Gijang County Kkumdream Reports 98.8% Equivalency Exam Pass Rate Among Out-of-School Youth

80 of 81 young people pass the exam... Retired-teacher mentoring delivers results

Gijang County’s tailored learning support for out-of-school youth has resulted in a 98.8% pass rate on the high school equivalency exam.

Gijang County Urban Management Corporation’s Gijang County Out-of-School Youth Support Center (Gijang County Kkumdream) announced on November 12 that 80 of the 81 young people who took the 2026 equivalency exam passed.

Gijang County Kkumdream has provided classes and study materials to prepare for the equivalency exam, as well as group application services, to help out-of-school youth earn academic qualifications. In particular, its retired-teacher mentoring program, run in cooperation with the Busan Metropolitan City Office of Education since 2024, has helped improve basic learning skills and academic achievement through tailored instruction that takes each young person’s learning level and characteristics into account.

Starting this year, Gijang County has been providing a congratulatory payment of 100,000 won per person to residents aged 9 to 24 who pass the equivalency exam. The payment is available to those who pass the elementary, middle, or high school graduation equivalency exam. Applications can be submitted in person at the Education and Youth Division of Gijang County Office or online.

Gijang County Kkumdream plans to provide more information to ensure that young people who pass the exam do not miss out on the congratulatory payment. It will also support them with their future career paths and independence after earning their academic qualifications, including by providing admissions information and college application counseling to those who wish to attend university.

Kim Hyeongcheol, president of Gijang County Urban Management Corporation, said, "We will continue providing support so that out-of-school youth can realize their potential and grow up healthy." He added, "We will also actively publicize the congratulatory payment program for equivalency exam passers so that more young people can share the joy of academic achievement and continue taking on new challenges."

Gijang County Kkumdream operates a range of tailored programs for out-of-school youth aged 9 to 24, including support for returning to school, career development, independence, employment, and meals. For inquiries, contact Gijang County Kkumdream.

Gijang County Urban Management Corporation

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