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2024 Ranking and Overview

country rank  4
world rank  807

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Overview

Founded in 1905, the Korea University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, Korea University is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational South Korean higher education institution. Korea University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 118-year-old South Korean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Korea University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Korea University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Korea University's Entity Typenot reported

Size

Korea University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Korea University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name
Name (Non Latin) 고려대학교
Acronym
Founded 1905
Motto Libertas, Justitia, Veritas
Liberty, Justice, Truth
Colours Crimson
Mascot Tiger
Video Presentation

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Campus Location

Address 145, Anam-ro, Seongbuk-gu
Seoul
136-701 Seoul
South Korea
Korea University Phone Number +82 (2) 3290 1114
Korea University Fax Number +82 (2) 921 0533

Korea University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Korea University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Korea University's academic range and degree level offering.



Korea University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Korea University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Korea University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Korea University.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Korea University's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Korea University's admission information.

Korea University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Korea University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Korea University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Korea University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Korea University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Korea University has more than 6000 international students.

Korea University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Korea University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Korea University.

Korea University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Korea University has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Korea University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Korea University's Control Type Control Type

Korea University is a private higher education institution.


Korea University's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported


Korea University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Korea University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Korea University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Korea University's main facilities:


Korea University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Korea University's Library


Korea University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Korea University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Korea University's main services:


Korea University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Korea University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Korea University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Korea University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Korea University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Korea University's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Korea University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Korea University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Education of Korea


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Korea University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Korean Council for University Education (KCUE)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Korea University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Korea University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU)
  • Universitas 21 (U21)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of Korea University's official first-level academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).




Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Korea University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Korea University's Facebook page review Korea University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

n.a.

YouTube YouTube

Korea University's YouTube channel review Korea University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Korea University's Instagram page review Korea University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Korea University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

n.a.

Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Korea University's Wikipedia article

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Feedback, Errors and Update

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Site last updated: Wednesday, 7 February 2024

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