Dongseo University
Government accredited
- City
- Busan
- Founded
- 1992
- Students
- 9,281
- Programmes
- 3
About Dongseo University
A vibrant private university in Busan — South Korea's second-largest city and major port. Strong in international programmes, design, film, IT, business and Korean-language education, with 1,600+ international students and 200+ global partner universities. A 'Global 30' core-supported university.
- Ranked No.2 nationwide for overseas employment (2023)
- Asia's No.1 future-oriented university for cultural content
- 200+ partner universities worldwide; 1,600+ international students
- Selected as an Excellent GKS Scholarship University (2024)
- 1:1 Korean tutoring + supporter mentoring programmes
Why choose Dongseo University?
Study in Busan — a coastal, culturally rich and internationally open city. Dongseo has a very active international community, strong K-Culture programmes, industry connections and a lower cost of living than Seoul.
English-taught degrees
Study your full degree in English — no Korean-language barrier to slow you down.
Generous scholarships
Merit and partner awards covering 50–100% of tuition for international students.
Affordable & accessible
Tuition and living costs are a fraction of comparable Western universities.
Accredited & recognised
An accredited institution in South Korea with globally respected qualifications.
Safe & modern
A secure, high-tech campus and city — ideal for focused international students.
Full visa support
End-to-end D-2 visa guidance and settlement support from A & M Nexus.
Scholarships & funding
Tiered first-semester scholarships by language proficiency: 50% (IELTS 7.5 / TOEFL 104 / CEFR C2), 30% (IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL 95 / CEFR C1), 20% (IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 71 / CEFR B2 or TOPIK 3). Top tiers also receive free dormitory for 1–4 semesters.
Admission requirements
High school diploma; Korean (TOPIK) or English proficiency depending on track (IELTS 5.5+ for English-track admission); financial proof (about USD 6,000 for the D-4 language programme, higher for degrees); passport and academic transcripts. Documents require apostille or consular verification.
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Campus & facilities
The main campus features smart lecture halls, film production studios, design labs, computer labs, a library, an international student centre and sports facilities.
Student life
Busan offers beaches (Haeundae, Gwangalli), world-class seafood, K-pop culture and international film festivals — a cosmopolitan Korean experience at a lower cost than Seoul.
On-campus accommodation
| Building | Room type | Rate | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Village | Double room | $594.63 per semester Reduced rate during vacation periods | Laundry room, lounge, pool, fitness centre |
| International House 1 | Triple room | $408.81 per semester | Cooking facilities, laundry, lounge, shared bathroom |
| International House 1 | Double room | $445.97 per semester | Cooking facilities, laundry, lounge, shared bathroom |
| International House 2 | Double room | $520.30 per semester | Cooking facilities, laundry, lounge, shared bathroom |
Available courses at Dongseo University
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