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Kyung Hee University

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Overview

Kyung Hee University (경희대학교) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul, Korea. This institution also has a branch campus in Suwon. Founded in 1949, Kyung Hee University (KHU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea. KHU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 77-year-old South Korean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 40-49%. This places it among an averagely selective. International students are welcome to apply. KHU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Kyung Hee University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Kyung Hee University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Kyung Hee University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Kyung Hee University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 경희대학교
Acronym KHU
Founded 1949
Motto Creating a Civilized World
Colours Crimson
Mascot Lion

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Location

Address 1 Hoegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu
Seoul
130-701 Seoul
Korea
Kyung Hee University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Kyung Hee University Phone Number (2) 961 0031
Kyung Hee University Fax Number (2) 962 4343
Other locations Suwon

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kyung Hee University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Korea

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1953


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kyung Hee University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Korean Council for University Education (KCUE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Kyung Hee University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Kyung Hee University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Kyung Hee University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Kyung Hee University's academic range and degree level offering.



Kyung Hee University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Kyung Hee University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Kyung Hee University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Kyung Hee University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Kyung Hee University.



Kyung Hee University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Kyung Hee University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Kyung Hee University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Kyung Hee University Admission Info


Kyung Hee University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Kyung Hee University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Kyung Hee University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Kyung Hee University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Kyung Hee University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Kyung Hee University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Kyung Hee University has more than 5500 international students.


Kyung Hee University's Admission Office Admission Office

1 Hoegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu
Seoul 130-701
(2) 961 0031


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Size and Profile

Kyung Hee University Size and Profile


Kyung Hee University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Kyung Hee University has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Kyung Hee University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Kyung Hee University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Kyung Hee University's Control Type Control Type

Kyung Hee University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Kyung Hee University's Entity Type Entity Type

Kyung Hee University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Kyung Hee University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Kyung Hee University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Kyung Hee University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Kyung Hee University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Kyung Hee University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Kyung Hee University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Kyung Hee University Facilities


Kyung Hee University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Kyung Hee University's Library


Kyung Hee University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Kyung Hee University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Kyung Hee University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Kyung Hee University Services


Kyung Hee University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Kyung Hee University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Kyung Hee University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Kyung Hee University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Kyung Hee University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Kyung Hee University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Kyung Hee University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Kyung Hee University
  • College of Humanities
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Politics and Economics
  • College of Electronics and Information
  • College of Business Administration
  • College of Applied Science
  • College of Hotel and Tourism Management College of Life Sciences
  • College of Sciences
  • College of Management and International Relations
  • College of Human Ecology
  • College of Foreign Language and Literature
  • College of Nursing Science
  • College of Art and Design
  • College of Medicine
  • College of Physical Education
  • College of Oriental Medicine
  • College of Pharmacy
  • College of Law
  • College of Music
  • College of Fine Arts
  • College of Art and Design
  • Department of Global Eminence

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Memberships and Affiliations

Kyung Hee University Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyung Hee University public or private?

Kyung Hee University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Kyung Hee University profit or non-profit?

Kyung Hee University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Kyung Hee University in terms of enrollment?

Kyung Hee University has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Kyung Hee University in terms of academic staff?

Kyung Hee University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Kyung Hee University a coeducational institution?

Kyung Hee University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Kyung Hee University use?

Kyung Hee University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Kyung Hee University affiliated with?

None.

Does Kyung Hee University admit international students?

Yes. Kyung Hee University has more than 5500 international students.

What is Kyung Hee University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Kyung Hee University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Kyung Hee University KHU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Kyung Hee University KHU located?

Kyung Hee University is located in Seoul, Seoul, Korea. Address: 1 Hoegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu.

Is Kyung Hee University KHU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Kyung Hee University is accredited by Ministry of Education of Korea (since 1953).

Does Kyung Hee University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Kyung Hee University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Kyung Hee University have a university library?

Yes

Does Kyung Hee University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Kyung Hee University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Kyung Hee University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Kyung Hee University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Kyung Hee University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Kyung Hee University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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