The Department of Library and Information Science is currently seeking qualified international students for the LIS undergraduate and graduate programs. For graduate programs, students with diverse backgrounds and experience in other fields are also encouraged to apply. Students from other undergraduate majors are eligible to apply for a secondary major. For these cases, related course waivers may be possible if approved by the Department or the University. A transfer student who attended other colleges or universities may be able to transfer credits earned in other institutions to our program.
To be admitted to our program, applicants must first meet Keimyung University's admission requirements. All admissions are processed through our university's admissions office. International students interested in applying can also contact the International Office at Keimyung University directly. The International Office can offer initial assistance and guidance to international students interested in pursuing one of our LIS degrees. Detailed information on how to apply for international admissions is also available on the Keimyung University website in English.
The following is a general overview of the admissions process for all students who are interested in applying. Consult one of our faculty members to inquire about a particular LIS program.
- Apply through Keimyung University International Admissions. Application form is available through the office.
- Send applications, application fees, and supporting documents to Keimyung University International Admissions, all of which are specified on the Keimyung University website.
- Applicants are notified about the interview. For applicants residing outside of Korea, video interviews are permitted.
Here are important phone numbers in case you want to reach them by phone. You may contact the international office for additional help with living arrangements, as assistance and pertinent information will be provided.
| Office | Phone | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Office of Admissions Office of International Affairs China Center |
+82-53-580-6074 +82-53-580-6029 +82-53-580-6497~9 |
For International Students (excluding Chinese Students) For Chinese Students |
Please note that course studies may commence in either the 1st semester (spring) or the 2nd semester (fall). In Korea, the 1st semester typically begins on March 1st, while the 2nd semester starts on September 1st. Upon arrival, students will receive orientation. Application submissions for the 2nd semester are generally made in May, while those for the 1st semester are due in November of the preceding year. keep in mind that the deadline for the GKS scholarship application is much earlier. As international students may require additional time to prepare documents, plan your course of study and application submissions accordingly if you intend to pursue your degree in Korea.As international students may require additional time to prepare documents, plan your course of study and application submissions accordingly if you intend to pursue your degree in Korea.