Undergraduate Admission
1. Fields of Study (Admission Units)
Andong Campus offers a wide range of programs across Humanities, IT, Social Sciences, Engineering, and Arts.
| College | Department / Major |
|---|---|
| Humanities & Arts | Korean Language & Literature, Chinese Language & Culture, Folklore, History, Media & Culture Comm., Fine Arts, Music, P.E., Fashion & Lifestyle |
| Social Sciences | Business Admin., Economics, Law, Public Admin., Tourism Management, Social Welfare |
| IT & Engineering | Computer Eng., Software Convergence, Data Science, Electronics, Mechanical Eng., Robotics, Civil Eng., Environmental Eng. |
| Bio & Nature | Life Sciences, Vaccine Bio, Smart Horticulture, Food Science, Plant Medicine |
Yecheon Campus (Public Demand Talent College): Animal Biotechnology, Fire Disaster Prevention, etc.
2. Eligibility
- Nationality: Both applicant and parents must be non-Korean citizens.
- Education: Completed high school (12 years) or equivalent.
- Language: TOPIK Level 3+, or Completion of Level 4 at GKNU Korean Language Institute, or equivalent.
3. Schedule (2026)
| Intake | Application Period |
|---|---|
| March 2026 (Spring) | Nov 03 - Nov 14, 2025 |
| September 2026 (Fall) | May 04 - May 15, 2026 |
4. Tuition & Scholarships
Tuition (Approx. per semester): 1.6M KRW ~ 2.3M KRW (Very affordable!)
Scholarships:
- GKNU Challenge: 50% tuition waiver (Top performer in Language Institute)
- GKNU Talented: 1,000,000 KRW/semester (TOPIK 3+)
- Admission Scholarship: 22% tuition waiver for all qualified new students.
- Academic Excellence: 30% ~ 100% tuition waiver based on GPA.
Graduate Admission
1. Programs (Master's & Doctoral)
Offering specialized research programs in Humanities, Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Arts. English Track available for select majors (e.g., Computer Eng., Mechanical Eng., Int'l Business).
2. Eligibility
- Master's: Bachelor's degree required.
- Doctoral: Master's degree required.
- Language: TOPIK 3+ OR TOEFL 530 / IELTS 5.5 (for English Track).
3. Schedule (2026)
| Intake | Application Period |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | Oct 27 - Nov 14, 2025 |
| September 2026 | Apr 24 - May 16, 2026 |
4. Scholarships
| Name | Benefits |
|---|---|
| GKNU Global Leader | 30-50% Tuition Waiver |
| Alumni Scholarship | 30% Tuition Waiver (GKNU Grads) |
| TOPIK Excellence | 300,000 KRW (One-time reward) |
Korean Language Institute
1. Program Overview
Intensive 10-week courses offered 4 times a year (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter). 200 hours per term.
2. Costs
- Application Fee: 60,000 KRW
- Tuition: 2,300,000 KRW (for 2 terms / 6 months)
- Insurance: Approx. 80,000 KRW (6 months)
3. Schedule
| Term | Period | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Mar - May | Nov 2025 |
| Fall 2026 | Sep - Nov | May 2026 |
Government Scholarships (GKS & K-GKS)
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Fully funded government scholarship for Undergraduate and Graduate students.
- Benefits: Full Tuition, Monthly Allowance, Airfare, Insurance, Settlement Allowance.
- Apply: Typically via Embassy (Sep/Mar) or University Track (Sep/Mar).
K-GKS (Gyeongbuk-style)
Special scholarship for STEM & Regional Strategic Industries (Master's/Doctoral).
- Vision: Bio, Smart Farm, Battery, etc.
- Benefits: Full Tuition + Living Allowance provided by Gyeongsangbuk-do Province.
- Condition: Must work/stay in Gyeongbuk for 3 years after graduation (Visa support F-2-R provided).
Housing / Dormitory
| Dormitory | Type | Cost (16 weeks) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solmoe (Male) | Shared | 1,450,000 KRW | Sim-meals incl. |
| Garam (Female) | 4-Person | 1,300,000 KRW | Sim-meals incl. |
| Garam (Female) | 2-Person | 1,600,000 KRW | Sim-meals incl. |
* Costs are subject to change. Vacation period housing is available separately.