Yonsei University
Seoul · Official website ↗
Yonsei University is in Seoul, South Korea; its bachelor's degrees are taught in English, Korean. Standard entry requirements: High school diploma. Language: IELTS none. Applying: intake: March, September. Scholarships: 2 from the university; government scholarships: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) — Undergraduate Degrees, Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's).
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | not yet determined The college asks you to show KRW 22,000,000 in available funds for the student visa (visa paperwork). This is proof you can pay, not a bill. |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 2 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 admission | High school diploma. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Sep 17 (Main round) Last round: Round 1, Sep 22. |
| Where and how students live | Seoul · 13 km from GMP airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Required |
| Working while studying | not yet determined |
| After graduation | not yet determined |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Requirements by teaching language
| Programmes taught in Korean | Programmes taught in English | |
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| Bachelor's programme | Advanced Pharmaceutical Sciences · 4 years Source (1)“The Department of Advanced Pharmaceutical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy is a four-year program and does not grant eligibility to take the national pharmacist licensure examination.”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Architecture · 5 years Source (1)“The Department of Architecture & Architectural Engineering is divided into two majors — Architecture (5-year program) and Architectural Engineering (4-year program).”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Business Administration Computer Science & Engineering Economics Electrical & Electronic Engineering Global Leadership Division Political Science & Int'l Studies | Bio-Convergence · 4 years Source (2)“BC BIO-CONVERGENCE”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC) is a highly selective four-year liberal arts college.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Economics · 4 years Source (2)“ECON ECONOMICS”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC) is a highly selective four-year liberal arts college.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Energy & Environmental Science and Engineering · 4 years Source (2)“EESE ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC) is a highly selective four-year liberal arts college.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12International Studies · 4 years Source (2)“IS INTERNATIONAL STUDIES”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC) is a highly selective four-year liberal arts college.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Life Science and Biotechnology · 4 years Source (2)“LSBT LIFE SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC) is a highly selective four-year liberal arts college.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Nano Science and Engineering · 4 years Source (2)“NSE NANO SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC) is a highly selective four-year liberal arts college.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Political Science and International Relations · 4 years Source (2)“PSIR POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC) is a highly selective four-year liberal arts college.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| English test policy | not yet determined | English proficiency test required for non-native speakers Source (2)“Required to submit documents proving English proficiency or equivalents”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“TOEFL PBT/CBT/iBT; IELTS; CEFR English Certification; IB DP English A: Language and Literature or English A: Literature; AP English Language and Composition; AP English Literature and Composition (No minimum scores)”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| IELTS minimum | not yet determined | no minimum Source (1)“TOEFL PBT/CBT/iBT; IELTS; CEFR English Certification; IB DP English A: Language and Literature or English A: Literature; AP English Language and Composition; AP English Literature and Composition (No minimum scores)”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| TOEFL iBT minimum (1–6 scale) | not yet determined | no minimum Source (1)“TOEFL PBT/CBT/iBT; IELTS; CEFR English Certification; IB DP English A: Language and Literature or English A: Literature; AP English Language and Composition; AP English Literature and Composition (No minimum scores)”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Interview | not yet determined | Required Source (1)“Interview (100 points) | Applicants will be interviewed by the Admissions Committee and will be graded on a 100-point scale.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Source (2)“Certificate of Language proficiency”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Applicants must submit documents to verify Korean or English proficiency”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Passport copy: Required Source (2)“A Copy of the applicant's and his/her parents' passports”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Documents verifying foreign nationality of applicant and his/her parents”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (2)“Personal Statement Essential”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“1. Required documents”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Optional Source (2)“Supplementary Documents Optional”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Middle school transcripts, awards, reports of standardized test scores, proof of foreign language proficiency, certificates/licenses, school profile etc.”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (2)“Official Transcripts of All Attended High School”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Admitted students who are expected to graduate are required to submit a Certificate of High School Graduation and official transcripts, including the final semester grades, to the Yonsei University Office of Admissions by mail.”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | English proficiency test: Required Source (2)“English proficiency test scores or equivalents.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Applicants must submit one of the following as proof of English proficiency: an official score report for a recognized English proficiency test listed below”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Interview: Required Source (1)“Interview (100 points) | Applicants will be interviewed by the Admissions Committee and will be graded on a 100-point scale.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Passport copy: Required Source (1)“One copy of the applicant's and his/her parents' passports or ID cards”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Recommended Source (1)“Submitting official test scores from high school graduation exam or university entrance exam (SAT, ACT, GCE-A Level, IB, AP, etc.) is not mandatory. However, it is strongly recommended as the test score(s) can verify your academic performance.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (1)“[Apostille/Korean Consulate Authentication] Official transcripts from all high schools attended”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | KRW 200,000 one-time (≈ US$150) (2027 figure) Source (2)“All Majors & departments (Except for the colleges listed below) 200,000 KRW College of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy 230,000 KRW”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Key Changes for the 2027 Academic Year”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | KRW 150,000 one-time (≈ US$112) (reference) Source (1)“[Option 1] Application Fee: KRW 150,000 (about USD 150)”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Tuition | College of Engineering: KRW 6,218,000 per term (≈ US$4,700) (2026 figure) Source (2)“2026 Undergraduate Tuition Fee for International Students”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“College of Engineering 1 6,218,000 2-8 6,004,000”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12College of Liberal Arts / College of Theology / College of Social Sciences: KRW 4,770,000 per term (≈ US$3,600) (2026 figure) Source (2)“2026 Undergraduate Tuition Fee for International Students”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“College of Liberal Arts / College of Theology / 1 4,770,000 College of Social Sciences 2-8 4,556,000”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Global Basic Education Division (Global Leaders College): KRW 7,388,000 per term (≈ US$5,500) (2026 figure) Source (3)“2026 Undergraduate Tuition Fee for International Students”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Global Leaders College 1 7,388,000 (Global Leadership Division, Global Basic Education Division) 2-8 7,174,000”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International freshmen entering Yonsei University will study at the Global Basic Education Division affiliated with Global Leaders College(GLC) for 1 year”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | Underwood International College: KRW 8,416,000 per term (≈ US$6,300) (2026 figure) Source (2)“2026 Undergraduate Tuition Fee for International Students”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College 1 8,416,000 2-8 8,202,000”www.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application deadlines | not yet determined | Sep 22 (Round 1, March intake) Source (1)“Online Application | 10AM on Aug. 26, 2026 - 5PM on Sept. 22, 2026 | March, 2027 | Online Application Deadline | 5PM on Sept. 22, 2026 | March, 2027”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarshipsSources (2)“Qualification: Newly-admitted international students to UIC Types: full tuition for 4 years”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International students applying for UIC will be automatically considered as scholarship candidates.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| English proficiency | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (2)“All instruction is conducted in English and the college is open to students of all nationalities.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Underwood International College (UIC): Language of Instruction: All courses are conducted in English.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Scholarships for first-year students
UIC Admissions Scholarship
Full tuition
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: Full tuition
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 4 years
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (3)
“Qualification: Newly-admitted international students to UIC Types: full tuition for 4 years”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International students applying for UIC will be automatically considered as scholarship candidates. Scholarship recipients are to be selected from admitted applicants according to their academic credentials.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Scholarship recipients are required to maintain a certain level of GPA each semester to stay eligible for the scholarship in the following semester.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12GLD Freshman Scholarship (Outstanding Freshman Scholarship)
Amount not published
- Who can receive it: International students only
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (3)
“GLD Freshman Scholarship (Outstanding Freshman Scholarship)”glc.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Scholarship for the outstanding international students selected based on the high school academic performance.”glc.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“No application process”glc.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | March, September Source (1)“International students can matriculate either in March or in September.”uic.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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)
Full cost of attendance
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: Full cost of attendance
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (9)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Airfare, Korean language training fees, tuition, and monthly allowances”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Monthly Allowance: All-inclusive subsidy of living expenses, accommodation, health insurance, Korean proficiency grants, TOPIK application fee, settlement allowance, and degree completion grants”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Monthly Allowance — Korean language program: 13,560,000 KRW per year. Degree program: 14,400,000 KRW per year.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Nationality: Applicants and both of their parents must hold non-Korean citizenship”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Online application through the Study in Korea website (www.studyinkorea.go.kr)”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Apply according to each university's own submission method (e.g., in person, by mail, etc.)”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Application Period: September 15, 2026 (Tue.), 11:00 – September 30, 2026 (Wed.), 18:00”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's)
Government of South Korea (National Institute for International Education, NIIED)
Amount not published
- Who can receive it: Students from Japan
- Number of awards: 20
Sources (4)
“Selection and Support for Bachelor's and Associate Degree Scholarship Students”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Japanese nationals under 25 years of age who have graduated from high school”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Tuition Fees, Language Training Expenses, Academic Allowance, Round-trip Airfare”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Up to 20 students annually”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Deadlines (2027 entry)
| Application — March intake | Sep 17Source (2)“Online Application 2026. 9. 1.(Tue) 10:00 ~ 9. 17.(Thu) 17:00”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Expected graduates must graduate by February 2027.”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Proof of funds for the student visa | KRW 22,000,000 total (≈ US$16,500) (2027 figure) Funds you must document for the first year to receive the student visa (needed for the student visa). |
Sources (3)
“[Degree Program Freshmen] KRW 22,000,000 or more”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Certificate of Admission (COA, 표준입학허가서 in Korean) is a compulsory document for D-2 (student) visa application.”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Successful applicants must complete tuition payment in January 2027.”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Required Source (2)“All matriculated students for Academic Year 2027 must complete their first and second semesters (freshmen year) at the International Campus in Incheon as part of the Residential College Program.”www2.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Since 2014, all Yonsei undergraduate freshmen, including international students, are under the RC(Residential College) program. Therefore, all freshmen, except for certain majors due to facilities (music, physical education), must apply to the Songdo Dormitories for their first year.”gosc.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Housing available during breaks | Yes Source (1)“국제캠퍼스 송도학사 (제 1, 2기숙사) 지원자격 : 예체능 계열을 제외한 신입생 전원, 국제캠퍼스 소속 학생 수용인원 : 5,300명 선발기간 : 매년 2월~8월 사이 거주기간 : 한학기 선발공고 및 발표 : 연세대학교 홈페이지 특징 : 방학 중에도 신청에 의해 머물 수 있음”admission.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Source (2)“In the accelerated degree program students will work to complete both a bachelor and master's degree.”research.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Article 21.2 (GSIS BACHELOR & MASTER'S ACCELERATED DEGREE PROGRAM)”research.yonsei.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Location
| City / state | Seoul |
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| Nearest major airport | Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), about 13 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q39988 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).