Kyungdong University Admission Guide
- Hosung Lee
- Feb 27
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 2
Kyungdong University (KDU) – a premier South Korean institution since 1981 – empowers global learners across three dynamic campuses (Goseong, Yangju, and Wonju) with career-focused Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in high-demand fields. At our Global Campus, over 1,000 international students thrive in English and Korean-taught degrees, vocational training, and innovative five-track concurrent majors, blending specialized expertise with liberal arts to sharpen technical, linguistic, and leadership skills
Offered Courses
Undergraduate Degree Programs
Courses available in English:
Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence
Bachelor of International Business Administration
Bachelor of International Hotel Management
Bachelor of Smart Computing
Bachelor of Media and Film Production
Requirements
Completion of high school or equivalent level of education.
No longer than three years of gap after graduating from the most recent formal educational institution.
Minimum of IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 530 (CBT 197, iBT 71), CEFR B2, TEPS 601 (New TEPS 327) of English proficiency.
Good academic performance record.
Graduate Degree Programs
Courses available in English:
MA in International Business Administration
ME in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
MA in International Hospitality and Tourism Management
Requirements
Completion of undergraduate level of education. educational institution.
Minimum of IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 530 (CBT 197, iBT 71), CEFR B2, TEPS 601 (New TEPS 327) of English proficiency.
Good academic performance record.
Common Required Documents
Application Form
Copy of Passport & ID card (both student & parents)
Academic Transcripts
Certificate of Graduation
Proof of English Proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
Bank Balance Certificate $ Statement (16,000 USD)
Recommendation Letter (Preferred)
Other supporting documents as specified by the university
Fee Structure & Scholarships
Tuition Fee:
$5,000 per semester
Scholarships:
IELTS Based:
(for first semester only)
IELTS score | % Scholarships | Final Tuition Fee |
5.5 | 50% | $2,500 |
6.5 | 70% | $1,500 |
7.0+ | 100% | $0 |
GPA Based:
(for first semester only)
High School GPA | % Scholarships | Final Tuition Fee |
70% | 50% | $2,500 |
80% | 70% | $1,500 |
90% | 100% | $0 |
Academic Excellence Scholarship:
(Renewed each semester based on student performance)
GPA | % Scholarships | Final Tuition Fee |
75% | 30% | $3,500 |
80% | 50% | $2,500 |
90% | 70% | $1,500 |
Estimated Cost of Living for International Students in Goseong/Sokcho
Categories | Options/Items | Costs | Notes |
Housing | On-campus student dormitory (2 students/room) | $1,000 | Per semester (6 months) |
Off-campus rentals (Studio rooms) | $2,000 | Per semester (6 months) | |
Meals | On-campus Cafeteria Meal Subscription Plan (Monday to Friday, 2 meals/day – lunch and dinner) | $424 | For the first two months (Mandatory for all dormitory residents.) Renewable after the first two months of full use. |
Off-campus meals | $3,100 | Per semester (6 months) | |
Transportation | Local bus rides | $200 | Per semester (6 months) |
Health Insurance | Mandatory National Health Insurance Subscription | $300 | Per semester (6 months) |
Books and Stationaries | Textbooks, printing costs, stationary items, etc. | $150 | Per semester (6 months) |
Important Deadlines
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