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Overview

Seoul National University (서울대학교) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul, Korea. This institution also has a branch campus in Suwon. Founded in 1946, Seoul National University (SNU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea. SNU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 80-year-old South Korean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 10-19%. It is considered an extremely selective. International students are welcome to apply. SNU also provides students with 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.

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Control

Seoul National University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Seoul National University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Seoul National University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Seoul National University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 서울대학교
Acronym SNU
Founded 1946
Motto Veritas Lux Mea
The Truth is My Light
Colours Blue
Mascot Zelkova Tree

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Location

Address 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu
Seoul
151-742 Seoul
Korea
Seoul National University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Seoul National University Phone Number (2) 880 4447
Seoul National University Fax Number (2) 880 4449
Other locations Suwon

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Seoul National 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 Seoul National University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Korean Council for University Education (KCUE)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)


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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 Seoul National 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

Seoul National University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Seoul National 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 Seoul National University's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

Seoul National University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Seoul National University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Seoul National 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 Seoul National University.



Seoul National University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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 Seoul National University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Seoul National University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Seoul National University Admission Info


Seoul National University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Seoul National University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Seoul National University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Seoul National University's acceptance rate ranges from 10 to 19%, making it an extremely 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


Seoul National University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Seoul National University has more than 2600 international students.


Seoul National University's Admission Office Admission Office

Building 150, 599 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu
Seoul
(2) 880 6977


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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 Seoul National University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Seoul National University Size and Profile


Seoul National University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Seoul National UniversityThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Seoul National University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Seoul National University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Seoul National University's Control Type Control Type

Seoul National University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Seoul National University's Entity Type Entity Type

Seoul National 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.


Seoul National University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Seoul National University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Seoul National 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.


Seoul National University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Seoul National University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Seoul National University Facilities


Seoul National University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Seoul National University's Library


Seoul National University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Seoul National University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Seoul National University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Seoul National University Services


Seoul National University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Seoul National University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Seoul National University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Seoul National University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Seoul National University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Seoul National University Organisational Structure

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

Seoul National University
  • College of Humanities
  • College of Social Sciences
  • College of Natural Sciences
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Business Administration
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Agriculture and Life Science
  • College of Fine Arts
  • College of Law
  • College of Education
  • College of Human Ecology
  • College of Music
  • College of Medicine
  • College of Pharmacy
  • College of Veterinary Medicine
  • College of Liberal Studies
  • Graduate School of Public Health
  • Graduate School of Public Administration
  • Graduate School of Environmental Studies
  • Graduate School of International Studies
  • School of Dentistry
  • Graduate School of Business
  • Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology
  • School of Law

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Memberships and Affiliations

Seoul National University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Seoul National University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU)


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Social Media

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seoul National University public or private?

Seoul National University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Seoul National University profit or non-profit?

Seoul National 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 Seoul National University in terms of enrollment?

Seoul National UniversityThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Seoul National University in terms of academic staff?

Seoul National University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is Seoul National University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Seoul National University use?

Seoul National 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 Seoul National University affiliated with?

None.

Does Seoul National University admit international students?

Yes. Seoul National University has more than 2600 international students.

What is Seoul National University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Seoul National University's acceptance rate ranges from 10 to 19%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Seoul National University SNU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Seoul National University SNU located?

Seoul National University is located in Seoul, Seoul, Korea. Address: 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu.

Is Seoul National University SNU accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does Seoul National University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Seoul National University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Seoul National University have a university library?

Yes

Does Seoul National University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Seoul National University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Seoul National University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Seoul National University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Seoul National University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Seoul National University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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