Kangwon National University

Programs & Tuition

Program	Intake	Tuition / semester
Global Business (English Track) BA · 4 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — 35% Off, TOPIK 4 — 60% Off, TOPIK 5/6 — 100% Full Scholarship	Spring Fall	$1,500
Agriculture & Life Sciences BA · 4 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — 35% Off, TOPIK 4 — 60% Off, TOPIK 5/6 — 100% Full Scholarship	Spring Fall	$1,500
Engineering BA · 4 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — 35% Off, TOPIK 4 — 60% Off, TOPIK 5/6 — 100% Full Scholarship	Spring Fall	$1,500
Natural Sciences BA · 4 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — 35% Off, TOPIK 4 — 60% Off, TOPIK 5/6 — 100% Full Scholarship	Spring Fall	$1,500
Humanities & Social Sciences BA · 4 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — 35% Off, TOPIK 4 — 60% Off, TOPIK 5/6 — 100% Full Scholarship	Spring Fall	$1,500
Graduate Programs MA · 2 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — 35% Off, TOPIK 4 — 60% Off, TOPIK 5/6 — 100% Full Scholarship	Spring Fall	$1,500
Doctorate Programs PhD · 3 · D2 visa TOPIK 3 — 35% Off, TOPIK 4 — 60% Off, TOPIK 5/6 — 100% Full Scholarship	Spring Fall	$1,500

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Fees

University application fee (one-time)

$35.71

AEV processing fee (one-time)

$179

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

Scholarships

The KNU International Scholarship program: TOPIK Level 3 = 35% tuition reduction; TOPIK Level 4 = 60% reduction; TOPIK Level 5 or 6 = 100% full tuition scholarship. Korean Language Education Center completers who reach Level 4 with 80%+ attendance and 6+ months study qualify for 35% reduction.

Entry Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, financial support documents, passport copy, health certificate. TOPIK Level 3+ for Korean-medium programs; English proficiency for Global Business (English track). Application fee: ₩50,000 (non-refundable). Applications accepted through the university's official admissions portal.

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About Kangwon National University

Kangwon National University (강원대학교) is one of South Korea's ten core national universities, located in Chuncheon-si, Gangwon Province — a scenic lakeside city one hour from Seoul. As a national university, it offers some of the lowest tuition rates in our network at ₩2,100,000 per semester, with generous TOPIK-based scholarships that can eliminate tuition entirely.

Why students choose it

For students who prioritize the best academic value for money, Kangwon National University is exceptional. At ₩2,100,000 per semester and with TOPIK Level 5/6 holders paying nothing at all, the total cost of a Korean degree here is a fraction of comparable private universities. National university status means the degree is highly respected by Korean employers.

Campus

The Chuncheon campus spans a vast research and learning complex on the shores of Uiam Lake. Facilities include modern research institutes, multiple libraries, international student dormitories, a university health center, a sports complex, and the Korean Language Education Center for international students.

Student life

Chuncheon is one of Korea's most beautiful cities, nicknamed the "City of Lakes." It is famous for Dakgalbi (grilled chicken) cuisine, spring cherry blossoms, summer lake festivals, and accessible outdoor activities. Student life is active with a large domestic student population and a growing international community.

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