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International students can apply at Korea University in the spring and fall semesters.

  • The spring semester deadline has been closed in April.
  • The tentative fall semester deadline for UG and PG courses is in the Oct, 2024.

Korea University Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(7 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS, TOEFL
BSN(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS, TOEFL
MBA/PGDM(2 courses)
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 100 & Above
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Q:   What courses are offered at Korea University?
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Korea University offers a range of UG and PG programs in specializations such as Liberal arts, Education, and Engineering. Health science, Business, Media and Communication, Science, and more. The best part about studying at Korea University is the university provides affordable and knowledgeable. The tuition fees ranges between INR 5L and INR 7L for UG and INR 4L and INR 24L for PG.

Q:   Is it hard to get into Korea University?
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The Korea University acceptance rate is only 41%. So out of every 100 applicants who applied, only 41 were given an offer letter. The Korea University selection policy is really competitive and selective. International students with excellent academic history, experience, and research still have the chance to get into Korea University. 

Q:   When to apply for Korea University?
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There are two intakes, Fall and Spring, and international students can apply by meeting all the admission requirements. Look at the table given below for Korea University admission dates - 

Korea University Intakes  

Admission Deadline

Fall

Mar 4 to Mar 17, 2026

Spring 2027

Mar 2026 to Apr 11, 2026

Korea University Admission Deadlines for UG Students

The table given below shows the UG admission deadlines 2026 -

KU Fall 2026 Intake

Deadline

Fall 2026

Apr 1, 2026

Spring 2027

Oct 1, 2026

Q:   How much will it cost to study at Korea University?
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The tuition fees at Korea University ranges between INR 5L and INR 7L for UG and INR 4L and INR 24L for PG. along with the tuition fee, students must pay the insurance and miscellaneous costs during admission. International students can check the below table for the Korea University tuition fees of popular programs:

courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

INR 26 L

MS  (18 months)

INR 4 L

BE / BTech  (4 years)

INR 7 L

B Sc  (4 years)

INR 7 L

BBA  (4 years)

INR 5 L

BSN  (4 years)

INR 7 L

MIM  (1 years)

INR 26 L

BArch  (5 years)

INR 7 L

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Q:   What is the Korea University ranking in the world?
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Korea University is among the top ranked universities worldwide. As per Shiksha Popularity Ranking, Korea University has an overall ranking of #173 in world and #5 in South Korea. Also, Korea University is ranked by top ranking authorities worldwide that are shown below:

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QS World University Rankings 2026

#61

Times Higher Education 2026

#156

US News & World Report 2025

#288 in Best Global Universities

Q:   Is Korea University expensive for students?
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Korea University is not an expensive university for students especially those willing to take Bachelors programs. The tuition fees for the Bachelor programme lie between INR 1.9L and INR 6.6L. Also, the insurance range is INR 2L and miscellaneous expenses are around INR 9K. On the other hand, the master's programme is a little expensive. The tuition fees ranges between INR 1.9L and INR 26L. The insurance and miscellaneous expenses are the same for both bachelor's and master's. If students look at the overall expense, it will lie within INR 30L which is way more affordable than many Korean universities.

Q:   What is the ranking of Korea University programs?
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Korea University is known for offering best academic programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Korea University offers more than 150 degree program for its international students. The university offers quality education through its 21 schools and colleges. Some popular programs at Korea University are Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, and more. According to Shiksha Popularity Rankings, the university has an overall ranking of #187 in world and #5 in South Korea. Moreover, Korea University top programme are ranked by Shiksha Popularity Rankings that are listed below:

Course name

Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025

MS

#5

Physics

#2

Mechanical Engineering

#4

LL.M.

#2

MSN

#3

M.A.

#3

M.Arch

#4

MIM

#4

Engineering

#4

Q:   What are the Chemistry course rankings at Korea University?
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Some of the Chemistry course rankings at Korea University are given as follows:

Year QS World Rankings- Chemistry 
201951-100
202051-100
202164
202264
202377
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Tips: Before joining students should research whether the courses are updated and industry relevant. The faculty at my college is highly knowledgeable supportive and dedicated to student success. They bring real world experience into the classroom encourage innovative thinking and are always approachable for guidance. Their passion for teaching truly enhances the learning environment. Student life in college is vibrant and fulfilling. Variety of clubs, cultural events and sports activities, there is always something exciting happening. The campus atmosphere is friendly and inclusive making it easy to build lasting friendships.
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Answered 2 days ago

Three types of scholarships are offered by Korea University for studies at the Graduate School; Type A, Type B, and Type C. Details of KU scholarships atthe graduate level are given below: 

Scholarship TypeWhat's CoveredScholarship Name
A
  • 100% of the entrance and tuition fee
  •  Living expenses (only for 4 semester)
Global Leader Scholarship
B60% of the tuition feeHumanities and Social Science Scholarship
C65% of the tuition feeNatural Science and Engineering Scholarship

 

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 2 days ago

Yes, Korea University offers full-tuition waivers for international students at the UG level. These scholarships are Anam Global Scholarship, KU STEM scholarship, and KU Global Friends Scholarship. 

  • Anam Global Scholarship: All freshman applicants are considered, and the scholarship covers the full t

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Bhumika Kaur

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Answered 3 days ago

The total number of students at Korea University 39,851. Out of this, 21,000+ students are UG students and 10,000+ are PG students. Out of this, 3818 are international students at Seoul Campus. The university offers a number of courses in English. 

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Gunjan Thapa

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Answered 2 days ago

Indian students should have completed primary and secondary education for admission to UG courses of Korea University. Students who want to take admission to PG courses, the students are required to have completed their school education and a Bachelor's degree. Also, an English language proficiency

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Himanshi Shekhar

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Answered 3 days ago

For PG courses, the annual tuition fee at Korea University can be between INR 4.2 Lacs - INR 26.4 lakh. For UG courses of Korea University, the tution fee is given below: 

Academic DisciplinesTuition Fees (KRW)
Humanities & Social SciencesKRW 5,800,000
EngineeringKRW 7,700,000
Natural SciencesKRW 6,700,000
ArtKRW 7,800,000
School of Interdisciplinary StudiesKRW 7,700,000
Global Open MajorKRW 7,700,000
University CollegeKRW 7,700,000
Misc. FeesKRW 30,000

Also, the students at the Korea University have to pay the living expenses. The per month cost of living at Korea University can

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