Sun Moon University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Hyun Lee
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Updated November 25, 2025
Asan, South Korea
Location
12,100
Population
3
Number of Scholarships

Funding at Sun Moon University can be easier to navigate when you start with the most generous options. Below is a shortlist prioritized by the level of support.

University scholarships associated with Sun Moon University often form the core of an applicant’s funding plan. Here are a few notable options to review first. Special Admission Scholarship is a partially funded award, and the listed benefits often include 60% exemption at admissions for TOPIK 5 holders, 55% exemption at admissions for TOPIK 4 holders, and 50% exemption at admissions for TOPIK 3 holders.

In addition to university awards, students connected to Sun Moon University may also consider government and external scholarships. Here are a few widely relevant options. Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) is fully funded, and coverage often includes tuition fees, airplane tickets, and living stipend.

You can find more university scholarships and external or government scholarships further down on this page.

What Scholarship Recipients Say:

"GKS is fully funded and covers tuition fees, monthly living allowance, round-trip airfare, and a year of intensive Korean language training before beginning the degree program."

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) BA in Media Communication

— Afra Rafilah Khansa

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"I looked up the Global Korea Scholarship online and went through all the application forms and required documents from the previous year. Since there weren’t many changes in the application process, this gave me plenty of time to prepare everything I needed. I focused on writing my personal statement, securing recommendation letters, and taking the IELTS test."

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) Master’s in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

— Eizat Zakbah

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"Studying the language made me want to learn more about Korea, so I decided to look for the curriculum of Korean Studies in the universities in Korea. I found out about Sun Moon University, whose Korean Studies department has a Multicultural and Diaspora major. I felt like it was meant to be; I did not find this major in other universities in Korea."

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) Master’s in Korean Studies – Multiculture and Diaspora

— Chintia Putri Hanaan

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"Studying at Sun Moon University has been a very enriching experience. The program is academically rigorous, and the environment is culturally diverse. I have also been able to broaden my horizons by learning the Korean language and adapting to a new academic culture."

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) BA in Media Communication

— Afra Rafilah Khansa

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"I’d probably suggest applying to top universities in Seoul, but I’d be lying if I said that’s the only way to go. Studying at my university, which was located outside of Seoul, gave me a whole new perspective on Korea. It also came with its own advantages—like much cheaper living costs, especially for accommodation."

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) Master’s in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

— Eizat Zakbah

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"I remember it took me weeks to look for the perfect university and curriculum for me, as I have a really specific thing I want to learn. Sun Moon University provides a detailed curriculum for each department, and that was how I found out about the Multicultural and Diaspora major."

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) Master’s in Korean Studies – Multiculture and Diaspora

— Chintia Putri Hanaan

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Sun Moon University Scholarship Recipients

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Eizat Zakbah

Master’s in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Malaysia
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

Eizat Zakbah from Malaysia shares his inspiring journey of winning the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) after a previous rejection. Studying TESOL at Sun Moon University, he highlights the value of persistence, early preparation, and building a strong, well-rounded application beyond just grades. His story is a reminder that success isn’t defined by university names but by how you make the most of the opportunity.

Read his full story to see how perseverance and passion helped him achieve his dream of studying in Korea!

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Chintia Putri Hanaan

Master’s in Korean Studies – Multiculture and Diaspora
Indonesia
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

Chintia Putri Hanaan from Indonesia shares her inspiring journey of winning the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) to pursue a second Master’s degree in Multicultural and Diaspora Studies at Sun Moon University. Despite coming from a law background, she carefully mapped out how her previous studies aligned with her future goals, making her application stand out. Her story is a powerful reminder to dream boldly, plan thoughtfully, and stay connected to your purpose.

Read her full story to see how passion, persistence, and clear planning helped her make her dream a reality!

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Afra Rafilah Khansa

Bachelor’s in Media Communication
Indonesia
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

Afra Rafilah Khansa from Indonesia is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Media Communication at Sun Moon University, South Korea, driven by her passion for Korean culture and commitment to improving media quality in her country. She was awarded the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), a fully funded scholarship provided by the Korean government that covers tuition, airfare, living expenses, and a year of intensive Korean language training.

Read her story to discover how she secured this fully funded Global Korea Scholarship.

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Sun Moon University Admissions

Here are the official admission pages for Sun Moon University:

DegreeAdmissions Pages
Bachelor'sInternational Students Admissions Page
Master'sInternational Students Admissions Page

Tuition Fees at Sun Moon University for International Students

Degree Tuition Fee Range
Bachelor's Tuition 7,268,000 - 8,942,000 KRW
Master's Tuition 6,106,000 - 9,800,000 KRW

Please note that tuition fees can vary based on the specific program you choose. To get accurate tuition fee information, be sure to consult the official tuition fee pages.

About the Author: Hyun Lee

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Hi! I am Hyun, and I am the founder at Global Scholarships. I've received a full-tuition scholarship at Birmingham-Southern College and a $1,000 Burger King Scholarship for my undergraduate degree and was offered a fully funded scholarship consisting of tuition, living stipend, and health insurance for computer science Ph.D. program at North Carolina State University. You can read more about my scholarship journey here. If you are interested, you can follow me on Linkedin where I regularly write about scholarships.

26 Comments

  1. Anonymous September 23, 2023 at 1:40 am - Reply

    Is GED accepted?

    • Hyun Lee September 25, 2023 at 12:15 pm - Reply

      GED should be accepted since it is equivalent to high school diploma. I do think that Sun Moon University will accept it.

  2. Anonymous November 3, 2023 at 8:50 pm - Reply

    Is N LEVEL accepted?

    • Hyun Lee November 7, 2023 at 2:51 pm - Reply

      Hello, A levels should be accepted. I’m not sure if Sun Moon University accepts N Levels and O Levels.

  3. zoe February 1, 2024 at 1:24 am - Reply

    What about a doctorate degree?

    • Hyun Lee February 1, 2024 at 6:19 pm - Reply

      Yes, Sun Moon University offers a doctorate degree.

      • sarafina October 25, 2024 at 5:28 pm - Reply

        Hello are A levels accepted?

        • Hyun Lee November 6, 2024 at 6:14 am - Reply

          Hello, all 12th year degrees are accepted.

  4. Mohammed February 27, 2024 at 2:32 am - Reply

    I want to study language course.
    Can I get admission for that?

    • Hyun Lee February 28, 2024 at 12:17 pm - Reply

      Sun Moon University does offer a Korean Language Institute. I recommend going there and seeing the application procedure.

  5. Faith March 8, 2024 at 9:22 am - Reply

    I want to study nursing
    Can i get admission for that?

    • Hyun Lee March 10, 2024 at 9:51 pm - Reply

      Sun Moon University does offer nursing, but I’m pretty sure that it is taught in Korean. The admission process is the same as other majors; you can take a look at Admissions Section for more information.

  6. Anonymous March 18, 2024 at 11:49 pm - Reply

    Hi am from Nepal And I want to study in Korea. Does Sun Moon University accept GPA 2.77?

    • Hyun Lee March 29, 2024 at 1:15 pm - Reply

      I don’t know if they do or not. I think the the only way to find out is to apply.

  7. kashaf noor June 2, 2024 at 11:37 pm - Reply

    Is sat accepted??

    • Hyun Lee June 4, 2024 at 12:02 pm - Reply

      Yes, they will accept SAT scores

  8. Misa July 9, 2024 at 3:40 pm - Reply

    Does sun moon have a graphic design or art major?

    • Hyun Lee July 16, 2024 at 12:09 pm - Reply

      Yes, they do. However, I think they are taught in Korean

  9. Anonymous July 10, 2024 at 5:41 am - Reply

    Do the teachers and students speak English?

    • Hyun Lee July 10, 2024 at 4:18 pm - Reply

      Hello, for students, most should speak English, but for teachers, it does depend on who they are. I don’t think that there are any English taught programs.

  10. Ekwedigwe Oluchi Esther August 1, 2024 at 9:30 am - Reply

    I want to study business administration. Can I get admission for that?

  11. Gloria Amanie October 16, 2024 at 12:16 pm - Reply

    Can I get a fully funded scholarships in South Korea with Upper Second Class and a GPA of 3.2. I’m from Ghana.

  12. sarafina October 25, 2024 at 5:30 pm - Reply

    Does the university offer a geology or geography degree?

    • Hyun Lee October 31, 2024 at 3:26 am - Reply

      It does not seem like Sun Moon university offers degrees in either of those subjects.

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