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Seoul National University

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Seoul National University is in Seoul, South Korea; its bachelor's degrees are taught in Korean. Tuition for international students: KRW 2,442,000–KRW 5,038,000 (≈ US$1,800–3,800) per term (2026 figure). Standard entry requirements: High school diploma (or equivalent). Language: IELTS 6, TOEFL iBT 80, TOPIK 3. Applying: intake: March, September; application fee KRW 70,000. Scholarships: 6 from the university; government scholarships: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) — Undergraduate Degrees, Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's).

✓ 38 facts from 6 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

Los estudiantes internacionales también deben presupuestar seguro médico, visa y gastos de viaje que no se muestran aquí.

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Quick summary

Cost per yeartuition KRW 2,442,000 per term (≈ US$1,800) (varies by programme)
Money from the collegeMerit scholarships: international students can receive them.
1 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students.
Government scholarships for this country: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) — Undergraduate Degrees, Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's).
Chances of admissionHigh school diploma (or equivalent). Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6, TOEFL (1–6) 4, TOEFL 80.
Application deadlinesEarliest: 9 jul (Main round)
Where and how students liveSeoul · 18 km from GMP airport
HousingFirst-year housing: Available (apply)
Working while studyingnot yet determined
After graduationAfter graduating, students can change to the Job-Seeking (D-10-1) visa to look for work in Korea; it is extended in 6-month increments up to a maximum of 2 years.

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales

Becas por méritoSí — los estudiantes internacionales pueden recibir becas por mérito (reference)
Fuentes (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Selected number of admitted students will receive the Global Talent Scholarship, which covers the tuition fee and living costs partially.”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Dominio del inglésRequisitos de inglés
  • TOEFL iBT (nueva escala de 1–6): 4
  • TOEFL iBT (escala anterior de 0–120): 80
  • IELTS global: 6
Fuentes (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“[English] TOEFL iBT 80 (a score of 4.0 for tests taken on or after January 21, 2026)”
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“[English] TOEFL iBT 80 (a score of 4.0 for tests taken on or after January 21, 2026) OR IELTS Academic Band Score 6.0 OR TEPS 269”
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Conditional admission / English pathwayNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Degree programmes taught in EnglishNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗

Becas para estudiantes de primer año

Glo-Harmony Scholarship

OtrasElegibilidad no indicada
Matrícula completa
  • Amount: Matrícula completa
Fuentes (3)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“International students from developing countries in the DAC list of ODA Recipients”
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“Full tuition exemption and 600,000 KRW per month of living expenses”
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“Subsidized period: maximum of 8 semesters”
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Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

OtrasSolo para estudiantes internacionalesSolicitud aparte
Matrícula completa
  • Who can receive it: Solo para estudiantes internacionales
  • Amount: Matrícula completa
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Fuentes (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“International applicants who wish to apply for undergraduate programs of SNU.”
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“Full tuition fee: tuition exemption for 8 semesters”
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“Monthly Allowance: 1,200,000 KRW per month”
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“Applicants submit applications for this program to Korean embassies in their countries → The embassies make the first selection → The National Institute for International Education makes the final selection”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Korean War Memorial Foundation Scholarship

OtrasElegibilidad no indicada
Matrícula completa
  • Amount: Matrícula completa
Fuentes (3)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Direct descendants of foreign war veterans who participated in Korean War”
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“Tuition fee: full tuition exemption”
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“Living expenses: 500,000 KRW per month”
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Overseas Koreans Scholarship

OtrasElegibilidad no indicadaSolicitud aparte
Matrícula completa
  • Amount: Matrícula completa
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Fuentes (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Overseas Korean students who wish to take undergraduate degrees at SNU”
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“Full tuition exemption for a maximum of 8 semesters (Only when conditions are met)”
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“Living expenses: 900,000 KRW per month for 8 semesters (maximum)”
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“Applicants submit applications (apply online and print) and other documents to Korean embassies in their countries → The embassies make the first selection → The Overseas Koreans Foundation make the second selection”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Global Talent Scholarship

OtrasElegibilidad no indicada
Monto no publicado
Fuentes (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Selected number of admitted students will receive the Global Talent Scholarship, which covers the tuition fee and living costs partially.”
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“The recipients will be announced along with the final admission decisions.”
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SNU Tuition Scholarship

OtrasElegibilidad no indicadaRenovable
Monto no publicado
  • Renewal: Renovable
Fuentes (3)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“You can be awarded this scholarship beginning from the second semester of the first year of entrance.”
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“If you are an undergraduate student, you can get the scholarship up to 8 times”
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“You MUST receive at least a 3.0 GPA to keep the scholarship.”
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Programmes

Bachelor's programme
Business Administration
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Applicants must apply to a specific program (College and/or Department) during the application period.”
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“College of Business Administration”
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Computer Science and Engineering
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Applicants must apply to a specific program (College and/or Department) during the application period.”
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“Computer Science and Engineering”
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Economics
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Applicants must apply to a specific program (College and/or Department) during the application period.”
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“Economics”
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Electrical and Computer Engineering
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Applicants must apply to a specific program (College and/or Department) during the application period.”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Electrical and Computer Engineering”
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Liberal Studies
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Applicants must apply to a specific program (College and/or Department) during the application period.”
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“SNU College Liberal Studies”
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Political Science and International Relations
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Applicants must apply to a specific program (College and/or Department) during the application period.”
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“Political Science and International Relations”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) ↗
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
March, September
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The academic year at SNU begins in the spring, yet the university offers international admissions for both the spring and fall semesters.”
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“2027 Spring Undergraduate Admissions Guide for International Students”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Application fee
KRW 70,000 one-time (≈ US$52)
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The application fee is KRW 70,000 for Undergraduate, KRW 90,000 for Graduate program.”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Upon payment of the application fee (KRW 70,000), an application number will be assigned, and the online application will be considered complete.”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Interview
Optional
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Applicants will be notified of interviews when deemed necessary.”
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“For International Admissions II, online interviews will only be conducted at the following colleges.”
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Application requirement
Passport copy: Required
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Required Documents for International Admissions I (Online Submission)”
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“Submit a copy of an unexpired passport.”
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Personal statement / main essay: Required
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Required Documents for International Admissions I (Online Submission)”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Personal Statement ∙ Fill out on the online application website.”
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Teacher recommendation: Required (reference)
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Required Documents for International Admissions I (Online Submission)”
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“Once the application fee is paid, an email request for a recommendation letter will be automatically sent to the recommender along with the guidelines.”
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Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Optional
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“If you choose to submit standardized test results and other indicators of academic achievement as supplementary material, you should first upload a scanned version of the paper transcript or score report during the online application period”
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“Standardized tests: ACT, A-LEVEL, AP, IGCSE, IB, NCEA, SAT etc.”
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School transcript / academic records: Required
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Required Documents for International Admissions I (Online Submission)”
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“Applicants must submit high school transcripts”
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College of Fine Arts, College of Music: Portfolio / audition: Required
Fuente (3)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Required for applicants of the following departments ONLY:”
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“College of Fine Arts, College of Music”
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“Applicants must submit his/her portfolios directly to the department”
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Government scholarships for studying in South Korea

Funded by the government, not by the university; check whether this university takes part and the application route.

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) — Undergraduate Degrees

Government of South Korea (National Institute for International Education, NIIED)
Costo total de asistencia
  • Who can receive it: Solo para estudiantes internacionales
  • Amount: Costo total de asistencia
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Fuentes (9)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“This is a government-invited scholarship degree program aimed at fostering global talent and establishing international networks by inviting outstanding students from around the world.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Airfare, Korean language training fees, tuition, and monthly allowances”
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“Monthly Allowance: All-inclusive subsidy of living expenses, accommodation, health insurance, Korean proficiency grants, TOPIK application fee, settlement allowance, and degree completion grants”
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“Monthly Allowance — Korean language program: 13,560,000 KRW per year. Degree program: 14,400,000 KRW per year.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Tuition: NIIED: up to 5 million KRW per semester; University: amount that exceeds 5 million KRW, Admission fee.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Nationality: Applicants and both of their parents must hold non-Korean citizenship”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Online application through the Study in Korea website (www.studyinkorea.go.kr)”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Apply according to each university's own submission method (e.g., in person, by mail, etc.)”
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“Application Period: September 15, 2026 (Tue.), 11:00 – September 30, 2026 (Wed.), 18:00”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11

Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's)

Government of South Korea (National Institute for International Education, NIIED)
Monto no publicado
  • Who can receive it: Students from Japón
  • Number of awards: 20
Fuentes (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Selection and Support for Bachelor's and Associate Degree Scholarship Students”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Japanese nationals under 25 years of age who have graduated from high school”
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“Tuition Fees, Language Training Expenses, Academic Allowance, Round-trip Airfare”
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“Up to 20 students annually”
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Deadlines (2027 entry)

Application — March intake9 jul
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Online Application Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 - Thursday, July 9, 2026, 17:00”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“2027 Spring Undergraduate Admissions Guide for International Students”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionCollege of Business Administration: KRW 2,442,000 per term (≈ US$1,800) (2026 figure)
College of Engineering: KRW 2,998,000 per term (≈ US$2,200) (2026 figure)
College of Fine Arts: KRW 3,653,000 per term (≈ US$2,700) (2026 figure)
College of Humanities: KRW 2,442,000 per term (≈ US$1,800) (2026 figure)
College of Medicine (Medicine): KRW 5,038,000 per term (≈ US$3,800) (2026 figure)
College of Natural Sciences: KRW 2,975,000 per term (≈ US$2,200) (2026 figure)
College of Natural Sciences (Mathematical Sciences): KRW 2,450,000 per term (≈ US$1,800) (2026 figure)
College of Pharmacy: KRW 4,481,000 per term (≈ US$3,400) (2026 figure)
SNU College (Liberal Studies): KRW 2,975,000 per term (≈ US$2,200) (2026 figure)
Housing and mealsNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Living costs (college estimate)Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Student health insuranceNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Health insurance rule for the student visaInternational students are automatically enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHIS) with no separate application; for D-2 students enrolment takes effect on the date of foreigner registration after initial entry, and students receive the same benefits as Korean nationals.
Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel)Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Fuentes (13)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Appendix 2 Tuition Table (2026 Academic Year)”
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“College of Business Administration 2,442,000”
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“College of Engineering 2,998,000”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“College of Fine Arts 3,653,000”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“College of Humanities 2,442,000”
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“Medicine (4 years) 5,038,000”
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“Statistics, Physics and Astronomy, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, 2,975,000”
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“Mathematical Sciences 2,450,000”
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“College of Pharmacy 4,481,000”
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“SNU College Liberal Studies 2,975,000”
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“International students are automatically enrolled in the National Health Insurance without any additional application process.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Study Abroad (D-2), Primary/Secondary School Student (D-4-3) | Upon initial entry → Date of foreigner registration”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“International students enjoy the same benefits as Korean nationals, including hospital visits and health check-ups.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11

US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.

Where students live

First-year on-campus housing
Available (apply)
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Freshmen should apply online at the SNU Gwanak Residence Halls website”
en.snu.ac.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa)
25 (reference) government rule
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Bachelor's degree | 1st–2nd Year | Immediately available | | X | 10 Hours | | 10 Hours | | | | | | O | 25 Hours | Unlimited time allowed | 30 Hours”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
Post-study work visa (name and length)
After graduating, students can change to the Job-Seeking (D-10-1) visa to look for work in Korea; it is extended in 6-month increments up to a maximum of 2 years. government rule
Fuente (3)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“This visa allows international students who have completed their studies in Korea or foreigners seeking new employment to legally stay in Korea. It must be changed to a job-seeking visa (D-10-1), which is issued to foreigners wishing to work in Korea.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“Can be extended in 6-month increments, up to a maximum of 2 years.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11
“International students who have obtained (or are expected to obtain) a Bachelor's Degree or higher from a domestic university or have completed (or are expected to complete) a research program at an academic or research institution.”
www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11

Ubicación

City / stateSeoul
Nearest major airportSeoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), about 18 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q39913 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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