Daegu, KOREA

Students take classes at the KNU Main Campus.

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This program is open to undergraduate students in all majors.

Exchange students can choose from a variety of courses that have been specially designed to offer a new perspective and understanding of Korea, while also addressing topical global issues. The curriculum includes classes on Korean language (basic to advanced), economics, culture, history, politics, and global and regional affairs. The courses are all taught in English, and each course carries three credits.

Note to Business Students: This university is AACSB accredited.

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Fall semester: early September - mid December

Spring Semester: early March - mid June

KNU Academic Calendar

Exchange students may study abroad at Kyungpook University for one or two semesters.

Exchange students may live in on-campus dormitories.

MIX students register as full-time students at UH Manoa and pay regular UHM tuition. They do not pay overseas tuition. 

- Students who normally pay in-state UHM tuition continue to do while on MIX. 
- Students who normally pay out-of-state UHM tuition continue to do so while on MIX.
- Students who normally pay WUE tuition continue to do so while on MIX. 

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In addition to UHM tuition, MIX students are responsible for all of their living expenses, including health insurance, books/supplies, room & meals, personal expenses, airfare, local transportation, and any costs associated with obtaining a visa (if applicable).  It is recommended that you research online to get an idea of how much these expenses will be.    

Since you are still a registered UHM student while on MIX, you continue to be eligible to receive financial aid and scholarships. If you submit a ‘MIX Student Budget for Financial Aid Purposes’ form, UHM financial aid will take into consideration your overseas living and travel expenses when awarding you your grants/loans.  

KNU Student Buddy Program:

All exchange students are assigned a Korean student buddy to help them adjust to student life at KNU.

Visa Information:

Exchange students use the Certificate of Admission received from their Korean host university to obtain a student visa. Student visas (D-2 visas) are issued at Korean Consulates. Student visas can are typically processed within five working days.

Required documents for the D-2 visa are:

• A valid passport
• A completed visa application (see website below)
• Passport size photo
• $45 fee (other fees apply to non-US citizens)
• Admissions letter or certificate of registration issued by the president of the college or university.
• Certificate of bank balance.
• A copy of Diploma or the most recent school transcript.

Note: These requirements are subject to change. Always refer to the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea website for up to date information:

Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Honolulu

Upon arrival in Korea, students who will be staying for more than 90 days must obtain a Certificate of Alien Registration from the Seoul Immigration Office.