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Academics

Academic Policy

Timing

Apply during the enrollment period of each semester (refer to the academic calendar).

Procedures

  • STEP 01

    Apply for Returning to School

    - [POVIS > Academic Affairs > Status Change/Academic Policy > Re-enrollment]

    ※ For those returning from military service, attach a scanned copy of the discharge certificate or a resident registration copy (with military service details).

  • STEP 02

    Consult with your advisor

    - Consult with your advisor personally.

  • STEP 03

    Approve leave of absence

    - The application for return to school is processed online, with approval sought through POVIS (check processing results and status updates on POVIS).

    ※ After returning to school, apply directly to the relevant department for necessary administrative matters (such as dormitory applications).

  • STEP 04

    Final result

    ※ Check the final result (rejected or approved) on POVIS.

Tuition upon Returning to School

Tuition upon Returning to School
Subject to payment Tuition fee
Students returning before the start of the semester after a general leave of absence Full exemption
Students returning before 1/4 of the semester after a general leave of absence Full exemption
Students returning from a general leave of absence before half of the semester after passing 1/4 of the semester Half of the tuition fee
Students returning from a general leave of absence after half of the semester Full tuition payment
Students taking a military leave of absence within the same semester after a general leave of absence Full exemption
Students on a military leave of absence Full exemption

Additional Information

  • Any student wishing to transfer must take major courses in the desired department a semester in advance to see if they are fitting his/her aptitude and then submit an application for transfer.
  • If the student gets approval for transfer, he/she must change the class of completion for the courses already completed before transfer and will have to complete major courses specified by the transferred-to department.
  • For more details, refer to the transfer application notice each semester before applying.
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Last Updated Date: February 06, 2025