South KoreaSeoulPrivate UniversityTaught in English, KoreanSelf-FundedTuition from ₩4,977,400 per semesterKyung Hee University
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Kyung Hee University is a private university founded in 1949, with its main campus in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, and a Global Campus in Yongin that houses engineering, software and international studies. It is known for medicine, Korean medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and hospitality and tourism, and is ranked 309th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. English-track bachelor programmes are offered in Management, Global Hospitality & Tourism Management, International Studies and Global Korean Studies, and the university hosts Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) students at undergraduate (embassy track) and graduate level.
Information last verified: November 4, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Graduate 2026 (official): KRW 5,338,000 (humanities/social sciences master's) to 8,959,000 (medicine PhD) per semester, plus a KRW 1,000,000 enrolment fee; 2027 may change. Undergraduate (fall 2026 rates, third-party): KRW 4,977,400 (humanities, business, international studies) to 6,718,400 (engineering, software, design, hospitality). Undergraduate application fee KRW 180,000 (250,000 for music, dance and fine arts).
Admission for international students
Admission for international students
Applications are submitted online through the Global Admissions portal (iadmission.khu.ac.kr), with two rounds for the fall intake (February–March and April–May) and a separate spring intake. Korean-track applicants need TOPIK level 3 or level 3 of the KHU Korean Language Test; English-track applicants need TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.0 or New TEPS 327, or citizenship of an English-speaking country.
Official admission announcementLife and living
Seoul · South Korea
Life and living
Seoul · South Korea
Living in Seoul
South Korea’s capital and hub of technology and Korean culture, home to Seoul National, Yonsei and Korea universities.
Student housing
Yonsei GIT dormitory: KRW 1,525,000 per semester; Study in Korea estimates dorms at KRW 500,000–700,000 a month.
Transport for students
The Climate Card for unlimited travel costs KRW 65,000 a month, or KRW 55,000 for young people aged 19–34 (2024 prices).
Top landmarks
Gyeongbokgung Palace
서울관광 아카이브 · KOGL Type 1 · Wikimedia Commons
N Seoul Tower
Bukchon Hanok Village
Bgag · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons
Myeongdong
서울연구데이터서비스 · KOGL Type 1 · Wikimedia Commons
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentYonsei GIT – Tuition and dormitoryStudy in Korea – Living expensesKorea Times – Climate Card youth discount
Studying and living in South Korea
Costs and living
Tuition Fees in South Korea (2026/2027): • National Universities: 2,000 to 4,500 USD per semester (approximately 2.6M to 5.8M KRW). • Private Universities: 3,500 to 7,500 USD per semester (Humanities: 4M–5M KRW; Engineering and Sciences: 6M–8M KRW). Living Expenses & Financial Proof: • Average living costs: 700 to 1,100 USD per month (~900,000 to 1,400,000 KRW) including university dormitories which cost 300–500 USD/month, food, and transport. • Financial proof for D-2 Student Visa: Bank statement verifying approximately 20,000 USD for universities in the Seoul Capital Area, or 18,000 USD for regional universities.
Working while studying
Work During Studies: • D-2 visa holders can work part-time up to 20–25 hours per week during term time (extended to 30 hours for students with TOPIK Level 4+), and unlimited hours during summer and winter breaks with university and immigration approval. • Minimum hourly wage: ~9,860 to 12,000 KRW. Post-Study Work & Settlement: • Graduates can switch to the D-10 Job Seeker Visa, allowing up to 2 full years to secure employment in South Korea. • Successful candidates convert to the E-7 Professional Employment Visa or F-2 Points-Based Resident Visa, leading to permanent residency pathways for STEM talent.
Faculties and programmes
24 faculties · 49 programmes
Faculties and programmes
24 faculties · 49 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
College of Humanities
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- History
- Languages and Literature
- Philosophy
College of Politics and Economics
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Economics
- Journalism
- Political Science
- Sociology
College of Management
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- AccountingKO
- Business Management
College of Hotel and Tourism Management
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Hospitality Management
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College of Science
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
College of Human Ecology
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Fashion Design
- Nutrition and Dietetics
College of Medicine
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- General Medicine
College of Dentistry
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Dentistry
College of Pharmacy
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Pharmacy
College of Nursing Science
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Nursing
College of Music
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Music
College of Fine Arts
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)
College of Engineering (Global Campus)
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Architectural Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
College of Electronics and Information
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Biomedical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
College of Software Convergence
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
College of Applied Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
College of Life Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science
- Biology
College of International Studies
BachelorENEnglish- International Relations
College of Foreign Language and Literature
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Languages and Literature
- Translation
College of Art and Design
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Fashion Design
- Graphic Design
College of Physical Education
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Sports Science
Law School
MasterPhDKOKorean- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
Graduate School of Pan-Pacific International Studies
MasterPhDKOKorean- International Relations
Scholarships to study at this university
Scholarships from other funders that include this university among their partner universities.
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Undergraduate Studies
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Master's and PhD Studies 2027
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Kyung Hee University is listed as: Self-Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://www.khu.ac.kr/eng/) before applying.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.khu.ac.kr/eng/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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