All Levels
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Full tuition + living allowance + airfare
Yonsei University
Seoul, South Korea
"Korea's oldest private university, in Seoul"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#42 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
About Yonsei University
Yonsei University was founded in 1885 by Christian missionaries and is the oldest private university in Korea. It has 23 colleges and 19 graduate schools, with campuses in Sinchon (Seoul), Songdo (Incheon) and Mirae (Wonju). Underwood International College (UIC) teaches all programmes in English. Yonsei has 6,384 international students, 360 international faculty and 845 global partner universities. About 300,000 alumni work around the world.
Rankings & Recognition
#42
Ranked #42 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#50 in QS 2026) and #76 in THE 2024. First among private universities in Asia in QS 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
Private research university
Underwood International College (English-taught)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Yonsei University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
91.60#64
Employer Reputation
97.80#34
Faculty Student Ratio
84.30#142
Citations per Faculty
67.90#231
International Faculty Ratio
30.50#582
International Student Ratio
74.30#74
International Student Diversity
76.70#258
International Research Network
78.00#227
Employment Outcomes
94.40#382
Sustainability
87.70#78
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Key Facts
1885
Founded
6,384
International Students
360
International Faculty
845
Global Partners
23
Colleges
19
Graduate Schools
Popular Programs
Underwood International College (UIC)
Business Administration
Economics
Liberal Arts
International Studies (GSIS)
Global Leaders College
Application Details
Application Route
Online via Yonsei portals
EIC Application Fee
KRW 100,000
UIC Spring 2027 Window
11 - 12 Aug 2026
Exchange Application (Spring)
1 Sep - 31 Oct
Exchange Application (Fall)
1 Mar - 30 Apr
Intakes
Spring and Fall
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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TOPIK (2027 UG guide)
|
Level 5 |
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TOPIK (Korean programmes)
|
Level 4 (typical) |
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TOEFL iBT (Exchange)
|
79 |
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IELTS (Exchange)
|
6.5 |
|
TOPIK (Exchange)
|
Level 4 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
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
KRW 100,000 (EIC)
Avg Scholarship
GKS full scholarship
Career Outcomes
94%
Placement Ratio
Up to 2 years (D-10 visa)
Post-Study Work
Part-time allowed (with permission)
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
International Faculty — 360
Academic Staff — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Han Kang (Nobel Prize in Literature 2024)
Bong Joon-ho (film director)
Campus & Location
Yonsei's main Sinchon campus is at 50 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. It also has the Songdo International Campus in Incheon and the Mirae Campus in Wonju.
Campus Details
3
campuses in Seoul and Incheon and Wonju
6384
international students
Campus Forecast
Four seasons
Cold dry winters
Hot humid summers
Jan avg about -2 C
Aug avg about 26 C
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Dormitories
International House
Dining
Campus cafeterias
Health & Wellness
National Health Insurance (mandatory)
Campus health centre
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Residential college programmes
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
International Students
6,384
International Faculty
360
Global Partners
845
Cost Deep-Dive
Health Insurance
approx. USD 50-60 / month
EIC Application Fee
KRW 100,000
Intakes & Deadlines
Yonsei runs two admission cycles a year, Spring (March) and Fall (September). The UIC Spring 2027 undergraduate window was 11 and 12 Aug 2026. Exchange applications run 1 Sep to 31 Oct for spring and 1 Mar to 30 Apr for fall. Check the Yonsei admissions site for degree programme dates.
Scholarships at Yonsei University
3 scholarships available
All Levels
Yonsei Outstanding International Student Scholarship (I)
Full entrance and tuition fee
All Levels
Yonsei Outstanding International Student Scholarship (II)
50% of entrance and tuition fee
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. TOPIK Level 5 for Korean-taught UG (2027 guide); UIC needs TOEFL / IELTS.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's for Master's, master's for PhD. TOPIK for Korean tracks; TOEFL / IELTS for English tracks.
English Proficiency
TOPIK (2027 UG guide)
TOPIK (Korean programmes)
Level 4 (typical)TOEFL iBT (Exchange)
IELTS (Exchange)
TOPIK (Exchange)
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 Yonsei admissions site.
2
Apply online
Register on the Yonsei 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
Yonsei's main Sinchon campus is at 50 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. It also has the Songdo International Campus in Incheon and the Mirae Campus in Wonju.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Business Administration
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Bachelor's
Economics
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Bachelor's
Liberal Arts
Master's
1
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📍 Seoul
Master's
International Studies (GSIS)
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