Daegu University (DU)

Daegu University (DU) is a distinguished private institution located in Gyeongsan, near Daegu, South Korea. Established in 1956 by Reverend Young Shik Rhee—a prominent educator and independence activist—DU was founded on the principles of "Love, Light, and Freedom," emphasizing inclusivity, social welfare, and educational accessibility.

Originally inaugurated as the Korea Social Work School, DU has evolved into a comprehensive university comprising 12 colleges and 6 graduate schools, offering 91 majors across diverse disciplines, including humanities, natural sciences, engineering, arts, and rehabilitation sciences . With an enrollment of approximately 19,593 students, including around 1,000 international students, DU is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation.

The university's expansive 268.5-hectare campus, one of the largest in South Korea, is renowned for its scenic beauty, notably its proximity to Muncheonji Lake. DU has established partnerships with over 90 institutions worldwide, reflecting its dedication to global engagement and cross-cultural collaboration.


Scholarship


Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students

1. Undergraduate Admission Scholarship

·         Coverage: 40% tuition fee reduction.

·         Eligibility: Automatically awarded to all newly admitted international undergraduate students.

·         Application: No separate application required; granted upon admission.

2. Outstanding Academic Achievement Scholarship

·         Coverage: 30% to 80% tuition fee reduction.

·         Eligibility: Based on academic performance in the previous semester.

·         Application: Evaluated automatically each semester.

3. TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) Scholarship

·         Coverage: Up to 1,500,000 KRW (~$1,500).

·         Eligibility: Achieving TOPIK Level 5 or 6.

·         Application: Submit TOPIK score upon achieving the required level.

4. Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

·         Coverage: Full tuition, airfare, monthly stipend, and health insurance.

·         Eligibility: International students applying through the Korean government's GKS program.

·         Application: Apply through the National Institute for International Education (NIIED).

Scholarships for Domestic Undergraduate Students

While specific scholarships for domestic students are not detailed in the provided sources, Daegu University offers various scholarships that may be applicable to both domestic and international students:

1. Academic Excellence Scholarship

·         Coverage: Full or partial tuition waiver.

·         Eligibility: High academic achievement.

·         Application: Typically awarded upon admission or annually. 

2. Need-Based Scholarship

·         Coverage: Tuition support and/or living expenses.

·         Eligibility: Students who are demonstrating financial need.

·         Application: Apply upon admission or as needed. 

3. Cultural Ambassador Scholarship

·         Coverage: Tuition reduction or living expenses support.

·         Eligibility: Active participation in cultural exchange activities.

·         Application: Apply upon admission or annually. 

Additional Information

·         Application Process: For most scholarships, international students are automatically considered upon admission. However, for scholarships like the TOPIK Scholarship, students must submit their TOPIK scores upon achieving the required level.

·         Duration: Scholarships are typically awarded per semester and may be renewed based on continued eligibility.

·         Combination of Scholarships: Students may be eligible for multiple scholarships; however, the total scholarship amount cannot exceed the total tuition fee.

Graduate Scholarships at Daegu University

1. Graduate Admission Scholarship

·         Coverage: 40% tuition reduction for newly admitted graduate students.

·         Eligibility: All newly admitted international and domestic graduate students.

·         Application: Automatically granted upon admission, no separate application needed.

2. Academic Excellence Scholarship

·         Coverage: Up to 80% tuition waiver based on academic performance.

·         Eligibility: Graduate students with excellent academic records in the previous semester.

·         Application: Automatically evaluated each semester.

3. Research Scholarship

·         Coverage: Partial or full tuition waiver plus possible research assistantship stipend.

·         Eligibility: Graduate students actively involved in research projects under faculty supervision.

·         Application: Requires faculty recommendation and approval.

4. TOPIK Scholarship for Graduates

·         Coverage: Financial aid up to 1,500,000 KRW (~$1,500).

·         Eligibility: Graduate students who have achieved TOPIK Level 5 or 6.

·         Application: Submission of valid TOPIK score during the semester.

5. Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Graduate Students

·         Coverage: Full tuition, monthly stipend, airfare, and health insurance.

·         Eligibility: International students accepted through the Korean government’s GKS program for graduate studies.

·         Application: Apply through Korea’s National Institute for International Education (NIIED).

6. Teaching Assistantship and Research Assistantship

·         Coverage: Tuition waiver or reduction plus monthly stipend.

·         Eligibility: Graduate students assisting in teaching or research, typically recommended by departments.

·         Application: Requires application to the department and approval.

Additional Notes

·         Many graduate scholarships require maintaining a minimum GPA (usually around 3.5/4.0) for renewal.

·         Some scholarships, like research or teaching assistantships, also provide practical experience and networking opportunities.

·         Graduate scholarships often consider both academic merit and research potential.

·         Deadlines and application procedures may vary by department; students should consult their respective graduate school office or website for specifics.

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Eligibility criteria


Daegu University Undergraduate Admission Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications

·         Applicants must have completed or be expected to complete high school education or an equivalent level of education outside Korea.

·         The equivalent certification must be recognized by the Korean Ministry of Education or relevant authorities in the applicant's home country.

·         High school transcripts and graduation certificates must be submitted during the application process.

2. Language Proficiency

·         Since courses are primarily taught in Korean, applicants need to demonstrate proficiency in the Korean language:

o    TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) Level 3 or above is generally required.

·         For programs taught in English (if available), proof of English proficiency may be required:

o    TOEFL (iBT 71 or above), IELTS (5.5 or above), or equivalent English test scores.

3. Age Requirement

·         Applicants are usually required to be under 25 years old at the time of application. Some exceptions may apply depending on the program or special admission categories.

4. Health Requirements

·         Applicants should be physically and mentally healthy to study abroad. A medical examination report may be required during the visa process.

5. Other Requirements

·         Submission of required documents, including:

o    Completed application form

o    High school diploma or expected graduation certificate

o    Academic transcripts

o    Language proficiency test results

o    Passport copy

o    Personal statement or study plan (if required)

·         Some departments may require additional materials, such as portfolios (for art-related programs) or interviews.

Daegu University Graduate Admission Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications

·         Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university or institution.

·         For specialized programs (e.g., master’s or doctoral), relevant academic background or professional experience may be required.

·         Official transcripts and graduation certificates from previous degrees must be submitted.

2. Language Proficiency

·         Korean-taught Programs:
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in Korean, usually requiring TOPIK Level 3 or higher.

·         English-taught Programs (if available):
Proof of English proficiency, such as:

o    TOEFL iBT 71 or higher

o    IELTS 5.5 or higher

o    Other equivalent English tests

·         Some programs may require higher language proficiency levels depending on the curriculum.

3. Age Requirements

·         Typically, applicants should be under 40 years old, but exceptions may apply based on department policies.

4. Research Proposal

·         For master’s or doctoral programs, submission of a research proposal or study plan may be required.

·         Some departments may also require letters of recommendation from previous professors or employers.

5. Health Requirements

·    A medical certificate may be required during the visa or enrollment process.

6. Other Requirements

·         Submission of necessary documents such as:

o    Completed application form

o    Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts

o    Language proficiency test results

o    Passport copy

o    Personal statement or study plan

o    Letters of recommendation (if required)

·         Some programs might also conduct interviews or additional screening.

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Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students

1. Undergraduate Admission Scholarship

·         Coverage: 40% tuition fee reduction.

·         Eligibility: Automatically awarded to all newly admitted international undergraduate students.

·         Application: No separate application required; granted upon admission.

2. Outstanding Academic Achievement Scholarship

·         Coverage: 30% to 80% tuition fee reduction.

·         Eligibility: Based on academic performance in the previous semester.

·         Application: Evaluated automatically each semester.

3. TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) Scholarship

·         Coverage: Up to 1,500,000 KRW (~$1,500).

·         Eligibility: Achieving TOPIK Level 5 or 6.

·         Application: Submit TOPIK score upon achieving the required level.

4. Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

·         Coverage: Full tuition, airfare, monthly stipend, and health insurance.

·         Eligibility: International students applying through the Korean government's GKS program.

·         Application: Apply through the National Institute for International Education (NIIED).

Scholarships for Domestic Undergraduate Students

While specific scholarships for domestic students are not detailed in the provided sources, Daegu University offers various scholarships that may be applicable to both domestic and international students:

1. Academic Excellence Scholarship

·         Coverage: Full or partial tuition waiver.

·         Eligibility: High academic achievement.

·         Application: Typically awarded upon admission or annually. 

2. Need-Based Scholarship

·         Coverage: Tuition support and/or living expenses.

·         Eligibility: Students who are demonstrating financial need.

·         Application: Apply upon admission or as needed. 

3. Cultural Ambassador Scholarship

·         Coverage: Tuition reduction or living expenses support.

·         Eligibility: Active participation in cultural exchange activities.

·         Application: Apply upon admission or annually. 

Additional Information

·         Application Process: For most scholarships, international students are automatically considered upon admission. However, for scholarships like the TOPIK Scholarship, students must submit their TOPIK scores upon achieving the required level.

·         Duration: Scholarships are typically awarded per semester and may be renewed based on continued eligibility.

·         Combination of Scholarships: Students may be eligible for multiple scholarships; however, the total scholarship amount cannot exceed the total tuition fee.

Graduate Scholarships at Daegu University

1. Graduate Admission Scholarship

·         Coverage: 40% tuition reduction for newly admitted graduate students.

·         Eligibility: All newly admitted international and domestic graduate students.

·         Application: Automatically granted upon admission, no separate application needed.

2. Academic Excellence Scholarship

·         Coverage: Up to 80% tuition waiver based on academic performance.

·         Eligibility: Graduate students with excellent academic records in the previous semester.

·         Application: Automatically evaluated each semester.

3. Research Scholarship

·         Coverage: Partial or full tuition waiver plus possible research assistantship stipend.

·         Eligibility: Graduate students actively involved in research projects under faculty supervision.

·         Application: Requires faculty recommendation and approval.

4. TOPIK Scholarship for Graduates

·         Coverage: Financial aid up to 1,500,000 KRW (~$1,500).

·         Eligibility: Graduate students who have achieved TOPIK Level 5 or 6.

·         Application: Submission of valid TOPIK score during the semester.

5. Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Graduate Students

·         Coverage: Full tuition, monthly stipend, airfare, and health insurance.

·         Eligibility: International students accepted through the Korean government’s GKS program for graduate studies.

·         Application: Apply through Korea’s National Institute for International Education (NIIED).

6. Teaching Assistantship and Research Assistantship

·         Coverage: Tuition waiver or reduction plus monthly stipend.

·         Eligibility: Graduate students assisting in teaching or research, typically recommended by departments.

·         Application: Requires application to the department and approval.

Additional Notes

·         Many graduate scholarships require maintaining a minimum GPA (usually around 3.5/4.0) for renewal.

·         Some scholarships, like research or teaching assistantships, also provide practical experience and networking opportunities.

·         Graduate scholarships often consider both academic merit and research potential.

·         Deadlines and application procedures may vary by department; students should consult their respective graduate school office or website for specifics.

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Daegu University Undergraduate Admission Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications

·         Applicants must have completed or be expected to complete high school education or an equivalent level of education outside Korea.

·         The equivalent certification must be recognized by the Korean Ministry of Education or relevant authorities in the applicant's home country.

·         High school transcripts and graduation certificates must be submitted during the application process.

2. Language Proficiency

·         Since courses are primarily taught in Korean, applicants need to demonstrate proficiency in the Korean language:

o    TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) Level 3 or above is generally required.

·         For programs taught in English (if available), proof of English proficiency may be required:

o    TOEFL (iBT 71 or above), IELTS (5.5 or above), or equivalent English test scores.

3. Age Requirement

·         Applicants are usually required to be under 25 years old at the time of application. Some exceptions may apply depending on the program or special admission categories.

4. Health Requirements

·         Applicants should be physically and mentally healthy to study abroad. A medical examination report may be required during the visa process.

5. Other Requirements

·         Submission of required documents, including:

o    Completed application form

o    High school diploma or expected graduation certificate

o    Academic transcripts

o    Language proficiency test results

o    Passport copy

o    Personal statement or study plan (if required)

·         Some departments may require additional materials, such as portfolios (for art-related programs) or interviews.

Daegu University Graduate Admission Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications

·         Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university or institution.

·         For specialized programs (e.g., master’s or doctoral), relevant academic background or professional experience may be required.

·         Official transcripts and graduation certificates from previous degrees must be submitted.

2. Language Proficiency

·         Korean-taught Programs:
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in Korean, usually requiring TOPIK Level 3 or higher.

·         English-taught Programs (if available):
Proof of English proficiency, such as:

o    TOEFL iBT 71 or higher

o    IELTS 5.5 or higher

o    Other equivalent English tests

·         Some programs may require higher language proficiency levels depending on the curriculum.

3. Age Requirements

·         Typically, applicants should be under 40 years old, but exceptions may apply based on department policies.

4. Research Proposal

·         For master’s or doctoral programs, submission of a research proposal or study plan may be required.

·         Some departments may also require letters of recommendation from previous professors or employers.

5. Health Requirements

·    A medical certificate may be required during the visa or enrollment process.

6. Other Requirements

·         Submission of necessary documents such as:

o    Completed application form

o    Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts

o    Language proficiency test results

o    Passport copy

o    Personal statement or study plan

o    Letters of recommendation (if required)

·         Some programs might also conduct interviews or additional screening.

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