SMIT Spring 2026 International Admissions
AI & New Media Master's at Seoul DMC
Korea's only graduate school dedicated to AI and Digital Media, located in Seoul DMC. Advance your career or launch your startup through our hands-on, practicum-based master’s program. Spring 2026 admissions now open. Online Application Nov 3 – Dec 19, 2025
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Programs at a Glance
All programs feature English Track instruction with intensive 1–2 full-day sessions per week, designed for working professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs.
AI-driven e-commerce and platform strategy for digital business leaders.
Data analytics combined with business insight for tech-savvy managers.
Venture creation and business model validation for entrepreneurs. Starting from Fall 2026
Cultural innovation and creative industry management expertise.
Why Choose SMIT
Prime Location — Seoul DMC
Korea's leading hub for AI, broadcasting, and creative industries. Study where innovation happens.
Startup & Career-Focused
Real projects, investor-style validation, and mentoring that connect learning to jobs and entrepreneurship.
Global-Talent Scholarships
Generous international scholarships with the same rate applied every semester for all international students.
Interdisciplinary Convergence
Business × Tech × Art curriculum shaping holistic innovation leaders for tomorrow's challenges.
Location
Seoul Sangam Digital Media City (DMC) is a hub for innovation in the media and content industry, and a place where culture thrives, fostering inspiration and creativity for students. Here, the streetscapes become classrooms, and every conversation can spark a new idea. DMC provides the ideal environment for this innovative education to flourish.
Campus
State-of-the-art Smart Campus, every space is an innovation lab.
DMC Campus is equipped with state-of-the-art smart classrooms, providing a blended learning environment where lectures, discussions, and online classes are free. It is an arena of innovation where experimental education takes place in all spaces including classrooms, workshop rooms, libraries, studios, and cinema rooms.
Admission Timeline
All dates and times are in Korea Standard Time (KST). Schedule subject to institutional updates with notices sent via website
Online Application
Dec 8 – Dec 19, 2025 (23:59)
Documents Due
Dec 26, 2025 (18:00)
Interview (Online)
Jan 8, 2026 (tentative: Jan 10)
Result & Notice
Jan 19, 2026 (after 15:00)
Tuition Payment
Jan 19 – Jan 23, 2026
Eligibility Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree completed or expected by February 2026 from an accredited institution.
Nationality
Applicant and both parents must be non-Korean nationals with valid documentation.
English Proficiency
TOEFL iBT 59 / Essentials 7.5 / IELTS 5.5 / TEPS 600 (NEW 202). English-medium degree holders may be exempted.
How to Apply
01
Visit Portal
Go to admission.smit.ac.kr and create your account.
02
Complete Application
Fill out application form and upload color ID photo.
03
Pay Fee
Submit application fee of KRW 50,000 online.
04
Submit Documents
Send required documents via postal mail or in-person delivery.
05
Attend Interview
Join online interview session after receiving email notice.
06
Accept & Pay
Receive acceptance and tuition invoice, then pay via virtual account.
Required Documents
Application Materials
  • Printed online application
  • Application fee receipt
  • Color ID photo
Academic Records
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • Portfolio (optional)
Identity Documents
  • Passport copy (+ ARC if applicable)
  • Proof of nationality (self & parents)
  • Family relation certificate
Financial & Language
  • Bank statement (≥ KRW 20M)
  • English test score (if applicable)
  • Apostille/Embassy legalization

Non-Korean/English documents require notarized translation. Overseas documents need Apostille or Embassy legalization.
Tuition & Scholarships
Standard Fees (KRW)
Admission fee (one-time): 800,000
Tuition (per semester): 4,745,000
Tuition fees are based on the 2025 academic year and are subject to change at the end of 2025.
International Scholarships
Type A: ~38.9% off per semester
Type B: ~53.6% off per semester
Same scholarship rate applies every semester for all international students.
Important Notes
Application Requirements
Incomplete documents or absent interview results in disqualification or admission cancellation. Ensure all materials are submitted on time.
Visa & Refund Policy
Full refund available with official proof of visa refusal. Contact admissions immediately if visa issues arise.
Academic Integrity
Fraud or falsification of documents leads to immediate admission cancellation. All information must be accurate and verifiable.
Policies & Regulations
All dates and policies follow KST and school regulations. Updates communicated via official email channels.
Contact Admissions
Phone: +82-2-6953-3204
Address: 402, World Cup-buk-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea (03925)