Quick Summary
Based in Taipei, Taiwan, Taipei Medical University is a private with roots dating back to 1960. Ranked #587 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5980 students including 11% from outside Taiwan. Known for strengths in Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A leading medical institution in Asia with extensive clinical training networks and high research productivity.
Subject Strengths
MedicineNursingPharmacyDentistryPublic Health
Founded1960
TypePrivate
Total Students5980
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio10.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size7.3 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsTaipei Medical University Hospital, Wan Fang Hospital, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Cancer Center, Taipei Neuroscience Institute
AccreditationMinistry of Education (Taiwan), Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Council of Taiwan (HEEACT)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#587
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
15 undergraduate programs, 30 graduate programs
Programs
18
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
10
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (Taiwan), Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Council of Taiwan (HEEACT)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · 2025-03-15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · 2024-10-15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit a strong research proposal for graduate studies and ensure clinical certifications are translated and verified.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Taiwan Dollar
UG Tuition
NT$220,000/yr
per year · TWD
Living Cost
NT$235,000/yr
per year · TWD
PG Tuition
NT$210,000/yr
per year · TWD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
NT$456,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TWD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 15 undergraduate programs, 30 graduate programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Dentistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Global Health | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong links with global pharmaceutical firms and the Taiwan medical device industry.
Notable Alumni
Chi-Huey Wong, Chang-Hai Tsai, Lin Sung-Chuen
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor gym, swimming pool, basketball courts, table tennis room
Student Clubs
85
Library Resources
Specialized medical library with over 200,000 volumes and 40,000 electronic journals
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available