Yonsei University

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   The short answer

   Yonsei University is a private university in Seoul, South Korea. It suits students who want a large research university with a strong international community and a place in the country’s top tier of universities.

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   What you can study

   Yonsei University is a private Christian research university. The programme areas available for international applicants are not listed here, so check the university’s official admissions and academic pages for the current subject catalogue and the language of instruction for each programme.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements, document list, deadlines, and programme-specific conditions on the website. The university also has a large international student population, so confirm whether your chosen programme has separate requirements, language proof, or additional screening.

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   What it costs

   Tuition is listed at KRW 10,330,000 to KRW 13,970,000. Living costs in Seoul are separate from tuition and vary by housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so confirm your full budget with the admissions office and current university information before applying.

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   Coming from abroad

   Yonsei University has about 5,000 international students. Before applying, check the language of instruction for your programme, whether your qualifications meet the entry standard, and what visa, document, and housing steps you need to complete from abroad.

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   How it compares

   Among 245 universities in South Korea, Yonsei University stands near the top of the field with a QS world rank of 56. Its scale, international student presence, and private research-university profile make it a strong option for applicants comparing major universities in Seoul and looking for a well-known name within the country.

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 — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.