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Tuition & Scholarships
Tuition
Tuition fees may vary by program and enrollment period.
For the latest details, please contact our
International
Admissions Office.
Scholarships
Kyungwoon University offers a comprehensive range of scholarships for international students across
all academic
levels—including Korean language training, undergraduate, and graduate programs.
Scholarships may be awarded based on:
- Academic performance
- Language proficiency(e.g., TOPIK, IELTS, SKA)
- Participation in university programs or events
- Recommendations from embassies or partner institutions
- Special agreements with organizations and agencies
For personalized assistance or the latest scholarship updates, please contact our Student Recruitment Office.
Student Recruitment Office
- Contact: Nyeong Song (송녕)
- Email: nings4591@ikw.ac.kr
- Tel: +82-54-479-1032
Undergraduate Scholarship Criteria for International Students (2024)
| Category | Scholarship Type | Eligibility | Coverage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New / Transfer International Students | International Student A |
- TOPIK level 5 or above - IELTS 7.0 or above - Completion of Kyungwoon Korean Language Program Level 4 or above - Students who ranked 1st to 5th overall among Level 3 completers of the Kyungwoon Korean Language Program |
100% of tuition (1st semester) |
Must meet at least one of the above criteria Can choose between this and need-based scholarship if eligible for both |
| International Student B |
- TOPIK level 4 - IELTS 6.5 or above - Completion of Kyungwoon Korean Language Program Level 3 or above |
70% of tuition (1st semester) | ||
| International Student C |
- TOPIK level 3** - Newly admitted or transfer international students (excluding 3+1, 3+2 programs) |
50% of tuition (1st semester) | ||
| Returning International Students | Outstanding Student A | Cumulative GPA of 4.0 or above (on a 4.5 scale) | 100% of tuition | Must have completed at least 15 credits in the previous semester (excluding final semester) |
| Outstanding Student B | GPA of 3.5 or above | 70% of tuition | ||
| Outstanding Student C | GPA of 3.0 or above | 50% of tuition | ||
| Outstanding Student D | GPA of 2.5 or above | 30% of tuition | ||
| Special Scholarships | International Activity Scholarship | Designated by the International Education Committee based on participation in university activities and academic needs | Within budget limits | |
| Exchange Student Scholarship | Students who have completed at least one semester as an exchange student | 50% of tuition | ||
| Other Scholarships | Scholarships awarded based on the recommendation of the Director of the International Education Center or the Director of the Sejong Institute, and through agreements with external organizations | Varies |
Graduate Scholarship Criteria for International Students (Effective for March 2025 Entrants)
| Category | Scholarship Type | Eligibility Criteria | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scholarships for Enrolled International Students | Embassy/Institution Recommended Students |
International students recommended by their home country’s Korean Embassy or
institutional
representative Maintenance Requirement: GPA of 3.0 or above every semester |
100% of admission fee and tuition |
| General Track Students ※ Excluding 1-year short-term programs |
TOPIK Level 5 or higher & GPA 3.5+ in the previous semester | 100% of tuition | |
| TOPIK Level 4 or higher & GPA 3.5+ in the previous semester | 70% of tuition | ||
| TOPIK Level 3 or higher & GPA 3.0+ in the previous semester | 50% of tuition | ||
| GPA 3.0 or higher in the previous semester | 30% of tuition | ||
| International Student Activity Scholarship | Students recommended by the Director of the Office of International Affairs and approved by the President to support academic-related student services | Monthly allowance within budget limits | |
| Special Admission Scholarships | HAPPY Special A |
- TOPIK Level 5 or higher - Completion of Level 4 or higher in Kyungwoon Korean Language Program - IELTS 7.0+, TOEIC 900+, TOEFL(iBT) 90+, SKA Level 5+ |
100% of admission fee + 100% of first semester tuition |
| HAPPY A |
- TOPIK Level 4 or higher - IELTS 6.5+, TOEIC 800+, TOEFL(iBT) 80+, SKA Level 4+ |
100% of first semester tuition | |
| HAPPY Special B |
- TOPIK Level 3 - Completion of Level 3 or higher in Kyungwoon Korean Language Program - IELTS 6.0+, TOEIC 700+, TOEFL(iBT) 70+, SKA Level 3+ |
100% of admission fee + 50% of first semester tuition | |
| HAPPY B |
- Pass in Kyungwoon Korean Language Proficiency Test - IELTS 5.5+, TOEIC 650+, TOEFL(iBT) 65+ |
50% of first semester tuition | |
| ALL |
International students accepted into undergraduate programs ※ Excluding short-term 1-year programs |
30% of first semester tuition | |
| OIA Special Scholarship |
Awarded based on recommendation by the Office of International Affairs or through
agreements with external
organizations
※ Scholarship details may vary. |
Subject to seperate approval |