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Kookmin University

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Overview

Kookmin University (국민대학교) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul, Korea. Founded in 1946, Kookmin University (KMU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea. KMU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 80-year-old South Korean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. KMU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Kookmin University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Kookmin University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Kookmin University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Kookmin University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 국민대학교
Acronym KMU
Founded 1946
Motto C3 (Change, Chance, Challenge)
Colours Blue
Mascot Two Dragons

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Location

Address 861-1 Jeongneung-dong, Sungbuk-gu
Seoul
02707 Seoul
Korea
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Kookmin University Phone Number (2) 910 4114
Kookmin University Fax Number (2) 919 2100
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kookmin University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Korea

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1946


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kookmin University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Korean Council for University Education (KCUE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Kookmin University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Kookmin University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Kookmin University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Kookmin University's academic range and degree level offering.



Kookmin University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Kookmin University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Kookmin University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Kookmin University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Kookmin University.



Kookmin University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Kookmin University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Kookmin University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Kookmin University Admission Info


Kookmin University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Kookmin University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Kookmin University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Kookmin University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Kookmin University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Kookmin University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Kookmin University has more than 1800 international students.


Kookmin University's Admission Office Admission Office

861-1 Jeongneung-dong, Sungbuk-gu
Seoul 02707
2-910-5834
2-910-5834

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Kookmin University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Kookmin University Size and Profile


Kookmin University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Kookmin University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Kookmin University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Kookmin University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Kookmin University's Control Type Control Type

Kookmin University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Kookmin University's Entity Type Entity Type

Kookmin University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Kookmin University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Kookmin University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Kookmin University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Kookmin University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Kookmin University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Kookmin University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Kookmin University Facilities


Kookmin University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Kookmin University's Library


Kookmin University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Kookmin University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Kookmin University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Kookmin University Services


Kookmin University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Kookmin University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Kookmin University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Kookmin University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Kookmin University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Kookmin University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Kookmin University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Kookmin University
  • College of Design
  • College of Creative Engineering
  • College of Automotive Engineering
  • College of Computer Science
  • College of Business Administration

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Memberships and Affiliations

Kookmin University Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kookmin University public or private?

Kookmin University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Kookmin University profit or non-profit?

Kookmin University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Kookmin University in terms of enrollment?

Kookmin University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Kookmin University in terms of academic staff?

Kookmin University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Kookmin University a coeducational institution?

Kookmin University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Kookmin University use?

Kookmin University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Kookmin University affiliated with?

None.

Does Kookmin University admit international students?

Yes. Kookmin University has more than 1800 international students.

What is Kookmin University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Kookmin University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Kookmin University KMU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). International students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Kookmin University KMU located?

Kookmin University is located in Seoul, Seoul, Korea. Address: 861-1 Jeongneung-dong, Sungbuk-gu.

Is Kookmin University KMU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Kookmin University is accredited by Ministry of Education of Korea (since 1946).

Does Kookmin University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Kookmin University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Kookmin University have a university library?

Yes

Does Kookmin University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Kookmin University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Kookmin University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Kookmin University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Kookmin University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Kookmin University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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