Study Abroad
Program Fact sheet(Spring 2022)

Contact Information
Name
이정원

Jeongwon Lee (Mr.)

Title

Phone

Manager+82-2-910-5806

E-mailincoming@kookmin.ac.kr
이승우Seungwoo Lee (Mr.)

Staff+82-2-910-5807

University Information
Name

Kookmin University

Address

77 Jeongneung-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02707

Homepagehttps://english.kookmin.ac.kr

Faculties Cooperative tostudy abroad students

Most faculties which are not mentioned below

Faculties LIMITED to study
abroad students

School of Fine Arts, College of Architecture, College of Creative
Engineering, College of Design, College of Science and Technology,
College of Computer Science, College of Automotive Engineering

Faculties CLOSED to study
abroad students

School of Music, School of Performing Arts

Number of Students Enrolled

18,122 (As of Apr. 1, 2020)

Percentage of International
Students

11%

Academic Calendar

See below (page 4)
Courses from School/department assigned at Kookmin University
and General Education courses including Korean Language.

Available courses
Courses from other departments may be restricted* List of courses offered in English will be sent to students
Semester Dates for Spring2022

Wed, Mar. 2nd, 2022~ Tue, Jun. 21st, 2022

Exam Dates

Midterm: Wed, Apr. 20th, 2022 ~ Tue, Apr. 26th, 2022
Final: Wed, Jun. 15th, 2022 ~ Tue, Jun. 21st, 2022
* Exams can be taken during the course make up week (16thweek)

Orientation Dates

To be decided (Normally just before the beginning of the semester)

Available ExchangeSemesters

1st semester (Spring), 2nd semester (Fall)* Summer/Winter sessions not available

Language of Instruction

Korean, English (Limited), Korean Language (Limited)1Life around Kookmin University

ClimateSeoul(Republic of Korea) has four distinct seasons and thetemperature difference between Summer and Winter is extreme.
Spring and Fall is a good time to stay in Seoul but Summer is hot
and humid and Winter can be snowy with occasional cold wave.

Tourism Information

Seoul Tourism: https://english.visitseoul.net/
Korea Tourism: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
The public transportation in Seoul is very convenient and efficient.
Students will be able to visit many places of interest by taking thecity bus and subways.

Public Transportation

The closest subway station from campus is Light Rail
Jeongneung(Kookmin University) station and Line 4 Gireum Station.
There are many buses going to different districts from theUniversity’s main gate. Students are recommended to purchase atransportation card(T-money). (Students can add value to T-moneyat convenience stores on campus)

Transportation fare

Subway: Basic fare KRW 1,350won (T-money: KRW 1,250won)* Additional fare charged by distanceCity Bus: Single journey KRW 1,300 won (T-money: KRW 1,200won)

University Location
Information

Our campus, located in the Northern part of Seoul, is surrounded by
Bukhansan National Mountain Park. As our local community is mostly
residential area, we provide safe environment for students.
While students study at an independent campus setting, students
can visit Gyeongbokgung palace/Bukchon Hanok Village, Daehakro(Center of performing arts and culture) and Dongdaemun Design
Plaza during their free time. (Above place of interests are approx.
30 minutes by public transportation)2

Application Information
Nomination/Application
Deadline

Nomination: Friday, Nov. 5th, 2021
Application: Friday, Dec. 3rd, 2021

Preferred Term to
Receive Students

Does not matter* More students tend to apply in Fall (Major/department assignment,Housing assignment can be competitive)

Online Link for Student
nominations

Will be sent directly to the coordinators

Application Process

1. Home coordinator nominates the student to Kookmin (Online)
2. If nomination is received(accepted), student submits the application
3. Application review and department assignment* Study abroad can be canceled if rejected by the department
4. If admitted, submit additional documents (e.g. Proof of Insurance)
5. Visa documents processed and sent to home university
6. Student ID# issued and register for courses
7. Arrive at Kookmin according to the Orientation/Beginning of thesemester

Required documents(submit after nominationis received)

1. Kookmin University Study abroad application
2. Statement of Purpose
3. Most recent Transcript from home university
4. Copy of Passport Bio page
5. Student Photo (suitable for IDs, in JPG format)
6. (for Art/Design departments) Portfolio<Submit when admitted>
7. Proof of International Student Insurance
8. (if needed) Proof of funds for student exchange
All incoming exchange students coming to Kookmin University should
be fluent enough to take University Courses in Korean or English.

Language Certificate

While Language Proficiency score is not mandatory, we ask ourpartners to nominate students whom they are confident with language
skills.
(It is recommended to submit the proof of Language Proficiency ifavailable)
Students studying in Korea according to the agreement between theirhome university and Kookmin University needs to apply for the studentvisa(Type: D-2-6) with the Certificate of Admission issued by Kookmin
University before arriving at Korea.

Visa / Insurance

In addition, students must be enrolled in an appropriate insurance
during their studies at Kookmin University. At this time, students needto have a private insurance along with the National Health Insurance(mandatory from 2021).
(As the NHI will not cover all medical expense, we ask students topurchase a private insurance)3

Semester Dates (Semester 1(Spring), School Year 2022)
Preferred Arrival
Date

Orientation Day

Will be decided reflecting the self-quarantine requirements for Spring 2022.
(If the current two week self-quarantine is implemented in Spring, students
are recommended to arrive on Feb. 12th ~ 13th)
Date & method to be decided(Orientation can be held online due to Covid-19)

2nd (Fall) semester• Independence Movement Day

Tue, Mar. 1, 2022

• Matriculation ceremony

Wed, Mar. 2, 2022

• 1st(Spring) semester begins

Wed, Mar. 2, 2022

• Course add & drop period

Mar. 2(Wed) ~ Mar. 8(Tue)• Presidential Election

Mar 9(Wed)• Mid-term examination

Apr. 20(Wed) ~ Apr. 26(Tue)• Children’s Day

May 5(Thu)• Buddha’s Birthday

May 8(Sun)• Course registration for Summer sessions

May. 30(Mon) ~ Jun. 2(Thu)• Local Elections

Jun. 1(Wed)• Memorial Day

Jun. 6(Mon)• Final examination

Jun. 8(Wed) ~ Jun. 14(Tue)• Make-up week (& Final examination)

Jun. 15(Wed) ~ Jun. 21(Tue)• Grade posting for Spring semester

Jun. 17(Fri) ~ Jun. 29(Wed)• Summer vacation begins

Jun. 22(Wed)• Summer session period

Jun. 22(Wed) ~ Jul. 12(Tue)• Course registration for Fall semester

Aug. 11(Thu) ~ Aug. 25(Thu)• Independence Day

Aug. 15(Mon)• Commencement

Aug. 17(Wed)• Tuition payment for Fall semester

Aug. 22(Mon) ~ Aug. 26(Fri)

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Week 15

Academics

System of Assessment

Letter GradeA+
A0
B+
B0
C+
C0
D+
D0
F

G.P.A.
4.543.5
3
2.5
2
1.5
10
Lab/Studio,

Field

Percentage(95-100)(90-94)(85-89)(80-84)(75-79)(70-74)(65-69)(60-64)(below 59)

Course Components

Lecture, Seminar,
Production

work,

Project/Presentation,

Language of Instruction

Korean, English (Limited), Korean Language (Limited)

Restrictions forInternational Students

Students will need to select a major/department at Kookmin and willneed to be approved by the major/department in order to Study at
our university.
(The department/major may reject the application)
Students must register their courses online and the courses shouldbe mainly chosen from the assigned major/department and electives.
(Courses from different major/departments may be restricted)

Standard Credit Load forTerm (Fall or Winter)

We recommend that exchange students take 12~15 credits during
one semester. The minimum course load is 10 credits and maximum
course load is 17~19 credits depending on the assigned major.

Standard Course Load foran Academic Year

With 12~15 credits per semester, a full course load for an academic
year would be 24~30 credits.
Students may register courses with prerequisites during the add &drop period (first week of the semester) with a confirmation fromthe department. (if there are enough space only)

Important Notes About
Classes / Courses

If there are not enough students registered for a certain course
after the Course registration or Add & drop period, the course may
be canceled.
Language of instruction may change to Korean if the demand for acourse is low.

Division of Academic Year

Course Registration

Semester 1: Spring (March to June)
Semester 2: Fall (September to December)Students need to register for courses online before coming toKookmin University. (Normally 2~3 weeks before the beginning ofthe semester) As Course registration in Korean Universities are very
competitive and courses in high demand will fill up within seconds, it
is important for students to follow our guide and register forcourses.
The International Affairs Division can not register courses on behalfof the students and taking a certain course is not guaranteed.
(Students are advised to have a back-up plan in case the first
choice courses are not available)

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Financial Information
Application Fee

Not applicable

National Health Insurance
International students (D-2 visa holders) are automatically enrolled in
the National Health Insurance at the time of Alien registration.
* Certain nationals can be exempted from the Insurance and thestudent will need to apply for the exemption
Insurance

Private Insurance (International Student Insurance)
Students will be treated for minor illness such as cold, fever with asmall fee when enrolled in the NHI. However students are asked tohave a private insurance during their stay in case of unexpected
accident(s).
The private insurance must cover accident diseases and should besubmitted before the visa documents are processed.

TuitionTextbook and materials

1. Exchange student: Paid at home university and does not pay toKookmin University
2. Visiting student: Needs to pay the tuition at Kookmin University
during their studies.

A textbook is normally KRW 30,000 ~ 50,000won and can bepurchased at the book store on campus. (Student spend approx.
KRW 100,000 ~ 200,000won/semester for textbooks)* Not all courses require a textbook* Used textbooks are not common in South Korea
Students at School for Fine Arts, College of Design may need topay for materials depending on their coursesHousing (Dormitory)

Students should pay for their housing directly. Especially if staying
at an off-campus housing, all payment should be made to thelandlord/residence.
Dormitory fee will be waived for students coming from Universities
with bilateral agreement.

Foods

Student cafeteria: Approx. KRW 3,000 ~ 5,000won per meal
* There is no University-wide mealplan available.
Restaurants near campus: Approx. KRW 6,000 ~ 9,000won per meal

Other expenses

Students will be responsible for all additional costs needed for theirstudies in Korea

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General Campus HousingInformation

Type of On-Campus
Accommodation

At Kookmin University there are on & off-campus housing managed
by the university. While exchange/visiting students can apply foruniversity managed housing, housing assignment is competitive andwe cannot guarantee the placement.
If private space is important, we advise students to consider
staying at an off-campus location. Students may choose to stay at
the student residence recommended by the International Affairs
Division or find a place to stay on their own.
1. On Campus dormitory: 4 buildings located on campus, all
Quadruple room
2. Jengneung dormitory: 4 story building located 10 minutes on footfrom the rear gate, all Quadruple room
3. Gireum dormitory: 12 story building located in front of Gireum
subway station exit #8, has limited number of Twin/Triple/Quadruple
rooms* Only dormitory mentioned above houses study abroad students* There is no common kitchen but refrigerator and microwave areavailable for residents (for instant cooking)Student residence

Located near Hongdae-Ipgu station with private(single) rooms and acommon kitchen. (Rent: approx. KRW 550,000 ~ 650,000/per month,
deposit needed)

Private Accommodation

Must be arranged by the student. Recently students tend to use
Airbnb or stay at a Goshiwon.
* When finding a Private accommodation, students must check
whether the location is eligible for Foreign resident registration

Residence Application Fee

Not applicable

Residence Deposit

Not applicable

Kookmin University
Residence Information

https://dormitory.kookmin.ac.kr/ (Website in Korean)

Cost for University
managed housing

On-campus/Jeongneung dormitory (Quadruple): KRW
705,600won/semester
Gireum dormitory (Twin): KRW 828,800won/semester
Gireum dormitory (Triple): KRW 716,800won/semester
Gireum dormotory (Quadruple): KRW 683,200won/semester* Cost during vacation is paid separately

Meal Plan On-Campus

Available (Only for students placed at on campus dormiotry)
Meal plan is not recommended as students can only eat at thedormitory cafeteria

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Student Services
Other than computer labs for lectures are open to students.
Students are able to use the computers during the opening hours.
Computer Services
In addition, most computer labs have printer, photocopier andscanner. (some with a small fee)Students Support

International Affairs Division
Room 202, Global Center
Office hour during semester: 9 am to 5 pm
(lunch break noon to 1 pm)
02-910-5806, 5807

Careers Center

Career opportunity for International students are limited.
(We do not provide information on internship or recruitments)

Student Service Center

Certificate of Enrollment, Transcript issuance
1st floor, Administration Building
Office hour during semester: 9 am to 5 pm
(lunch break noon to 1 pm)
02-910-4046, 4050

Sports Facilities

Wellness Center2nd floor, Future Hall
Opening hours during semester: Weekdays 7 am to 9 pm, Saturday7am to noon
Cost (Student/faculty):
KRW 35,000 won/month, KRW 100,000won for 3 months
02-910-4250, 4853

Arts, Events

There are exhibition and Concerts held by the College of Arts andMyungwon Folk House. We will inform students in some cases.

Student Club &Organizations

Airport Welcome

There are various student club and organizations and many are also
open to study abroad students.
(Exchange students mostly join sport clubs such as Taekwondo andhiking)Suspended due to Covid19(Students paid a fee for the airport pick-up)

8Covid-19 testing and Self-quarantine

Notice

The information in this fact sheet is as of September 2021 and thepolicies on Covid-19 testing and self-quarantine may change at thetime of students’ arrival※ Make sure to check the most recent information▶ Before departure: Students should take the PCR test within 72
hours of the departure date and submit a negative result

Covid-19 testing▶ Upon arrival: Students will need to visit the Public Health Centeron the day of arrival or the day after the arrival(If there are any symptoms of Covid-19 at the time of arrival,
students will take the Covid-19 test at the airport)▶ Before being released from Self-quarantine: Should visit thePublic Health Center for the final Covid-19 test

Possibility of
Self-quarantine on campus

Self-quarantine
requirements

No. Exchange/Visiting students can not self-quarantine on campus.

International students entering Korea from a foreign country must
self-quarantine for two weeks (14 days) and exchange/visiting
students are responsible for arranging their self-quarantine on theirown. (including payment)(Kookmin University can not provide assistance on self-quarantine)

Self-quarantine options

1. Entering the residence recommnend by the university(Self-quarantine + stay during the semester)
2. Entering the Government or Seoul City designated facility forinternational students* Operation of the government facility in Spring 2022 has not yet
been confirmed
3. Staying at an off-campus residence arranged by the student* Students will need to check whether the location is adequate forself-quarantine

Others

1. Students will need to make reports twice daily on the“Self-quarantine Protection App”
2. If tested positive after entering Korea, students may beresponsible for full or partial medical bills depending on theirnationality.
3. There may be penalties if students violate or does not comply
with the self-quarantine guidelines. (Including deportation)9