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Seoul National University

Seoul, Seoul Capital Area Β· Public University Β· Est. 1946

QS World #31 Admissions open
Type
Public University
Founded
1946
Students
28,000
International
3,000

Overview

Seoul National University is a public university, established in 1946, located in Seoul, Seoul Capital Area, South Korea. It is ranked #31 globally in the QS World University Rankings.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance β€” always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at SNU

24 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science

Bachelor of Computer Science

Seoul National University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 20,655,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Data Science

Bachelor of Data Science

Seoul National University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 20,655,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Economics

Bachelor of Economics

Seoul National University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 20,655,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering

Seoul National University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 20,655,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Medicine (MD)

Bachelor of Medicine (MD)

Seoul National University

⏱ 5 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 34,425,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

Seoul National University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 20,655,000 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Computer Science

Master of Computer Science

Seoul National University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 13,770,000 total
Master's Degree Data Science

Master of Data Science

Seoul National University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 13,770,000 total
Master's Degree Economics

Master of Economics

Seoul National University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 13,770,000 total
Master's Degree Engineering

Master of Engineering

Seoul National University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 13,770,000 total
Master's Degree Mechanical Engineering

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Seoul National University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 13,770,000 total
Master's Degree Medicine (MD)

Master of Medicine (MD)

Seoul National University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 13,770,000 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Psychology

Seoul National University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 13,770,000 total

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science

Seoul National University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 27,540,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Data Science

PhD in Data Science

Seoul National University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 27,540,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Economics

PhD in Economics

Seoul National University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 27,540,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Seoul National University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 27,540,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Seoul National University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 27,540,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Medicine (MD)

PhD in Medicine (MD)

Seoul National University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 27,540,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Psychology

PhD in Psychology

Seoul National University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 27,540,000 total

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

KRW 6,885,000 – KRW 9,315,000/yr

Premium tuition

Indicative living cost

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

Admission requirements

Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 (varies by programme).

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 entry requirements: Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry..
  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.

Last updated 11 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.