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Yonsei University

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world rank  730

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Overview

Established in 1957, the Yonsei University is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, Yonsei University is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational South Korean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Yonsei University 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. This 67-year-old South Korean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Yonsei University 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

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

University Identity

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

Address 134 Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu
Seoul
120-749 Seoul
South Korea
Yonsei University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Yonsei University Phone Number +82 (2) 2123 2114
Yonsei University Fax Number +82 (2) 392 0618

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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 Yonsei 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 Yonsei University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 Yonsei 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 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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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 Yonsei University's admission information.

Yonsei University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Yonsei University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Yonsei University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Yonsei University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Yonsei University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

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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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 Yonsei University.

Yonsei University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Yonsei University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Yonsei University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


Yonsei University's Control Type Control Type

Yonsei University is a private higher education institution.


Yonsei University's Entity Type Entity Type

Yonsei University is a for-profit higher education institution.


Yonsei University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Yonsei University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Yonsei University is Christian-Protestant Religious Affiliation

Yonsei University has a Christian-Protestant 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 Yonsei University's main facilities:


Yonsei University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Yonsei University's Library


Yonsei University's Housing University Housing

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


Yonsei 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 Yonsei University's main services:


Yonsei 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.

Yonsei University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

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


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.


Yonsei University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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


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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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


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)

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

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Yonsei University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Yonsei University's Facebook page Yonsei University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

Yonsei University's YouTube channel Yonsei University's official YouTube channel

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Yonsei University's Instagram page Yonsei University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Yonsei University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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