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Sogang University

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Overview

Sogang University (서강대학교) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul, Korea. Established in 1960, Sogang University is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea. This institution provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 66-year-old South Korean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. Sogang University also provides 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

Sogang University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Sogang University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Sogang University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Sogang University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
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Name (Non Latin) 서강대학교
Acronym
Founded 1960
Motto Be proud of Sogang, as Sogang is proud of you
Colours Cardinal red
Mascot Albatross

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Location

Address 1 Sinsu-dong, Mapo-gu
Seoul
121-742 Seoul
Korea
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Sogang University Phone Number (2) 705 8827
Sogang University Fax Number (2) 701 8112
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Sogang 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 Sogang 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

Sogang University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Sogang 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

Sogang University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Sogang University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Sogang 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 Sogang University.



Sogang University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 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 Sogang University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Sogang University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Sogang University Admission Info


Sogang University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Sogang University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Sogang University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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


Sogang University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Sogang University has more than 1400 international students.


Sogang University's Admission Office Admission Office






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

Size and Profile

Sogang University Size and Profile


Sogang University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Sogang University has a student enrollment ranging from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Sogang University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Sogang University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Sogang University's Control Type Control Type

Sogang 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.


Sogang University's Entity Type Entity Type

Sogang 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.


Sogang University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Sogang University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Sogang 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.


Sogang University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Sogang University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic. Jesuit - www.jesuit.org



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Facilities and Services

Sogang University Facilities


Sogang University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Sogang University's Library


Sogang University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Sogang University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Sogang University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Sogang University Services


Sogang University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Sogang University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Sogang University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Sogang University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Sogang University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Sogang University Organisational Structure

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

Sogang University
  • School of Humanities
  • School of Social Sciences
  • School of Natural Sciences
  • School of Engineering School of Economics
  • School of Business Administration
  • School of Communications

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Memberships and Affiliations

Sogang University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sogang University public or private?

Sogang 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 Sogang University profit or non-profit?

Sogang 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 Sogang University in terms of enrollment?

Sogang University has a student enrollment ranging from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

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

Sogang University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is Sogang University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Sogang University use?

Sogang 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 Sogang University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic. Jesuit - www.jesuit.org

Does Sogang University admit international students?

Yes. Sogang University has more than 1400 international students.

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

Sogang University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Sogang University ?

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 Sogang University located?

Sogang University is located in Seoul, Seoul, Korea. Address: 1 Sinsu-dong, Mapo-gu.

Is Sogang University accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does Sogang University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Sogang University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Sogang University have a university library?

Yes

Does Sogang University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Sogang University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Sogang University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Sogang University offer career services?

Yes

Does Sogang University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Sogang University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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