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Kyungdong University, Goseong
Founded in 1981, Kyungdong University (KDU) has steadily evolved into a leading private institution in South Korea, widely regarded as a top choice for international students…
About Kyungdong University, Goseong
Founded in 1981, Kyungdong University (KDU) has steadily evolved into a leading private institution in South Korea, widely regarded as a top choice for international students seeking quality higher education and global opportunities. Its legacy began with the establishment of a Technical College, ultimately culminating in the formation of Kyungdong University. This transformation reflects its growth, ambition, and sustained commitment to academic excellence. Today, KDU operates across three distinct campuses, namely, the Global Campus in Goseong-gun (Gangwon-do), the Metropole Campus in Yangju-si (Gyeonggi-do), and the Medical Campus in Wonju-si (Gangwon-do). They collectively provide a blend of serene natural surroundings and metropolitan accessibility. The Global Campus, in particular, has become a hub for international education under the banner of global outreach and multicultural learning. With a student body of over 8,000 across all campuses and a dedicated faculty of instructors, KDU supports a vibrant academic community. To study at Kyungdong University it delivers a wide array of academic offerings, with programs spanning departments such as Humanities and Social Sciences, Business, IT and Computing, Health and Nursing, Tourism, Engineering and Technology. Guided by its vision of being an ‘Innovative and Creative Convergence Education University’ committed to nurturing capable professionals with virtues, values, and vocation (V³), KDU places strong emphasis on holistic education, leadership, and global citizenship. Beyond classroom learning, KDU promotes a global academic outlook through its international collaborations. Under its Global Student Mobility Project (GSMP), the university partners with higher-education institutions across over 70 countries, enabling exchange, dual-degree and pathway programs. Moreover, KDU maintains a strong commitment to employment readiness. It is renowned for holding one of the highest graduate employment rates among Universities in South Korea.
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Courses & Programmes
Bachelor of International Business Administration
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UG Scholarships
Type : Based on English Proficiency Test Scores Level : Bachelors Value : 50 to 100% of the tuition fees
PG Scholarships
Type : Based on English Proficiency Test Scores Level : Bachelors Value : 50 to 100% of the tuition fees
Frequently Asked Questions
For both undergraduate and postgraduate students, housing, including the meal plan, is mandatory for the first semester, and the associated cost is approximately USD 1,524.
The university processes undergraduate and postgraduate applications within 30 working days after the complete submission of all required documents.
Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of USD 16,000, which covers tuition, living expenses, and other essential costs for one year.
A Letter of Recommendation is not required for either undergraduate or postgraduate applications.
Postgraduate students are eligible to apply for an E-Visa. All required documents must be submitted to the university in Korea, and the applicable visa processing fee is USD 62.
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