Free Mover Semester

Konkuk University – Seoul Campus

  • Seoul , 
  • South Korea
English
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At a glance

1931

Est.

20k

Students

80%

Acceptance rate

2.8k€

Semester tuition

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Available subjects

English-taught
  • 🧬 Biological Sciences , 
  • 📈 Business & Management Studies , 
  • 🧪 Chemistry , 
  • 💹 Economics & Econometrics , 
  • 💡 Engineering Electrical & Electronic , 
  • 🛠️ Engineering Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing , 
  • 📖 English Language & Literature , 
  • 🔭 Physics & Astronomy , 
  • 🌐 Politics & International Studies

About

Every year, over 800 students from more than 100 universities in 30 countries join the Exchange/Free Mover Program, Summer/Winter School at Konkuk University. With the rise of Korean culture and amid globalisation, Konkuk University has drawn great attention from international students. Throughout the International Programs at Konkuk University, students will explore a range of cultural events and broaden their knowledge through top-tier courses.

Located in the heart of Seoul, the main campus is the perfect place to appreciate the people, culture, life and art of the city. The International Programs will always support you to achieve your academic success with a spirit of challenge and passion.

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Fall semester

September

–

December

⚠️ Application deadline:

May 10
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Spring semester

March

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June

⚠️ Application deadline:

November 10
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Prerequisites

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No language requirement

There is no language prerequisite for joining this institution as a free mover

2.7 GPA

A minimum GPA equivalent to 2.7 on a 4.0 scale is typically required.

Applicants slightly below this threshold may still be considered if supported by strong academic progression, relevant coursework, or an exceptional extracurricular profile.

Expense breakdown

Housing

600,000 KRW/mo

Food

400,000 KRW/mo

Transport

70,000 KRW/mo

Leisure

200,000 KRW/mo

Semester tuition

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4,800,000 KRW

Living expenses (5 months)

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6,350,000 KRW

Travel & trips

The cost of reaching the destination, having a little bit of fun travels while you're there, and coming back. Again, this varies on your adventurous spirit and spending capabilities

3,000,000 KRW

Estimated semester cost

14,150,000 KRW

Lifestyle

Life in

Seoul

Accommodation

Konkuk offers a guaranteed on-campus dormitory for every international student. KU:L House, the dormitory of Konkuk University, can host more than 3,300 students in 4 Halls: Dream, Frontier, Vision, and Lake. In addition to the residence halls, it has its own cafeteria, which serves breakfast/dinner during weekdays, and all three meals during the weekends/holidays. (Meal plan is available for subscription, and single ticket is available for purchase)

Social and extracurricular activities

Konkuk offers various Social and Extracurricular Activities:
Internship: internship at the International Office, and research labs (based on demand from the labs), you can study and do the internship at the same time at Konkuk. If you apply for the Full-semester internship programme, you can also earn credits based on the programme (up tp 30 ECTS per semester)

Visa and immigration

* D-2-8 (Visiting Student) visa is required for free movers.
Upon your acceptance, Konkuk provides an admission package that includes all necessary documents, including the “Certificate of Admission”, “Acceptance Letter”, and “Business Certificate of Konkuk”. Thanks to the International Education Quality Assurance Certification (IEQAS) awarded by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Korea, students applying for Konkuk do not need to submit a bank statement.

* Residence Card (ARC/RC)
The D-2-8 Visa is a single-entry visa, and students must register with the immigration office within 90 days of arrival. To streamline the process, Konkuk hires an agency to handle the foreign registration, which helps students obtain their residence cards. Students can NOT leave Korea before receiving their ARCs; leaving Korea before issuance may result in cancellation of the visa and the Free Mover Program.

Climate

Fall semester

September

–

December
🌡️ 0°C to 28°C

Warm early autumn gradually cools into crisp, dry weather. By November and December, temperatures drop sharply, with cold winds and the first winter frost.

Spring semester

March

–

June
🌡️ 5°C to 29°C

Cold early-spring days warm quickly as cherry blossoms appear. April and May bring mild, pleasant weather before the heat and humidity rise in June.

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