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Sahmyook University

ยท Public University

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Sahmyook University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Sahmyook University is a coeducational university in Seoul, South Korea, with a Christian identity and a link to the Seventh-day Adventist network. It suits students who want a university in the capital and are comfortable studying in an institution shaped by that faith tradition.

  2. What you can study

    Sahmyook University had 6 colleges as of 2016, including the College of Theology, Humanities & Social Science, and Health Science & Social Welfare, plus 4 graduate schools. That points to study options across theology, the humanities and social sciences, and health and social welfare; the current programme catalogue should be checked on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the universityโ€™s official website for current entry requirements, document lists, application dates, and any course-specific conditions. If you need a visa, ask the admissions office what documents the university issues for international students and whether there are separate deadlines or language requirements for your programme.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs in Seoul should also be budgeted separately, including housing, food, transport, and health insurance.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is located in Seoul, South Korea, and its language of instruction is not specified in the available information. Before applying, check which programmes accept international students, what language proof is required, whether accommodation is available, and what visa paperwork the university supports.

  6. How it compares

    Among 245 universities in South Korea, Sahmyook University stands out more for its Christian identity and Seoul location than for a published international fee or detailed admissions profile. Students comparing options in the country should weigh its theology, humanities and social science, and health-related study areas against universities that may offer a broader or more explicitly international programme list.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Sahmyook University

Where is Sahmyook University located?

It is located in Nowon-gu, Seoul, South Korea.

What type of university is Sahmyook University?

It is listed as a public university, and it is described as a private Christian, coeducational university.

What academic areas are mentioned for Sahmyook University?

The named areas are Theology, Humanities & Social Science, and Health Science & Social Welfare.

How many universities are there in South Korea in this comparison set?

There are 245 universities in South Korea.

Overview

Sahmyook University is a private Christian, coeducational university located in Nowon-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Sahmyook University is part of a worldwide network of Seventh-day Adventist institutions of higher education. The school was founded in 1906 as Euimyung College in Sunahn, Pyeongan-namdo in what would become today's North Korea. It is today the largest university owned by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. As of 2016, the university had 6 colleges, including the College of Theology, Humanities & Social Science and Health Science & Social Welfare in addition to 4 graduate schools.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for South Korea.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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