Seoul National University
Seoul
Seoul National University is a national research university in Seoul, South Korea, established in 1946. It offers undergraduate, master's, doctoral and professional programs across fields including engineering, the natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, business and medicine. Most courses are taught in Korean with a selection of English-taught courses, and international applicants must demonstrate Korean (TOPIK) or English (TOEFL/IELTS) proficiency; verify current requirements on the official website before applying.
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Location
Seoul
Established
1946
Degree levels
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Professional
Instruction
Local language
Rankings
Rankings are published annually by their respective organisations and change every year. Confirm the current-year position on the official ranking website before relying on it.
How to apply
Direct via university (SNU online application system)
Region
East & Southeast Asia →Admission tests
Popular fields of study
Source: Seoul National University official website. Details here are for guidance only — tuition, deadlines, rankings and eligibility change every academic year, so confirm on the official university site before applying.
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