All Levels
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Full tuition + living allowance + airfare
Kyung Hee University
Seoul, South Korea
"A large private university in Seoul with three campuses"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#309 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
About Kyung Hee University
Kyung Hee University (KHU) was founded in 1949 and is a private research university with campuses in Seoul, Yongin (Global Campus) and Gwangneung. It is known for its international outlook and for programmes in international studies, business, hospitality, medicine and the arts. It ranks #=309 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, and more than 5,500 of its students are international.
Rankings & Recognition
#309
Ranked #=309 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=331 in QS 2026) and in the 251-300 band of THE 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Kyung Hee University's global standing for that metric.
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Key Facts
1949
Founded
21,271
Total Students
5,561
International Students
3,213
Faculty Staff
11%
International Staff
Popular Programs
International Studies
International Business and Trade
Hospitality Management
Political Science and International Relations
Software Convergence
Biomedical Engineering
Application Details
Application Route
Online via KHU admissions
Application Fee
N/A
Intakes
Spring and Fall
Korean Track
TOPIK Level 5
English Track
TOEFL iBT 82 / IELTS 6.5
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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TOEFL iBT (English track)
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82 recommended |
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IELTS (English track)
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6.5 recommended |
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TOPIK (Korean track)
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Level 5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
D-2 student visa
Post-Study Work
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
Green Card Pathway
F-2 residency (points-based)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
GKS full scholarship
Career Outcomes
22%
Placement Ratio
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty Staff — 3,213
International Staff — 11%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
KHU has three campuses: the Seoul Campus in Dongdaemun-gu, the Global Campus in Yongin and the Gwangneung Campus.
Campus Details
Seoul
+ Global + Gwangneung campuses
3213
staff
5561
international students
Campus Forecast
Four distinct seasons
Cold dry winters
Hot humid summers with monsoon rain
Mild spring and autumn
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dormitories at Seoul and Global campuses
Dining
Campus cafeterias and nearby restaurants
Health & Wellness
National Health Insurance covers students
Campus health centre
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
21,271
International Students
5,561
Undergraduate
82%
Postgraduate
18%
Cost Deep-Dive
Accommodation (QS est.)
approx. USD 5,080 / year
Food (QS est.)
approx. USD 5,780 / year
Transport (QS est.)
approx. USD 530 / year
Utilities (QS est.)
approx. USD 3,310 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
KHU runs a spring term (March to June) and a fall term (September to December). Check the KHU international admissions site for exact 2027 dates.
Scholarships at Kyung Hee University
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma or equivalent. English track: TOEFL iBT 82 or IELTS 6.5 recommended. Korean track: TOPIK Level 5.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's for Master's, master's for PhD. Language rules are set by each programme.
English Proficiency
TOEFL iBT (English track)
82 recommendedIELTS (English track)
6.5 recommendedTOPIK (Korean track)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Study plan / personal statement
Recommendation letters
Language certificate (TOPIK / IELTS / TOEFL)
Bank balance certificate
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the KHU international admissions site.
2
Apply online
Register on the KHU international admissions site and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the application fee if one applies.
4
Review
The university reviews your file; some programmes hold an interview.
5
Admission letter
Receive the admission letter and Certificate of Admission (COA).
6
Visa & arrive
Apply for a D-2 student visa, then register with the university and the immigration office within 90 days of arrival.
Campus & Location
KHU has three campuses: the Seoul Campus in Dongdaemun-gu, the Global Campus in Yongin and the Gwangneung Campus.
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