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Yonsei University

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Overview

Yonsei University (연세대학교) is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul, Korea. Founded in 1957, Yonsei University is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea. This institution 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 69-year-old South Korean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. Yonsei University 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.

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Control

Yonsei University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Yonsei University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Yonsei University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Yonsei University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 연세대학교
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Founded 1957 Origins date back to 1885
Motto The Truth Shall Make You Free. (John 8:32)
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Location

Address 134 Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu
Seoul
120-749 Seoul
Korea
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Yonsei University Phone Number (2) 2123 2114
Yonsei University Fax Number (2) 392 0618
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Yonsei 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 Yonsei 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 Yonsei 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

Yonsei University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Yonsei 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 Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Yonsei University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Yonsei University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Yonsei 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 Yonsei University.



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

Admissions

Yonsei University Admission Info


Yonsei University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Yonsei University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Yonsei University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Yonsei 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


Yonsei University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Yonsei University has more than 3300 international students.


Yonsei University's Admission Office Admission Office

134 Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu
Seoul 120-749



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

Size and Profile

Yonsei University Size and Profile


Yonsei University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


Yonsei University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


Yonsei University's Control Type Control Type

Yonsei 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.


Yonsei University's Entity Type Entity Type

Yonsei University is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.


Yonsei University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Yonsei University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Yonsei 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.


Yonsei University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Yonsei University is Christian-Protestant Religious Affiliation

Christian-Protestant.



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Facilities and Services

Yonsei University Facilities


Yonsei University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Yonsei University's Library


Yonsei University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Yonsei University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Yonsei University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Yonsei University Services


Yonsei University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Yonsei University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Yonsei University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Yonsei University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Yonsei University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Yonsei University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Yonsei University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yonsei University public or private?

Yonsei 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 Yonsei University profit or non-profit?

Yonsei University is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.

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

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

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

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

Is Yonsei University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Yonsei University use?

Yonsei 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 Yonsei University affiliated with?

Christian-Protestant.

Does Yonsei University admit international students?

Yes. Yonsei University has more than 3300 international students.

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

Yonsei University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Yonsei 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 Yonsei University located?

Yonsei University is located in Seoul, Seoul, Korea. Address: 134 Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu.

Is Yonsei University accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does Yonsei University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Yonsei University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Yonsei University have a university library?

Yes

Does Yonsei University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Yonsei University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Yonsei University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Yonsei University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Yonsei University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Yonsei University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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