Main Study Fields

Humanities

• Korean Language and Literature

• English Language and Literature

• German Language and Literature

• French Language and Literature

• Chinese Language and Literature

• Japanese Language and Literature

• Russian Language and Literature

• History

• Philosophy

• Archeology and Anthropology

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Social Sciences

• Public Administration

• Political Science and Diplomacy

• Library and Information Science

• Social Welfare

• Media and Communication

• Sociology

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Natural Sciences

• Mathematics

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biological Sciences (Biotechnology, Life Sciences)

• Earth System Sciences

• Statistics

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Economics & Business Administration

• Economics

• Business Administration

• International Trade

• Accounting

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Materials Science

• Mechanical Engineering (Architecture major)

• Architecture (Architectural Engineering major)

• Civil Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Polymer Science and Engineering

• Textile Engineering

• Environmental Engineering

• Food Science and Engineering

• Energy and Resources Engineering

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

IT Engineering

• Electronic Engineering

• Computer Science (IT, AI, Software Platform, Data Science, Applied Statistics)

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Agricultural, Food, & Ecological Sciences

• Food Science and Biotechnology

• Applied Biosciences

• Food Manufacturing Engineering

• Horticulture

• Landscape Architecture and Regional Development

• Agricultural Economics

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Arts

• Korean Music

• Traditional Music

• Fine Arts

• Design

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Education

• Education

• Social Studies Education

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Life Sciences

• Home Economics

• Clothing and Textiles

• Food and Nutrition

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Health Sciences

• Nursing

• Health Administration

• Requirement: TOPIK Level 3 or higher

Tuition Fees

Korean Language Program:

• Tuition Fee: KRW 5,200,000 / 4 terms (total course fee, divided into 4 terms for 1 year of language study, includes initial registration fee).

Undergraduate & Graduate Programs:

• Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics, Business Administration Group: KRW 2,600,000 – 3,300,000 per semester

• Natural Sciences, Agricultural, Life Sciences Group: KRW 3,000,000 – 3,900,000 per semester

• Engineering, Technology, IT Group: KRW 3,700,000 – 4,800,000 per semester

• Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing Group: KRW 4,500,000 – 6,000,000 per semester

Admission Information

• Graduated from a corresponding program (High School, University).

• Full academic transcripts (must be notarized translation if not in English/Korean).

• Korean Language Certificate (TOPIK Level 3 or 4 or higher, depending on major) or English Certificate (IELTS/TOEFL) if the major is taught in English.

• Study Plan, Curriculum Vitae (CV), 2 letters of academic recommendation.

• Research proposal (required for graduate research programs).

• Personal dossier and other fees (application fee, admission fee, insurance).

Scholarships

1. TOPIK Scholarship (Applicable for the first semester)

• Achieve TOPIK Level 3: 20% reduction in first semester tuition

• Achieve TOPIK Level 4: 40% reduction in first semester tuition

• Achieve TOPIK Level 5 or higher: 80% reduction in first semester tuition

2. GPA Scholarship (Applicable from the second semester onwards)

• Top 7% of international students: 80% reduction in tuition

• Top 30% of international students: 20% reduction in tuition

Facilities and Student Life

• The campus is large, modern, and located in Daegu City, featuring lush greenery, and integrated spaces for study, recreation, sports, and arts.

• Central Library: equipped with over 2 million books, electronic resources, group study rooms, and 24/7 open self-study spaces.

• Modern lab systems and research centers: well-serving majors in engineering, technology, medicine, natural sciences, and biotechnology.

• International Student Dormitory: offers various room choices (single/double) with full amenities (bed, desk, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, shared kitchens, laundry rooms), 24/7 security, common living areas, dining halls, and convenience stores right on campus.

• International Student Support Center: provides counseling on applications, visa guidance, orientation programs, cultural exchange activities—helping international students quickly settle in.

• A multitude of academic, sports, arts, and volunteer clubs: diverse extracurricular activities, soft skill development, and networking between domestic and international students.

• Kyungpook National University Hospital: a modern facility that serves as an ideal training ground for medical students while providing health care for all students and university staff.

• System of dining halls, cafés, gyms, sports fields, and recreation areas: modern facilities for convenient living, studying, and entertainment for students.