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Chonnam National University

country rank  28
world rank  2305

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Overview

Founded in 1909, the Chonnam National University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the metropolis of Gwangju (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Yeosu and Jeonnam. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, Chonnam National University (CNU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational South Korean higher education institution. Chonnam National University (CNU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 115-year-old South Korean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CNU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Chonnam National University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Chonnam National University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Chonnam National University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Chonnam National University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) 전남대학교
Acronym CNU
Founded 1909
Motto Truth, Creative and Service
Colours Green
Mascot Yongbi&Bongbi
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 300 Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu
Gwangju
500-757 Gwangju
South Korea
Chonnam National University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Chonnam National University Phone Number +82 (62) 530 1261
Chonnam National University Fax Number +82 (62) 530 1269
Other locations Yeosu and Jeonnam

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Chonnam National University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Chonnam National University.

Chonnam National University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Chonnam National University's admission information.

Chonnam National University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Chonnam National University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Chonnam National University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Chonnam National University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Chonnam National University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Chonnam National University has more than 1400 international students.

Chonnam National University's Admission Office Admission Office

Office of International Affairs, Chonnam National University, 77 Yongbong-ro, Buk-gu
Gwangju 500-757
(62) 530-1266


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Chonnam National University.

Chonnam National University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Chonnam National University has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


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

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Chonnam National University's Control Type Control Type

Chonnam National University is a public higher education institution.


Chonnam National University's Entity Type Entity Type

Chonnam National University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Chonnam National University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported


Chonnam National University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Chonnam National University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Chonnam National University's main facilities:


Chonnam National University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Chonnam National University's Library


Chonnam National University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


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

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Chonnam National University's main services:


Chonnam National University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Chonnam National University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Chonnam National University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Chonnam National University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Chonnam National University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Chonnam National University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Chonnam National University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Korea

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1951


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Chonnam National University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Korean Council for University Education (KCUE)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Chonnam National University's Facebook page Chonnam National University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Chonnam National University's X (formerly Twitter) page Chonnam National University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Chonnam National University's YouTube channel Chonnam National University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Chonnam National University's Instagram page Chonnam National University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Chonnam National University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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