South KoreaSeoulPublic UniversityTaught in English, KoreanSelf-FundedTuition from ₩2,442,000 per semesterSeoul National University
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Seoul National University (SNU) is South Korea's flagship national university, founded in 1946, with its main campus at Gwanak in Seoul. It covers the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, medicine and the arts, plus professional graduate schools in law, public administration and international studies. SNU is ranked 38th in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and admits international students for both spring and fall; undergraduate teaching is mainly in Korean, while some graduate programmes are taught in English, such as the Global Public Administration major and the international commerce and cooperation tracks of the Graduate School of International Studies. It is a host university for Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) students at undergraduate and graduate level.
Information last verified: November 4, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
2026 tuition per semester: undergraduate KRW 2,442,000 (humanities, social sciences, business, law) to 5,038,000 (medicine, clinical years), with no entrance fee for new students. Graduate first-semester tuition for international students KRW 3,278,000 to 6,131,000. Sources: SNU official 2026 tuition table and graduate admission guide.
Admission for international students
Applications: July 6, 2026 – July 9, 2026 · This window has closed — watch for the next one
Admission for international students
Applications: July 6, 2026 – July 9, 2026 · This window has closed — watch for the next one
International applicants apply online through the SNU admissions portal under International Admission I or II, with separate spring and fall rounds. For Spring 2027 graduate entry, online application ran 6-9 July 2026, with final decisions on 20 November 2026; undergraduate Spring 2027 applications opened on 6 July 2026. Applicants need Korean (TOPIK level 3+) or English (TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.0 or TEPS 269); some programmes require higher Korean, e.g. Business Administration (TOPIK 6).
Official admission announcementLife and living
Seoul · South Korea
Life and living
Seoul · South Korea
Living in Seoul
South Korea’s capital and hub of technology and Korean culture, home to Seoul National, Yonsei and Korea universities.
Student housing
Yonsei GIT dormitory: KRW 1,525,000 per semester; Study in Korea estimates dorms at KRW 500,000–700,000 a month.
Transport for students
The Climate Card for unlimited travel costs KRW 65,000 a month, or KRW 55,000 for young people aged 19–34 (2024 prices).
Top landmarks
Gyeongbokgung Palace
서울관광 아카이브 · KOGL Type 1 · Wikimedia Commons
N Seoul Tower
Bukchon Hanok Village
Bgag · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons
Myeongdong
서울연구데이터서비스 · KOGL Type 1 · Wikimedia Commons
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentYonsei GIT – Tuition and dormitoryStudy in Korea – Living expensesKorea Times – Climate Card youth discount
Studying and living in South Korea
Costs and living
Tuition Fees in South Korea (2026/2027): • National Universities: 2,000 to 4,500 USD per semester (approximately 2.6M to 5.8M KRW). • Private Universities: 3,500 to 7,500 USD per semester (Humanities: 4M–5M KRW; Engineering and Sciences: 6M–8M KRW). Living Expenses & Financial Proof: • Average living costs: 700 to 1,100 USD per month (~900,000 to 1,400,000 KRW) including university dormitories which cost 300–500 USD/month, food, and transport. • Financial proof for D-2 Student Visa: Bank statement verifying approximately 20,000 USD for universities in the Seoul Capital Area, or 18,000 USD for regional universities.
Working while studying
Work During Studies: • D-2 visa holders can work part-time up to 20–25 hours per week during term time (extended to 30 hours for students with TOPIK Level 4+), and unlimited hours during summer and winter breaks with university and immigration approval. • Minimum hourly wage: ~9,860 to 12,000 KRW. Post-Study Work & Settlement: • Graduates can switch to the D-10 Job Seeker Visa, allowing up to 2 full years to secure employment in South Korea. • Successful candidates convert to the E-7 Professional Employment Visa or F-2 Points-Based Resident Visa, leading to permanent residency pathways for STEM talent.
Faculties and programmes
24 faculties · 69 programmes
Faculties and programmes
24 faculties · 69 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
College of Humanities
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Archaeology
- History
- Languages and Literature
- Philosophy
- Theology & Religious Studies
College of Social Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Anthropology
- Economics
- Geography
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
College of Natural Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Astronomy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
College of Nursing
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Nursing
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College of Business Administration
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Accounting
- Business Management
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing
College of Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Aerospace Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Agricultural Economics & Food Security
- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science
- Forestry & Natural Resources Management
College of Fine Arts
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)
- Graphic Design
College of Education
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Curriculum & Instruction
- Early Childhood Education· Master, PhD
- Educational Psychology
- Special Education· Master, PhD
- Sports Science
College of Human Ecology
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Fashion Design
- Nutrition and Dietetics
College of Veterinary Medicine
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Veterinary Medicine
College of Pharmacy
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Pharmacy
College of Music
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Music
College of Medicine
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- General Medicine
School of Dentistry
MasterPhDKOKorean- Dentistry
School of Law
MasterPhDKOKorean- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
Graduate School of Public Health
MasterPhDKOKorean- Public Health
Graduate School of International Studies
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- International Business
- International Relations
Graduate School of Public Administration
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Political Science
Graduate School of Environmental Studies
MasterPhDKOKorean- Environmental Science
Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology
MasterPhDKOKorean- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science
Graduate School of Business
MasterKOKorean- Business Management
Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology
MasterPhDKOKorean- Artificial Intelligence
- Biomedical Engineering
Graduate School of Data Science
MasterPhDKOKorean- Data Science & Analytics
Scholarships to study at this university
Scholarships from other funders that include this university among their partner universities.
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Undergraduate Studies
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Master's and PhD Studies 2027
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Seoul National University is listed as: Self-Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://en.snu.ac.kr/) before applying.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Apply directly on the official website: https://en.snu.ac.kr/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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