Dongseo University

Busan Private University Founded 1991 14 programs

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Internationally accredited university in Korea's second-largest coastal city. Ranked No.2 Nationwide for Overseas Employment (2023). Asia's No.1 Future-Oriented University for Cultural Content. 1,600+ international students and 200+ global partner universities.

Programs & Tuition

Program	Intake	Tuition / semester
Global Business Administration BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Level 1 Tuition Scholarship, Level 2 Tuition Scholarship, Level 3 Tuition Scholarship, Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$2,520 2nd sem: $2,086
Computer Science BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Level 1 Tuition Scholarship, Level 2 Tuition Scholarship, Level 3 Tuition Scholarship, Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,450 2nd sem: $2,852
Korean Language Training Program D4 · 1 · Korean Language · D4-1 visa	Spring Fall	$857
Korean Language & Business BA · 4 · Korean Track · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$2,520
Game Development BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,450
Animation BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,450
Film & Visual Effects BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,450
Digital Design BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,450
Digital Marketing BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$2,520
Applied Artificial Intelligence BA · 4 · English Track · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,450
Master — Business & Humanities MA · 2 · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,400
Master — Engineering & Technology MA · 2 · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$4,550
Master — Design MA · 2 · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$4,600
MBA Program MBA · 2 · D2 visa Merit / Need Scholarship — up to 100%	Spring Fall	$3,400

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Fees

University application fee (one-time)

$550

AEV processing fee (one-time)

$179

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Scholarships

Scholarships range from full tuition + housing to 30% partial tuition reduction, assessed case-by-case based on merit and financial need. Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) nominations available. TWISE pathway discounts apply.

On-Campus Housing

Building	Room	Per semester
International House 1 & 2 Wi-Fi, laundry, study room. Vacation period extra.	Standard Room	$379
Global Village Wi-Fi, cafeteria, international community building.	Standard Room	$464
Global Village Laundry room, lounge, pool, fitness center	Double room	$571 Vacation: $357
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International House 1 Cooking facilities, laundry, lounge, shared bathroom	Triple room	$393 Vacation: $357
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International House 1 Cooking facilities, laundry, lounge, shared bathroom	Double room	$429 Vacation: $357
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International House 2 Cooking facilities, laundry, lounge, shared bathroom	Double room	$500 Vacation: $357
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Entry Requirements

High school diploma, financial support documents, passport copy. International College: TOPIK 2+ (Korean track) or English proficiency (IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL iBT 71 for English track). Application fee: ₩770,000 (one-time, non-refundable).

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About Dongseo University

Dongseo University (동서대학교) is a vibrant private university in Busan, founded in 1991. Its International College offers fully English-taught undergraduate programs in Global Business Administration, Computer Science, Game Development, Animation, Film and Visual Effects, Digital Design, and more — making it one of Korea's most internationally accessible universities.

Why students choose it

Dongseo's International College lets students complete a full Korean university degree entirely in English, studying creative and technology disciplines that are in high global demand. Located in Busan, students enjoy a cosmopolitan coastal lifestyle with beaches, film festivals, and lower living costs than Seoul.

Campus

The Sentrum Campus in Busan's Sasang-gu features film production studios, game and animation labs, design studios, computer science labs, International House dormitories, Global Village dormitories, a library, sports facilities, and an international student center.

Student life

Busan offers Haeundae Beach, the Busan International Film Festival, world-class seafood, and a thriving student social scene — all at living costs significantly lower than Seoul. Dongseo's international community is large and active, with regular cultural events, film screenings, and startup competitions.

Our view

Excellent university for international student support. Located in Busan, Korea's 2nd largest and most beautiful coastal city. Strong K-Culture and global exchange programs make it ideal for students seeking a vibrant, internationally diverse experience.

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Quick facts

Tuition from

$857

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Students

9,281

City

Busan

International College with fully English-taught programs
Film, Game Development, Animation, Computer Science, AI programs
Scholarship: merit/need based, 30–100% tuition coverage
Located in Busan — Korea's coastal metropolis
Dormitory available from ₩530,000/semester

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