Dongseo University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Deepika Goyal, from India, pursued her passion for Service Design through a master’s degree at Dongseo University. Earning the prestigious Global Korea Scholarship was the result of her year-long journey of preparation, showing her determination to secure the award. Deepika worked hard to submit a compelling application that reflected her interests and purpose well, so receiving the acceptance letter was a defining moment for her. She prepared by connecting with professors, learning basic Korean, and crafting strong personal statements.

Read Deepika’s success story to learn more about her journey.

Olivia Ofni Tanisaputra from Yogyakarta, Indonesia, is pursuing her Bachelor’s in Software Engineering at Dongseo University through the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS-U 2023). What started as a high school fascination with AI during the pandemic grew into a bold leap toward studying in South Korea. Backed by a 7.5 IELTS score, a strong GPA, and years of self-study and online volunteering, Olivia crafted a compelling GKS application through the University Track—one that told a story of curiosity, growth, and purpose.

Read her full story to see how she turned early passion into a fully funded opportunity in South Korea.

Luisa Tiara Purnomo from Indonesia is pursuing a Master’s in Film Production at Dongseo University, South Korea, supported by the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS 2024). With a background in Media and Communication from Monash University and hands-on experience in film festivals and production companies, Luisa’s journey reflects her passion for storytelling and screenwriting. After applying twice, she strategically selected a program that aligned closely with her profile and interests—and her persistence paid off.

Read her story to learn how careful research and relevant experience helped her secure this competitive scholarship.