Hwachun County in Gangwon Province has expanded its financial support for college students to include those who have exceeded eight semesters of enrollment. Students who have extended their study period due to transfer or re-enrollment, as well as those in programs that require more than eight semesters, can now apply for assistance.
According to Hwachun County, the Hwachun Talent Development Foundation announced on September 21 the selection criteria for the '2026 Second Semester Regional Talent Support Fund for Students Exceeding Eight Semesters.' Previously, support was limited to eight semesters, making it difficult for transfer and re-enrollment students to receive aid during their extended studies.
With this expansion, transfer and re-enrollment students can apply for support for a total of 10 semesters. Students in programs such as architecture and medicine, which typically exceed eight semesters, can apply for support for a total of 12 to 14 semesters, depending on their specific program.
The foundation will cover the full amount of tuition paid by students, excluding national scholarships and internal scholarships. Living expenses will be reimbursed up to a maximum of 600,000 won per month for a single occupancy room of 33 square meters, based on actual expenditures.
Hwachun County has gradually expanded its support for college students. Since 2019, it has provided full tuition and living expenses for local students attending college for four years, following support for children from multi-child families. This year, the living expense support limit was increased to 600,000 won per month, and the support period has now been extended.
To apply, students must have both parents or a guardian who has been a resident of Hwachun County for at least three years. Applications will be accepted in person at the Education Support Division of Hwachun County Hall from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays, until October 8. Students must also submit a notification of their financial aid eligibility from the Korea Student Aid Foundation.
Kim Se-hoon, chairman of the Hwachun Talent Development Foundation, stated, “We will do our best to ensure that educational support benefits all students in Hwachun who are striving to achieve their dreams and those who wish to continue their studies.”
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