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The Catholic University of Korea

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Overview

The Catholic University of Korea (가톨릭대학교) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large metropolis of Seoul, Korea. Established in 1855, The Catholic University of Korea (CUK) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea. CUK provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's 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 171-year-old South Korean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. CUK also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, and administrative services.

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Control

The Catholic University of Korea's Control Typeprivate

Entity

The Catholic University of Korea's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The Catholic University of Korea' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

The Catholic University of Korea's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 가톨릭대학교
Acronym CUK
Founded 1855
Motto Truth, Love, Service
Colours Blue
Mascot Dove

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Location

Address 505 Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu
Seoul
137-701 Seoul
Korea
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The Catholic University of Korea Phone Number (2) 2164 4114
The Catholic University of Korea Fax Number (2) 2164 4111
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The Catholic University of Korea 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 The Catholic University of Korea'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 The Catholic University of Korea 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

The Catholic University of Korea Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

The Catholic University of Korea Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

The Catholic University of Korea Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of The Catholic University of Korea 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 The Catholic University of Korea.



The Catholic University of Korea: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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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 The Catholic University of Korea Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official The Catholic University of Korea website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

The Catholic University of Korea Admission Info


The Catholic University of Korea's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

The Catholic University of Korea is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


The Catholic University of Korea's Admission Selection Admission Selection

The Catholic University of Korea has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The Catholic University of Korea '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


The Catholic University of Korea's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
The Catholic University of Korea has more than 300 international students.


The Catholic University of Korea'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 The Catholic University of Korea's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

The Catholic University of Korea Size and Profile


The Catholic University of Korea's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The Catholic University of Korea has a student enrollment ranging from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


The Catholic University of Korea's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

The Catholic University of Korea's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


The Catholic University of Korea's Control Type Control Type

The Catholic University of Korea 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.


The Catholic University of Korea's Entity Type Entity Type

The Catholic University of Korea 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.


The Catholic University of Korea's Campus Setting Campus Setting

The Catholic University of Korea's main campus setting is not reported.


The Catholic University of Korea's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

The Catholic University of Korea 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.


The Catholic University of Korea's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


The Catholic University of Korea is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

The Catholic University of Korea Facilities


The Catholic University of Korea's Library University Library

Yes Visit The Catholic University of Korea's Library


The Catholic University of Korea's Housing University Housing

Yes


The Catholic University of Korea's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


The Catholic University of Korea's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

The Catholic University of Korea Services


The Catholic University of Korea's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


The Catholic University of Korea's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


The Catholic University of Korea's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


The Catholic University of Korea's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


The Catholic University of Korea's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

The Catholic University of Korea Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

The Catholic University of Korea Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The Catholic University of Korea'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)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Catholic University of Korea public or private?

The Catholic University of Korea 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 The Catholic University of Korea profit or non-profit?

The Catholic University of Korea 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 The Catholic University of Korea in terms of enrollment?

The Catholic University of Korea has a student enrollment ranging from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of The Catholic University of Korea in terms of academic staff?

The Catholic University of Korea's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is The Catholic University of Korea a coeducational institution?

The Catholic University of Korea is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does The Catholic University of Korea use?

The Catholic University of Korea 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 The Catholic University of Korea affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does The Catholic University of Korea admit international students?

Yes. The Catholic University of Korea has more than 300 international students.

What is The Catholic University of Korea's acceptance rate and admission policy?

The Catholic University of Korea '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 The Catholic University of Korea CUK?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is The Catholic University of Korea CUK located?

The Catholic University of Korea is located in Seoul, Seoul, Korea. Address: 505 Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu.

Is The Catholic University of Korea CUK accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does The Catholic University of Korea offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Korea offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Korea have a university library?

Yes

Does The Catholic University of Korea provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does The Catholic University of Korea have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Korea offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Korea offer career services?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Korea offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Korea have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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