Far East University
Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do ·Private University ·11 programmes ·Official website
About Far East University
Overview
Far East University (극동대학교) is a private university founded in 1998 in Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do. With nearly 900 international students, it is one of Korea's most internationally active mid-size universities, offering programs from aeronautical engineering and police administration to K-culture innovation and AI computing.
Why choose Far East University?
Far East University stands out for its unusual program mix — combining aviation safety, police administration, AI engineering, and K-culture content in one institution. Tuition is competitive for a private university, and the on-campus Korean Language Center offers four intakes per year, making it easy to start at any time.
Campus & facilities
The campus in Eumseong-gun features a dedicated aeronautics training facility, AI and computing labs, an on-campus dormitory with 612 beds, a student cafeteria averaging ₩4,900/meal, and the Far East Korean Language Center with capacity for 150 students.
Student life
Eumseong-gun is a rural county in North Chungcheong Province, offering a focused study environment away from city distractions. Students can reach Seoul in about 1.5 hours by bus. Campus social life is strong with international student clubs and cultural exchange programs.
Admission requirements
High school diploma or equivalent, financial support documents, passport copy, health certificate. For degree programs: TOPIK Level 2+ recommended. Korean Language Center: open to all with high school completion. English Track programs require English proficiency documentation.
Scholarships & financial aid
Far East University offers Korean government (GKS) scholarships for eligible international students and institutional merit scholarships. The language center has conditional enrollment pathways that allow language study before progressing to degree programs.
Key highlights
- ~890 international students enrolled
- Korean Language Center: 620-hour program, 4 intakes per year
- Programs in aeronautical engineering, police, AI, and K-culture
- On-campus dormitory with 612 beds
- Language center contact: ilec@kdu.ac.kr
Programmes & tuition (11)
One-time fees
Studying in South Korea — what to know
Monthly living expenses typically range ₩500,000–₩1,000,000 for food, transport and essentials. Dormitories are around ₩200,000–₩400,000/month, and provincial cities cost less than Seoul.
Many programmes are taught in English; most universities offer Korean courses. Basic Korean (TOPIK 1–2) is needed for some programmes. We provide language training and TOPIK prep.
International students study on a D-2 visa. We guide you through the entire visa process. It allows part-time work up to 20 hours/week in term and full-time during vacations.
Korea has world-class healthcare. Students join the National Health Insurance (NHIS) — roughly ₩60,000–₩80,000/month — covering most medical costs.