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Don't know which university to pick? SNU invites new students to bachelor and master programs. Read more about the admission process.
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Seoul National University (SNU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Seoul, South Korea. As a part of Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), SNU is actively building the academic environment in South Korea.
QS International Ranking of best universities placed the institution among the top-30 in the world. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-60.
SNU does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor and master programs.
| Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
|---|---|
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 26 |
| Natural Sciences | 26 |
| Engineering & Technology | 27 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 34 |
| Arts & Humanities | 40 |
| Accounting & Finance | 42 |

The academic calendar at SNU is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. The tuition fee at SNU for foreign students varies depending on the program and starts from 1,710 USD per year. The university provides tuition assistance to some students through financial aid programs. They are available to both locals and foreigners. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.

Admission to a bachelor's program is based on the results of entrance exams, but GPA also plays an important role. Your score must not be lower than 2. Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 80. The IELTS score is not lower than 5.5.
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. It is impossible to enter SNU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 5.5. TOEFL — 79 or higher.
The campus of SNU is located in Seoul. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. The university students have access to the library. It is an integral part of learning. Students come here for educational literature or to do their homework. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at SNU. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.

In order to stay in South Korea for another 6 months after graduation, you can apply for a job seeker visa. Graduates of SNU are in demand in the labor market, as the reputation of the educational institution among employers is quite high according to the results of the QS world ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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