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Twenty-one campuses in seven countries

Beginning with the agreement on a joint master's degree program with Oklahoma Christian University (USA) in 1990, Gangseo University has been actively conducting extensive research and academic exchanges with its sister universities — nurturing 21st-century leaders with an exceptional spirit of challenge.

Programs Sister Universities Exchange Guidelines Host Scholarships

Six Programs

International Exchange Programs

2+2 Dual Degree Program

Based on the 2+2 dual degree academic exchange agreements with Oklahoma Christian University (USA) and Nanjing Normal University (China) — two years at Gangseo and two at the partner university, obtaining degrees from both institutions.

Exchange Student Program

Study your major or areas of interest at an overseas partner university for 6 months or 1 year. Credits earned at the host university are recognized as major or elective credits at Gangseo.

Short-Term Study Abroad Language Program

Short-term, intensive English or Chinese courses at overseas partner universities during summer and winter vacations — building language confidence and a global mindset through local cultural experience.

Global Theme Expedition

Students proactively plan an overseas expedition in their fields of interest, visiting foreign institutions and organizations — fostering creative problem-solving, critical thinking and teamwork.

Global Internship

Short-term global internships at overseas organizations related to students' majors during vacation periods — enhancing practical work skills for rapidly changing contemporary demands.

Global Leadership Training

Selects students with academic excellence and leadership potential to conduct self-directed global projects abroad, growing into competitive talents demanded by society and the times.

Sister Universities

21 institutions, 7 countries

Country	University	Agreement content
USA	Oklahoma Christian University	Academic + Credit Exchange + Dual Degree
	Harding University	Academic
	Lubbock Christian University	Academic
	Freed-Hardeman University	Academic + Credit Exchange
	Abilene Christian University	Academic + Credit Exchange
	South Carolina University	Academic
	Ohio Valley University	Academic
	Harding University Graduate School of Religion	Academic
	Nations University	Academic
China	Jilin Normal University	Academic + Credit Exchange
	YanBian University of Science & Technology	Academic + Credit Exchange
	Shandong University of Technology	Academic + Credit Exchange
	Nanjing Normal University	Academic + Dual Degree
	Nanjing Normal University of Special Education	Academic + International Student Exchange
Japan	Ibaraki Christian College	Academic + Credit Exchange
Mongolia	Huree University of Information & Communication Technology	Academic + Credit Exchange
Mongolia	Ulaanbaatar University	Credit Exchange
Philippines	CEBU Doctor's University	Academic + Language Training Exchange
Philippines	Philippine Christian University	(Graduate) Academic + Credit Exchange + Dual Degree
Malaysia	Berjaya University College of Hospitality Malaysia	Academic + Internship
Indonesia	Evangelical Theological College	Academic

Exchange Guide

Exchange & dual degree guidelines

Enrollment: Currently enrolled students who have completed at least 3 and no more than 5 semesters.
GPA: Cumulative GPA of 2.7 / 4.5 or higher.
Language: English-speaking regions: TOEFL iBT 61+ · China: HSK Level 4+ strongly recommended · other regions: pass the host country's language proficiency examination.
Record: No disciplinary record; no grounds for disqualification regarding overseas travel.
Documents: Application form (photo attached) · official transcript for all semesters (with percentage grade) · recommendation letter from the Department Chair · one Statement of Faith · official language score report (originals verified).
Application fee: KRW 30,000 per person (administrative processing + EMS express mail) — non-refundable.
Selection: Application score evaluation → interview examination → internal announcement → university allocation → host university approval & application → letter of admission & visa → dispatch. Weighting: GPA / academic credits 35% · language proficiency 35% · interview and document review 30%.
Credit recognition: Credits recognized within 1/2 of total graduation requirements, up to 17 credits per semester (34 per year). Major credit recognition requires prior consultation with the Department Chair.
Tuition: Exchange students register and pay tuition at Gangseo during the dispatch period, and are exempt from tuition at the host university (unless specified otherwise). Dormitory and living expenses are borne individually.

Download the full Exchange & Dual Degree Guidelines (PDF) ↓

Host Scholarships

Scholarship benefits by university

Country	University	Benefits
USA	Abilene Christian University	Full tuition scholarship at the host university for 1 year
USA	Oklahoma Christian University	Dormitory expenses borne by the student for 1 year
China	Yanbian University of Science & Technology	Full tuition scholarship for 1 year · dormitory at own expense
China	Shandong University of Technology	Full tuition scholarship for 1 year
China	Jilin Normal University	Partial tuition scholarship · dormitory at own expense
China	Nanjing Normal University	Tuition and dormitory at the student's own expense
Japan	Ibaraki Christian University	Full tuition scholarship for 1 year · dormitory at own expense

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Check the list of partner universities and relevant majors on the study abroad website before applying — then talk to the External Cooperation Office.

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