Korea University

Korea University, founded in 1905, is widely acknowledged as one of the top-ranked ‘Ivy League’ universities in Korea. Its reputation for quality is based on excellence in teaching, research and service to Korean society. Based in Seoul, South Korea, the campus covers over 182 acres and has 37,000 students from all over the world. It is one of the most beautiful campuses in Korea. It has 81 departments in 18 colleges and divisions.  

Available exchanges

Korea University hosts the University-wide exchange.

Academic restrictions

Korea University is not a suitable exchange destination for students studying the following subject areas:

  • Cybersecurity
  • Economics
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Physics

Courses at Sejong Campus are not open to exchange students.

There is high demand for courses from: The Business School, Media & Communications, International Studies, Psychology (courses that start with BUSS, JMCO, DISS, PSYC). Students need to be very flexible in these subject areas.  

Your responsibilities 

  • The information provided here serves as a guide.
  • It is your responsibility to research whether the partner provides appropriate courses for your degree programme.
  • Even if there are no restrictions on your degree subject, this does not mean that there are appropriate courses for you.

Explore the current course catalogue and syllabi. 

Undergraduates may refer to the course list under “Major Subject” and “General Subject.”.  Courses conducted in English will be indicated in brackets (e.g. Marketing Management (English)).  Courses marked under the ‘X’ tab are open to exchange students. 

Please bear in mind that courses are subject to change every semester and it cannot be guaranteed that all the courses currently listed online will be available when you go abroad. 

Students are responsible for making a backup plan for their course registration. There may not be an up-to-date course catalogue available at this exchange destination. Please use the information available to understand what you can study while on exchange. 


Guaranteed accommodation? 

No

University accommodation 

Exchange students are eligible to apply for on-campus housing at CJ International House.  However, on-campus housing is not guaranteed, so please be prudent before applying if your major concern in choosing a study abroad destination with on-campus accommodation. Do be aware that many rooms are shared bedrooms.

Students assigned on-campus accommodation are required to take a tuberculosis test before arrival, issued in English and Korean. These tests are not generally provided by the NHS, so you will have to pay for a private test. 

Private accommodation  

For those who are not assigned on-campus accommodation, the Global Services Center will provide information and assistance in finding off-campus residence nearby the campus.  

There are quite a few private student accommodations called ‘Gositel’ around the campus. These accommodations consist of a small, self-contained furnished room with a shared kitchen and laundry. These accommodations vary widely in terms of room size, rate, meals, cleaning, and laundry services.     You may also wish to consider a homestay. This is where students are put in touch with families willing to host students. Korea University will be able to provide more information on this option after you have been accepted to their programme.    


How much will it cost to go on exchange to Korea University? 

 

Immigration requirements

You should expect to pay a processing fee to obtain your study visa for Korea.  Visa requirements can vary depending on your nationality. 

Health Insurance  

Health Insurance must cover the entire study abroad period. Students will be automatically registered for the NHI (National Health Insurance in Korea) when they create an alien registration card at the immigration office after their arrival in Korea. However, all international students to Korea University are required to have additional private health insurance in place during their stay.

You will be required to submit a Health Certificate as part of the application process at Korea University, which must be completed by a physician.  You should expect to pay for completion of this certificate privately, as it is not generally covered under NHS services. 


Korea University has provided information on its academic calendar.


 


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