South KoreaPohangPrivate UniversityTaught in English, KoreanSelf-FundedTuition from ₩2,790,000 per semesterPohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
جامعة بوهانغ للعلوم والتكنولوجيا (POSTECH)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
POSTECH is a private research university founded by POSCO in 1986 in Pohang, one of Korea's leading science and engineering schools and ranked 106th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Its language of instruction is mainly English; since fall 2026 it has run an international undergraduate track taught fully in English, alongside master's and PhD programmes open to international applicants. POSTECH is a designated Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) university for undergraduate and graduate students.
Information last verified: November 4, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Low end: 2026 undergraduate tuition (KRW 2,790,000 per semester; the first semester is automatically waived and waivers can continue for up to eight semesters with a GPA of 3.0/4.3). High end: graduate tuition of KRW 10,608,000 per year (about 5,304,000 per semester), plus a one-off matriculation fee of KRW 898,000 and an application fee of KRW 80,000. Sources: international undergraduate cost page and the 2026 graduate admissions guide.
Admission for international students
Applications: July 6, 2026 – September 11, 2026 · This window has closed — watch for the next one
Admission for international students
Applications: July 6, 2026 – September 11, 2026 · This window has closed — watch for the next one
Graduate: apply online at adm-g.postech.ac.kr in two rounds; round 2 for spring 2027 ran 6 July to 11 September 2026 (results 19 November 2026), and round 1 usually runs February to April. Proof of English is required (e.g. TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0, TOEIC 750, or a certificate that prior studies were in English). Undergraduate: the international track is applied for through the Study in Korea website (the fall 2026 cycle ran 26 September to 3 November 2025); it is open to non-Koreans whose parents are also foreign nationals, and an English test score is required.
Official admission announcementLife and living
South Korea
Life and living
South Korea
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
23 faculties · 25 programmes
Faculties and programmes
23 faculties · 25 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Department of Mathematics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Mathematics
Department of Physics
BachelorPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Physics
Department of Chemistry
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Chemistry
Department of Life Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Biology
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Department of Materials Science & Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Materials Science & Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Mechanical Engineering
Department of Industrial & Management Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Industrial Engineering
Department of Electrical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Electrical Engineering
Department of Computer Science & Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Chemical Engineering
Department of Biomedical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Biomedical Engineering
Department of Semiconductor Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Electrical Engineering
Division of Environmental Science & Engineering
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Environmental Science
Graduate School of Artificial Intelligence
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Artificial Intelligence
Graduate School of Information Technology
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Information Technology (IT)
Division of Advanced Materials Science
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Materials Science & Engineering
Graduate Institute of Ferrous & Eco Materials Technology
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Materials Science & Engineering
Division of Interdisciplinary Bioscience & Bioengineering
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
Major in Medical Science and Engineering
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Biomedical Engineering
Major in Synthetic Biology
MasterPhDENEnglishKOKorean- Biology
Major in Management Science
MasterENEnglishKOKorean- Business Management
Graduate School of Semiconductor Technology
MasterPhDKOKorean- Electrical Engineering
Department of Battery Engineering
MasterPhDKOKorean- Chemical Engineering
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.
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) is listed as: Self-Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://postech.ac.kr/eng/) before applying.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Apply directly on the official website: https://postech.ac.kr/eng/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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