All Levels
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Full tuition + living allowance + airfare
Pohang University of Science And Technology
Pohang, South Korea
"A research-focused science and engineering university in Pohang"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#106 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
About Pohang University of Science And Technology
POSTECH was founded in 1986 by the steel company POSCO and is a private research university for science and engineering in Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province. Its 400-acre campus hosts the Pohang Accelerator Laboratory. POSTECH ranks #106 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and is first in Korea for faculty-student ratio (#31 globally).
Rankings & Recognition
#106
Ranked #106 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#102 in QS 2026) and #=141 in THE 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Pohang University of Science And Technology's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1986
Founded
3,596
Total Students
90
International Students
742
Faculty Staff
13%
International Staff
Popular Programs
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering
Life Science
Convergence IT Engineering
Application Details
Application Route
Online + documents by post
Grad Spring 2027 Deadline
11 Sep 2026
Grad Results
19 Nov 2026
Grad English Test
TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC or TEPS
TOEFL iBT (Exchange)
79
IELTS (Exchange)
6.0
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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TOEFL iBT (Exchange)
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79 |
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IELTS Academic (Exchange)
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6.0 |
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English test (Graduate)
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Required: TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC or TEPS |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
D-2 student visa
Post-Study Work
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
Green Card Pathway
F-2 residency (points-based)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
GKS full scholarship
Career Outcomes
16%
Placement Ratio
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty Staff — 742
International Staff — 13%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
POSTECH has one 400-acre campus in Pohang, a port city in North Gyeongsang Province near the POSCO steel works.
Campus Details
1
campus in Pohang
742
staff
90
international students
Campus Forecast
Coastal climate
Cold dry winters
Hot humid summers
Mild spring and autumn
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dorms incl. international dormitory (DICE)
Dining
Campus cafeterias and nearby restaurants
Health & Wellness
Free campus clinic with nurse
National Health Insurance covers students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
3,596
International Students
90
Undergraduate
38%
Postgraduate
62%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
N/A
Medical Insurance (Exchange)
approx. KRW 100,000 / semester
Intakes & Deadlines
POSTECH admits graduate students for spring and fall. Spring 2027 graduate applications closed on 11 Sep 2026 and results come on 19 Nov 2026. Check the POSTECH admissions site for the next intake.
Scholarships at Pohang University of Science And Technology
3 scholarships available
All Levels
Global Young Leaders Program (GYLP)
Exchange Fully funded 1-year exchange
All Levels
Global POSTECH Exchange Scholarship (GPES)
Exchange Exchange scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma or equivalent. Most undergraduate programmes need strong maths and science results.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's for Master's, master's for PhD or integrated programme. English test score is required.
English Proficiency
TOEFL iBT (Exchange)
IELTS Academic (Exchange)
English test (Graduate)
Required: TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC or TEPSRequired Documents
Passport copy
Application form
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Study plan / personal statement
Recommendation letters
Language certificate (TOPIK / IELTS / TOEFL)
Bank balance certificate
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the POSTECH international admissions site.
2
Apply online
Register on the POSTECH international admissions site and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the application fee if one applies.
4
Review
The university reviews your file; some programmes hold an interview.
5
Admission letter
Receive the admission letter and Certificate of Admission (COA).
6
Visa & arrive
Apply for a D-2 student visa, then register with the university and the immigration office within 90 days of arrival.
Campus & Location
POSTECH has one 400-acre campus in Pohang, a port city in North Gyeongsang Province near the POSCO steel works.
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Mechanical Engineering
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Materials Science and Engineering
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Master's
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Master's
Convergence IT Engineering
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Master's
Advanced Materials Science
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Master's
Technology Innovation and Management
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