Undergraduate Scholarships at Kyungdong University

1. Admissions Scholarship (International Students)

·         Coverage: Up to 100% tuition fee waiver, determined during the admission process based on the applicant's credentials.

·         Eligibility:

o    Must be an international applicant for a bachelor's program at KDU.

o    Assessment is based on academic records and other submitted documents.

·         Application: Automatically considered during the admission process; no separate application required.

2. IUCEA-KDU Undergraduate Scholarship (East African Students)

·         Coverage:

o    Full tuition fee of $10,000 per year for up to 4 years.

o    On-campus accommodation fee of $1,600 per year.

o    Return air ticket at the beginning and end of every two years.

o    Monthly health insurance support.

o    Application processing and handling fee of $200 after selection.

·         Eligibility:

o    Citizens and residents of East African Community Partner States (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda).

o    Completed pre-university level with excellent results, including minimum grades of B in Mathematics and English.

o    Proficient in English (IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 71).

o    Not more than 22 years of age.

·         Fields of Study: Bachelor’s degrees in Smart Computing, Hotel Management, and Business Administration.

·         Application Deadline: Typically around November each year.

3. English Proficiency-Based Scholarships

·         Coverage:

o    TOEFL iBT 71–78: 70% tuition scholarship.

o    TOEFL iBT 79 or above: 100% tuition scholarship.

·         Eligibility:

o    International students applying for English-medium programs.

o    Must provide valid English proficiency test scores.

·         Application: Considered during the admission process, no separate application required.

4. GlobalScholarships.com $3,000 Scholarship

·         Coverage: A one-time award of $3,000 towards tuition fees.

·         Eligibility:

o    International students enrolled in undergraduate programs.

o    Selection based on academic merit and other criteria set by GlobalScholarships.com.

 Average Scholarship Amounts

·         Full Tuition Waiver: Approximately $10,000 per year.

·         Partial Tuition Waiver: Ranges from 30% to 70% of tuition fees.

·         Living Stipends: For certain scholarships, monthly stipends are provided to cover accommodation and health insurance.

Additional Information

·         Application Process:

o    Most scholarships are awarded during the admission process; ensure all required documents and essays are submitted promptly.

o    Some scholarships may require separate applications through external organizations.

·         Renewal Criteria:

o    Scholarships may be renewable each semester based on maintaining a minimum GPA and fulfilling other specified criteria.

·         Language Proficiency:

o    For international students, proficiency in English is required for English-medium programs.

o    For Korean-medium programs, a minimum of TOPIK Level 3 is typically required.

·         Financial Requirements:

o    Applicants may need to provide proof of financial capability, such as a bank statement showing a minimum balance (e.g., USD 13,000), to cover initial expenses like airfare, application fees, and living costs.

Graduate Scholarships at Kyungdong University

1. Admissions Scholarship

·         Coverage: Up to 100% tuition fee waiver, determined during the admission process based on the applicant's credentials.

·         Eligibility:

o    Must be an international applicant for a master's program at KDU.

o    Assessment is based on academic records and other submitted documents.

·         Application: Automatically considered during the admission process; no separate application required.

2. English Proficiency-Based Scholarships

·         Coverage:

o    TOEFL iBT 71–78: 70% tuition scholarship.

o    TOEFL iBT 79 or above: 100% tuition scholarship.

·         Eligibility:

o    International students applying for English-medium graduate programs.

o    Must provide valid English proficiency test scores.

·         Application: Considered during the admission process; no separate application required.

3. GlobalScholarships.com $3,000 Scholarship

·         Coverage: A one-time award of $3,000 towards tuition fees.

·         Eligibility:

o    International students enrolled in graduate programs.

o    Selection based on academic merit and other criteria set by GlobalScholarships.com.

4. KDU Global Immersion Program Scholarship

·         Coverage:

o    Full tuition fees for the program duration.

o    On-campus accommodation.

o    Breakfast provided.

o    Field trips and cultural events.

o    Transportation costs for all activities.

·         Eligibility:

o    Open to both undergraduate and graduate international students.

o    Selection based on academic merit and interest in cultural immersion.

·         Application: Applicants must apply through the program's official website.

Average Scholarship Amounts

·         Full Tuition Waiver: Approximately $10,000 per year.

·         Partial Tuition Waiver: Ranges from 30% to 70% of tuition fees.

·         Living Stipends: For certain scholarships, monthly stipends are provided to cover accommodation and health insurance.

Additional Information

·         Application Process:

o    Most scholarships are awarded during the admission process; ensure all required documents and essays are submitted promptly.

o    Some scholarships may require separate applications through external organizations.

·         Renewal Criteria:

o    Scholarships may be renewable each semester based on maintaining a minimum GPA and fulfilling other specified criteria.

·         Language Proficiency:

o    For international students, proficiency in English is required for English-medium programs.

o    For Korean-medium programs, a minimum of TOPIK Level 3 is typically required.

·         Financial Requirements:

o    Applicants may need to provide proof of financial capability, such as a bank statement showing a minimum balance (e.g., USD 13,000), to cover initial expenses like airfare, application fees, and living costs.