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印 University Profile
Kwangshin University (광신대학교)
◎ Gwangju · Gwangju / Jeolla
Who is it for?
For students starting their Korea journey in Gwangju — a broad range of majors to choose from.
印 Location & Life
Getting around & student life
Gwangju — 1 hr 40 min to Seoul by KTX, a city of food, art, and its own subway
CityGwangju · Gwangju / JeollaDormRoom for ~23.5% of studentsMajors6 departments & majors
Quick facts
Location
Gwangju · Gwangju / Jeolla
Type
Private
Tuition
≈ KRW 6.2M / year (official average)
Dormitory
Yes — capacity ~23.5% of students
GKS scholarship
Not confirmed
English track
Not confirmed
Programs & study options
Fields of study
Arts & Sports · Humanities & Social Sciences
Departments & majors
6 listed in the official disclosure
Admissions details
Application period
- 2026 intake (jeongsi cycle): 2025-12-29 ~ 2025-12-31 (internet)
- pure-foreigner documents must arrive by 2025-12-30 for pre-screening
- interview 2026-01-09
- results 2026-01-16
Admission type
- /Foreign Special Admission: 2
- and — no quota limit. Interview 100%
Language requirements
TOPIK level 3 or higher
Competition (reference)
- 1.4 : 1 for Korean applicants (general track, 2025 disclosure) — the foreign track is screened separately
- Freshman quota 105
Intake year
2026
Always verify with the official guideline. Dates and requirements change every intake — the official admissions page is the final source.
Data from official sources · last updated 2026-07-03
Contact & location
Location
Gwangju · Gwangju / Jeolla · Open in Google Maps →
Admissions office
- 062-605-1004, Fax 062-571-7255
- 61027 36
Website
Contacts come from the latest official admissions materials — offices occasionally change numbers between intakes.
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