1. Korean Language Program
Tuition Fee:
Tuition Fee : Approx. $1,200 - $1,600 per semester (10 weeks).
Annual cost : $4,800 - $6,400 (4 semesters).
Dormitory Costs:
On-campus dormitory : $150 - $400 per month.
Annual cost : $1,800 - $4,800.
Additional Costs:
Textbooks : $40 - $80 per semester.
Admission Fee : $40 - $150 (varies by university).
2. Associate's Degree Program
Tuition Fee:
Tuition Fee : Approximately $2,000 - $3,200 per semester.
Annual cost : $4,000 - $6,400.
Dormitory Costs:
On-campus dormitory : $150 - $400 per month.
Annual cost : $1,800 - $4,800.
Additional Costs:
Practical Training Fee (for technical programs) : $150 - $400 per semester.
Admission Fee : $250 - $500.
3. Bachelor's Degree Program
Tuition Fee:
Humanities and Social Sciences : $1,600 - $3,200 per semester.
Natural Sciences/Engineering : $2,400 - $4,400 per semester.
Arts and Sports : $3,200 - $5,200 per semester.
Annual cost : $3,200 - $10,400 (varies by major).
Dormitory Costs:
On-campus dormitory : $150 - $400 per month.
Annual cost : $1,800 - $4,800.
Additional Costs:
Admission Fee : $250 - $800.
Laboratory/Practical Training Fee : $80 - $400 per semester.
4. Master’s Degree Program
Tuition Fee:
Humanities and Social Sciences : $2,000 - $3,200 per semester.
Natural Sciences/Engineering : $2,800 - $4,800 per semester.
Arts and Sports : $3,600 - $5,600 per semester.
Annual cost : $4,000 - $11,200.
Dormitory Costs:
On-campus dormitory : $200 - $500 per month.
Annual cost : $2,400 - $6,000.
Additional Costs:
Admission Fee : $250 - $800.
Research Fees : May vary depending on the department or lab.
5. Doctoral (Ph.D.) Degree Program
Tuition Fee:
Humanities and Social Sciences : $2,400 - $4,000 per semester.
Natural Sciences/Engineering : $3,200 - $5,600 per semester.
Arts and Sports : $4,000 - $6,400 per semester.
Annual cost : $4,800 - $12,800.
Dormitory Costs:
On-campus dormitory : $200 - $500 per month.
Annual cost : $2,400 - $6,000.
Additional Costs:
Admission Fee : $400 - $1,200.
Dissertation Review/Research Fees : $150 - $800 (varies by program).
1. Comprehensive Support by GKS
Available for all levels (Language, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral programs).
Covers tuition, airfare, stipends, and settlement allowances.
2. TOPIK Incentives
High TOPIK scores (Level 2 or above) often result in additional scholarships or tuition reductions.
3. Performance-Based Scholarships
Many universities offer continued or increased scholarships for students maintaining high GPAs.
4. Industry Partnerships
Technical and research programs often receive sponsorships from major corporations in Korea, providing financial and professional support.
5. Private Organization Funding
Large Korean companies (e.g., Samsung, Hyundai) and international foundations sponsor students in specific fields of study.
6. Flexibility for Degree Programs
Scholarships are designed to support students in both Korean-medium and English-medium programs.