: search for Kaohsiung Medical University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Kaohsiung Medical University.
Kaohsiung Medical University has an enrollment range of 6,000-6,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).
Kaohsiung Medical University is a private higher education institution.
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This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Kaohsiung Medical University does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Kaohsiung Medical University's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
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This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Kaohsiung Medical University's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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Kaohsiung Medical University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Taiwan
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1999
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
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