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South Korea Spring and fall intakes each year — confirm the current scholarship bands and deadlines with Kyung Hee

Kyung Hee University International Student Scholarship

Kyung Hee University is one of South Korea's leading private universities, with campuses in Seoul and Yongin and a broad portfolio spanning the humanities, business, engineering, hospitality and tourism, international studies, and the sciences. It offers international-student scholarships that grade tuition reductions by academic results, available across undergraduate and graduate study, with some entry awards for new students and continuing awards tied to GPA. For Sri Lankan students, Kyung Hee combines a respected Korean degree, a strong international-studies and hospitality reputation, and access to Seoul's job market, with both Korean-taught and a growing number of English-taught tracks. Scholarship percentages, eligible programmes, and language requirements vary by college and intake, so confirm the current award, eligibility, language of instruction, and deadlines with Kyung Hee's international office before applying.

Kyung Hee University

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Value

Graded Tuition Reduction

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Level

Undergraduate & Graduate

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Location

Seoul / Yongin (South Korea)

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International Applicant

Open to international students, including Sri Lankan citizens with recognised qualifications, applying to Kyung Hee programmes.

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Academic Merit

Reductions are graded by academic record; continuing awards usually depend on maintaining a set GPA. A strong profile earns a higher band.

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Admission to a Programme

You must be admitted to a Kyung Hee undergraduate or graduate programme. Confirm whether your track is Korean- or English-taught.

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Language of Instruction

English-taught tracks require IELTS/TOEFL evidence; Korean-taught programmes require TOPIK. Sri Lankan English-medium applicants can usually evidence English where the track is in English.

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Apply to Kyung Hee University

Submit your application with transcripts, certificates, CV, a study plan, and language evidence for your chosen programme.

Scholarship assessment

The international office grades your tuition reduction based on your academic record; the award is normally stated in your offer.

Accept your offer

Confirm your place and award; note the GPA conditions for keeping continuing scholarships.

Apply for the Korean student (D-2) visa

With your admission and proof of funds, apply for the Korean D-2 student visa before travelling.

About Kyung Hee University

Kyung Hee is a top Korean private university known for international studies, hospitality, and a strong global outlook, with graded scholarships for international students. For Sri Lankan students wanting a respected Korean degree with English-taught options and merit support, it is a strong choice.