Kunming Medical University was established in the year 1933 with the initiative of Donglu University medicine program. Later in the year 1937 at the developing phase, the School of Medicine was started under the affiliation of Yunnan University which was former Donglu University. In the year 1956, the school independently started the medical school with renamed Kunming Medical College. The motto of the university is to provide student-centred education to deliver the best quality education to students. The university got various achievements concerning international exchange and cooperation. At present medical universities has launched academic partnerships and exchange programs in more than 100+ medical institutions worldwide.
Kunming Medical University has almost 17 schools or departments. Some of the different disciplines are listed below:-

| Fees | 1st Year | 2nd Year to 6th Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee |
35,000 RMB 4,20,000 INR |
35,000 RMB 4,20,000 INR |
|
Hostel Fee (Double) |
5,000 RMB 60,000 INR |
5,000 RMB 60,000 INR |
| Visa Extension & Insurance |
1,400 RMB 16,800 INR |
1,400 RMB 16,800 INR |
| Registration Fee |
500 RMB 6,000 INR |
N/A |
| Physical Examination |
400 RMB 4,800 INR |
N/A |
| Books |
500 RMB 6,000 INR |
500 RMB 6,000 INR |
| Yearly Expense |
42,800 RMB 5,13,600 INR |
41,900 RMB 5,02,800 INR |
| Grand Total |
2,52,300 RMB 30,27,600 INR |
|
*NOTE: MISC CHARGES to be paid in the University in 1st year 2500RMB-3000RMB
** 1 RMB- INR 12/- (as on 14th July 2022)
** Amount is subject to change as per the exchange rates
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Applicants shall apply at the universities under this program to avail scholarships.
3. Great Wall Program
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It is a full scholarship program encouraging international students from EU member countries to study and research in China. The program also focuses on promoting mutual understanding between China and EU member countries. The program supports undergraduate & graduate students, general scholars, and senior scholars.
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The AUN Program (ASEAN University Network) sponsors students, teachers, and scholars from ASEAN member countries to study and research in China. The program offers a full scholarship to the students thereby improving the academic exchange and mutual understanding between China and ASEAN member countries. It supports only the graduate students and the students can apply at AUN Secretariat.
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