South KoreaSeoulPrivate UniversityTaught in English, KoreanSelf-FundedTuition from ₩5,380,000 per semesterSungkyunkwan University
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Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) is a private university tracing its roots to the royal Sungkyunkwan academy founded in 1398, with a Humanities and Social Sciences Campus in Seoul and a Natural Sciences Campus in Suwon. It is known for engineering, computing, semiconductors and business, and ranks 108th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. International students apply through a Korean Track or an English Track; English-track bachelor's programmes include Global Business Administration, Global Economics, Computer Science and Engineering, Chemical and Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. 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
Per-semester undergraduate tuition for international students in the 2027 academic year (subject to change): from KRW 5,380,000 (humanities, social sciences, business administration) to KRW 8,264,000 (Global Business Administration); engineering and computer science are KRW 6,990,000. Application fee KRW 150,000; the guide notes freshman tuition includes a KRW 198,000 entrance fee. Source: Spring 2027 undergraduate admission guide.
Admission for international students
Applications: November 4, 2026 – November 13, 2026 · Applications open
Admission for international students
Applications: November 4, 2026 – November 13, 2026 · Applications open
International applicants apply online via the global admission portal (admission-global.skku.edu) to the Korean Track or English Track. Spring 2027 has two rounds: 12-21 August 2026, and 4-13 November 2026 (documents by 27 November, results on 8 January 2027). The Korean Track requires Korean proficiency (TOPIK or equivalent); the English Track requires TOEFL iBT, IELTS or similar, with exemptions for nationals of English-speaking countries.
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
17 faculties · 51 programmes
Faculties and programmes
17 faculties · 51 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 Confucian Studies and Eastern Philosophy
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Philosophy
College of Liberal Arts
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- History
- Languages and Literature
- Philosophy
College of Social Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Early Childhood EducationKO
- International RelationsKO
- JournalismKO
- Political ScienceKO
- PsychologyKO
- Social WorkKO
- Sociology
College of Economics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Economics
- StatisticsKO
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School of Business
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- AccountingKO
- Business Management
- FinanceKO
- International Business· BachelorEN
- MarketingKO
SKK Graduate School of Business
MasterENEnglishKOKorean- Business Management
- Data Science & AnalyticsKO
College of Education
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Curriculum & Instruction
- Educational Psychology
School of Art
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Fashion Design
- Film & Television Production
- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)
- Graphic Design
- Theatre & Drama
College of Science
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
College of Information and Communication Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Electrical Engineering
College of Computing and Informatics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Artificial IntelligenceKO
- Computer Science
- Data Science & AnalyticsKO
- Software EngineeringKO
College of Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Architectural EngineeringKO
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil EngineeringKO
- Industrial EngineeringKO
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
School of Pharmacy
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Pharmacy
College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science
- Biology
College of Sport Science
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- Sports Science
School of Medicine
BachelorMasterPhDKOKorean- General Medicine
School of Law
MasterPhDKOKorean- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
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.
Sungkyunkwan University is listed as: Self-Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://www.skku.edu/eng/) before applying.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.skku.edu/eng/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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