For Students

You are encouraged to study abroad with UMAP because:

  1. Host universities/institutions offer various opportunities that your home institution may not have.
  2. Tuition is expected to be waived in host institutions 
  3. Credits for studies undertaken during the exchange period can be recognized by using UMAP Credit Transfer Scheme (UCTS)
  4. Scholarships are offered to students of inbound/outbound Taiwan and Japan




  • Befriend with international friends
  • Chances to learn about new cultures and expand your perspectives
  • Advance your career outlook for the future
  • Chances to hone your languages
  • Lead an independent life in new countries
  • Chances to challenge yourself with new experiences
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About UMAP Programs

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◆ Program A & B:
Multilateral/ Bilateral exchange program for 1-2 Semesters.

◆ Program C:
Short-term programs offered by UMAP member universities/institutions for 1-8 Weeks.
*Please note that the application procedure for Program C 2019 has ended.

◆ Summer Program:
Special summer program hosted by UMAP member countries/territories each year.
*Please note that the application procedure for Summer Program 2019 has ended.

◆ UMAP-COIL Joint Honors Program 2019:
Two-week Peace Boat summer program, cruising in the Asia-Pacific region.
Further detailed information can be found on the Programs page.

*Please note that the application procedure for UMAP-COIL Joint Honors Program 2019 has ended.

Eligibility

◆Eligibility for Program A & B

  1. Only those students whose universities/institutions have participated in this program are eligible to apply to other participating universities/institutions.
    Please confirm the list of Participating Universities/Institutions by checking the website.
  2. You must be a student currently enrolled in one of Participating universities/institution and at the time of completion of study abroad, you must still be a student of that university/institution. If you graduate from your university/institution before the end of the program, you will not be eligible to apply.
  3. A maximum of two (2) students can be nominated by each university/institution per semester (Program A); regardless, it may be possible to nominate additional students on a fee-paying basis depending on the policies of the host institutions (Program B).


◆Eligibility for Program C

  1. Only students of UMAP member universities are eligible to apply.
An applicant must:
  • Students who are currently enrolled in academic institutions participating in UMAP’s pledged institutions or whose Pledge of Agreement (PoA) is scheduled to be confirmed during 2019.
  • Be 18 years of age or older;
  • Have a good command of the English Language and able to submit proof of one of the following proficiency scores*:
    1. IELTS: overall score of 5.0 or
    2. TOEFL: overall score of 61 iBT / 173 CBT / 500 PBT or
    3. TOEIC: overall score of 650 or
    4. Score on another English proficiency test equivalent to the those mentioned above. 
*Students who meet either of the conditions below is exempt from the proficiency test requirements above:
    1. The student is a native English speaker or a citizen from a country in which English is an official language; or
    2. English is the primary medium of instruction at their university/institution.
  • Be willing to attend and participate in all lectures and activities included in UMAP Discovery Camp 2019.
  • Be physically fit to travel and able to engage in all activities.
  • Obtain a visa/permit to enter Taiwan if required.
  • Purchase international health insurance in their home country which covers both illness and accidents.


◆ Eligibility for UMAP-COIL Joint Honors Program 2019

  • Students between the ages of 18 and 35*
  • Currently enrolled in academic institutions participating in UMAP’s pledged institutions or whose Pledge of Agreement (PoA) is scheduled to be confirmed during 2019
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Adequate command of English, sufficient to understand lectures and participate in discussions, is a minimum requirement (desired English language proficiency: TOEIC790-860, TOEFL iBT87-98, TOEFL ITP 67-601 and above).

    *Students should meet the age requirement at the time of departure, not necessarily the time of application. Special exceptions may be made for outstanding candidates.

Application Procedures

  ◆ Application Procedures for programs A & B (NEW*) 

  1. Visit the USCO website and register your student account.
  2. Carefully read the program details and review the programs’ contents, length, application deadline, etc. before applying.

  3. After you select your top 5 preferred institutions, submit your application and patiently wait for your application to go through the screening process and receive approval.

  4. Once your application is approved by both the UMAP International Secretariat and host institution on the system, you will then need to submit your “Study Plan” later.

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  ◆ Application Procedures for Program C

To Apply, the following three steps must be completed by each deadline.

  1. REGISTRATION – Students create an account on the USCO System by registering their email address and password here. For more information about the USCO System, students can check the online manual or download the pdf file.
  2. APPLICATION – Students must complete the Application Form in the USCO System for up to three preferred programs and click “Save and Submit”. The USCO System will automatically inform the UMAP coordinators at the home university/institution that an application has been submitted. Applications will be accepted based on each Timeline.
  3. NOMINATION – Coordinators of your home institution log in to the USCO System and check the applications they have received, and nominate appropriate students by clicking “Approve”. Then your application will be sent to host institution for approval.

Program list

Program Timeline

  ◆ Application Procedures for Summer Program 2019

Step 1 – Each pledged institution may nominate up tp 2 students through this link: https://forms.gle/JytMdNY3rLuaRA9j9

Step 2 – After receiving nominations, the UMAP Taiwan National Secretariat will notify applicants to complete the application process.

Step 3 – The Taiwan National Secretariat will announce the list of successful applicants.

Step 4 – Successful applicants will submit copies of their passport and overseas health insurance via email.

Program Overview (2019) 



◆ Application Procedure for UMAP-COIL Joint Honors Program 2019

STEP 1: Documents to be Submitted (in PDF format): ①Application Form, ②Transcripts in English (first year students will need a letter of recommendation from a faculty member if they are unable to prepare any transcripts), ③Statement of Purpose, ④Letter of Recommendation from a member of the University ⑤English Language Ability Certification (※Students who completed their primary education in English do not need to submit certification) 

STEP 2: Download the above application documents by clicking this link: 
http://umap.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Application-Form-for-Students_UMAP-COIL-Program.xlsx
and submit them via the online application form: bit.ly/UMCP19regE 

※There is a password required when submitting the application form online.
※Students have to obtain the password from their respective Home Institution’s Coordinator or University’s International Office.

Financial Aid

Students who study abroad through the UMAP exchange programs (Program A & B) are eligible to apply for UMAP Scholarships. They are students who study in Taiwan or Japan from UMAP member countries/territories or Taiwanese or Japanese students who study in other countries/territories.

◆ The UMAP Taiwan Exchange Student Scholarship Program (for Program A)
The UMAP Taiwan Exchange Scholarship Program funded by the UMAP Taiwan National Secretariat (NS) has been established to encourage university/institution student exchanges between UMAP member countries/territories, and promote cultural and academic exchanges between Taiwan and other countries/territories, fostering mutual understanding. For more details, please download scholarship regulations and application form from the button below.
If you have any questions regarding this scholarship, please contact UMAP Taiwan NS. (List of UMAP NS)

Taiwan Scholarship Regulations and Application Form

◆ The UMAP Japan Exchange Scholarship Program (for Program A & B)

The UMAP Japan Exchange Scholarship is funded by the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO). JASSO intends to foster the development of creative individuals who, rich in humanism, will become the leaders of society in the next generation, while at the same time, to promote international understanding and exchange. Each year, JASSO reserves their scholarship for certain number of UMAP exchange students; the probability of receiving the grant for UMAP exchange students will, therefore, be higher than general exchange students.

Procedure:
1.) When students are accepted by Japanese universities/institutions, the UMAP IS will inform JASSO of all the eligible students
2.) After preliminary examination and checking, JASSO will nominate candidates of awardee to host universities/institutions
3.) UMAP Coordinators of the host universities/institutions will then notify the students

Note:
1.) Japanese students are only eligible for JASSO scholarship and Taiwanese students only for UMAP Taiwan Scholarship.
2.) Please note that not all of applicants are awarded (some restriction and/or selection will be applied).


For more information:

                      http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/study_j/scholarships/scholarship/short_term.html

Frequently Asked Questions

For more inquiries, please refer to the FAQ page or leave us a message at the Contact us page.