Dongnam Health University

Programs & Tuition

Program	Intake	Tuition / semester
Nursing Science BA · 4 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,690
Physical Therapy ABA · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,638
Radiology ABA · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,638
Clinical Pathology ABA · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,638
Occupational Therapy ABA · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,638
Dental Technology ABA · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,638
Optics (Optometry) ABA · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,638
Emergency Medical Technology ABA · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,638
Nutrition & Dietetics ABA · 2 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,211
Accounting ABA · 2 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,211
Early Childhood Education ABA · 2 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — Admission Fee Waiver + 30% Off, TOPIK 4 — Admission Fee Waiver + 40% Off	Spring Fall	$4,211
Korean Language Course D4 · 0.5 · D4-1 visa	Spring Fall	$836

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Fees

AEV processing fee (one-time)

$179

Tuition, living costs and the full breakdown are in the cost estimator.

Scholarships

TOPIK Level 3 holders receive full admission fee exemption plus 30% tuition reduction. TOPIK Level 4 holders receive full admission fee exemption plus 40% tuition reduction. Korean Language Institute completers who reach TOPIK 3+ automatically qualify.

Entry Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, health certificate (required for health science programs), financial support documents, passport copy. Korean Language Institute enrollment for those without TOPIK. TOPIK Level 3+ recommended for degree programs.

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About Dongnam Health University

Dongnam Health University (동남보건대학교) is a specialized private technical college in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, founded in 1973. It is one of Korea's leading institutions for health science education, training students in nursing, physical therapy, radiology, dental technology, and related fields.

Why students choose it

Dongnam Health offers internationally recognized health science credentials at competitive tuition rates with strong TOPIK-based scholarship support. With 314 international students from across Asia and Africa, it provides a culturally supportive environment ideal for students pursuing careers in healthcare.

Campus

The campus is in Suwon's Jangan-gu district with dedicated health science labs, a nursing simulation center, radiology and dental labs, a student cafeteria, and international student dormitories. The Korean Language Institute operates year-round with March and September intakes.

Student life

Suwon is a vibrant mid-sized city with modern amenities, excellent transport links to Seoul (30 min by subway), and a large student community. International students enjoy Korean cultural programs, language exchange events, and easy access to the wider Gyeonggi region.

Downloads

University guide (PDF) Recruitment flyer