오산대학교Osan University

About University

The center of practical education in Korea, Osan University is a private junior college offering 2-, 3-, and 4-year programs, located in Osan City, Gyeonggi Province, a major transportation hub in the southern metropolitan area. Established in 1979 as Osan Technical College, it has continued to innovate for over 40 years in response to changing times, focusing on cultivating practical talent under the educational philosophy of “Intelligence, Creativity, and Cooperation.” With departments leading the future such as future industries, K-culture, and practical arts, and as a government-recognized foreign student-friendly university, Osan University takes pride in being “Korea’s leading practical university that fosters both practical and global competencies.” Osan University’s greatest strengths are its specialized departments tailored to industry trends and its field-oriented education. The “Vocal·K-POP Contents Department,” which supports AI composition, one-person-one-album production, and audition connections, is the first in Korea to focus on nurturing singer-songwriters based on AI composition, providing education that encompasses K-POP, practical music, and content production. In addition, there are about 30 majors across 10 faculties, including e-sports, semiconductor equipment, future engineering, hotel tourism, K-beauty, automotive, and pet care, each actively offering opportunities for practical experience, certification acquisition, field training, and industry-academia cooperation. For example, students in the Cafe Barista Department participate in food and beverage competitions, while students in the Media Marketing Management Department achieve tangible results by winning various contests. In particular, the “Vocal·K-POP Contents Department” systematically educates students to grow as one-person artists, covering brand building, content marketing, and video production, and also enables students to acquire various certifications such as cultural arts educator and music psychology counselor. Osan University provides hands-on education in practical music, K-beauty, hotel tourism, and future engineering. Graduates advance into diverse fields such as broadcasting, entertainment, arts, technology, and service. Notably, EBS voice actor Kim Bo-min is an Osan University graduate, and graduates of the Practical Music Department are active as singer-songwriters, composers, producers, broadcast dancers, and musical actors in creative and practical fields. Furthermore, Osan University specializes in industry-academia cooperation and employment support, boasting a high employment rate for graduates. Its achievements in various competitions, job fairs, and government contests attest to Osan University’s capabilities. For international students, Osan University offers an optimal environment. Selected as a host institution for the 2023–2025 Government Scholarship Program for International Students (GKS), it is the only junior college in Korea to operate a GKS degree program. International students selected through this program receive exceptional benefits, including full tuition coverage, round-trip airfare, a monthly stipend of 900,000 KRW, medical insurance, settlement support, and repatriation support, allowing them to focus on their studies with stability. The Korean Language Institute, operating since 2021, has students from 12 countries, and active international exchanges are underway through student exchange, joint education programs, and global internships with countries such as Mongolia, Japan, the United States, and the Philippines. The dedicated International Student Support Center provides counseling on admissions, visas, daily life, and academics, and as a university certified by IEQAS (Ministry of Education’s International Education Quality Assurance System), it enjoys high credibility in visa issuance and scholarship selection. Various scholarships, including TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) scholarships, merit scholarships, and dormitory provisions, greatly reduce the financial burden of tuition and living expenses. The campus is conveniently located near Osan Station, with easy access to KTX, metropolitan subway lines, and buses, and is surrounded by large shopping malls and various amenities. There are diverse facilities such as the student union, library, career support center, and club rooms, as well as clean and safe dormitories. Students can experience the unique warmth of Korean university community culture, clubs, festivals, and practical student activities. As a “global campus where you can develop your skills and realize your dreams,” Osan University will be a reliable partner for you to design a new future in Korea.