All Levels
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Full tuition + living allowance + airfare
Sejong University
Seoul, South Korea
"A private university in Seoul known for hospitality and AI"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#398 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
About Sejong University
Sejong University began in 1940 as the Kyung Sung Humanities Institute and took its present name in 1978 in honour of King Sejong the Great. It is a private university in northeastern Seoul known for hospitality and tourism, animation, computer science and AI. It ranks #=398 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, 12th in Korea.
Rankings & Recognition
#398
Ranked #=398 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=392 in QS 2026) and in the 251-300 band of THE 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Sejong University'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
1940
Founded
14,856
Total Students
3,872
International Students
1,020
Faculty Staff
14%
International Staff
Popular Programs
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Animation
Computer Science and AI
Physical Education
Global Contemporary Music
International Studies
Application Details
Application Route
Online via Sejong admissions
Application Fee
approx. KRW 170,000
Intakes
Spring and Fall
IELTS (approx.)
6.0
TOEFL iBT (approx.)
80
Bank Balance
approx. USD 20,000
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS (approx.)
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6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT (approx.)
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80 |
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
approx. KRW 170,000
Avg Scholarship
GKS full scholarship
Career Outcomes
2%
Placement Ratio
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty Staff — 1,020
International Staff — 14%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Sejong University's campus is in northeastern Seoul, in the Kundae area.
Campus Details
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campus in Seoul
1020
staff
3872
international students
Campus Forecast
Four distinct seasons
Cold dry winters
Hot humid summers with monsoon rain
Mild spring and autumn
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus residence halls for local and international students
Dining
Campus cafeterias and nearby restaurants
Health & Wellness
National Health Insurance covers students
Campus health centre
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
14,856
International Students
3,872
Undergraduate
77%
Postgraduate
23%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (approx.)
KRW 13-18 million / year
Accommodation (QS est.)
approx. USD 5,080 / year
Food (QS est.)
approx. USD 5,780 / year
Transport (QS est.)
approx. USD 530 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Sejong admits international students in March and September. Check the Sejong international admissions site for exact 2027 dates.
Scholarships at Sejong University
2 scholarships available
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. English or Korean proficiency as set by each programme.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's for Master's, master's for PhD. Language rules are set by each programme.
English Proficiency
IELTS (approx.)
TOEFL iBT (approx.)
Required 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 Sejong international admissions site.
2
Apply online
Register on the Sejong 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
Sejong University's campus is in northeastern Seoul, in the Kundae area.
Bachelor's
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Sejong University
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Bachelor's
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Sejong University
📍 Seoul
Bachelor's
Animation
Sejong University
📍 Seoul
Bachelor's
Computer Science and AI
Sejong University
📍 Seoul
Bachelor's
Physical Education
Sejong University
📍 Seoul
Bachelor's
Global Contemporary Music
Sejong University
📍 Seoul
Bachelor's
International Studies
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