September will come soon. Do you have a foreign friend who wants to apply to a local university? Have you ever heard of a university called 'Yeungnam University'? This university is very famous among private universities located in Gyeongsangbuk-do and is popular with many foreigners.
However, it is expected that most foreign students will only know about universities located in Seoul rather than local universities in Korea. So this time, I would like to introduce you to Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, a prestigious private university in the province, and Yeungnam University, a private comprehensive university located in Nam-gu, Daegu.
About Yeungnam University
Yeungnam University is a four-year private comprehensive university located in Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do and Nam-gu, Daegu. Founded in 1947, Yeungnam University has a founding spirit to inherit and develop national culture by promoting human education and production education based on patriotism. Yeungnam University operates various academic systems, including 18 colleges, 13 graduate schools, 3 special graduate schools, 1 international graduate school, 1 international language academy, and 1 global lifelong education center. Faculty members are active.
Source: Yeungnam University Industry-University Cooperation Foundation (yu.ac.kr)
Yeungnam University is making excellent academic achievements both at home and abroad. For example, in the 2023 Raiden ranking, it ranked 8th overall and 1st in Korea in mathematics and computer. In addition, it received an excellent (A) grade in the University Innovation Support Project and was selected as a leading innovation university in entrepreneurship education. Yeungnam University provides various opportunities and benefits to students. For example, there are international exchange programs, industry internships, scholarship support, and library access. Yeungnam University is also closely connected with the local community. For example, we are contributing to regional development through the Industrial Cooperation Foundation, Regional Innovation Center, and Chunma Art Center. Yeungnam University declared that it will continue to strive to nurture global leaders who can contribute to the new history of national revitalization.
Yeungnam University and foreign students
Yeungnam University offers a variety of programs and supports for international students. For example, there are Korean Language Institute, International Student Insurance, International Scholarship, Dormitory, International Student Orientation, etc. In addition, Yeungnam University is actively conducting joint operation of curriculum, two-way student exchange, and joint research with universities in other countries to strengthen international exchange and cooperation. Yeungnam University can be evaluated as a university that can provide a good learning environment and cultural experience to foreign students.
Foreign students gave many good evaluations of Yeungnam University. According to the results of my research, Yeungnam University provides various education and support to foreign students, and foreign students responded that they were highly satisfied with Yeungnam University's faculty, students, educational environment, campus facilities, and cultural experiences. In addition, Yeungnam University regularly conducts satisfaction surveys to collect and improve the opinions of foreign students. Yeungnam University is making efforts for the successful study abroad life of foreign students.
How to apply to Yeungnam University
Foreign students must follow the procedures below to apply to Yeungnam University.
1. Access the Yeungnam University International Student Team website (https://www.yu.ac.kr/is/admission/new-undergraduate-admission.do) and select the Admission Notice (https://www.yu .ac.kr/main/academics/support-site.do). Yeungnam University operates a variety of admissions, such as special admissions for pure foreigners, special admissions for overseas Koreans and foreigners, and foreign transfer, so choose the admissions that suits you.
2. Download the application guidelines from the admission notice or check them online. The application guideline contains detailed information on the screening schedule, number of applicants, qualifications for application, screening method, grade calculation method, announcement of successful applicants, and payment of tuition.
3. Fill out and submit the application according to the application guidelines. Applications can be filled out and submitted online, and required documents can be submitted by mail or in person. Please note that the deadline for submitting applications and documents differs for each screening.
4. After submitting the application form and documents, if necessary, take additional screening such as a written test or interview. The schedule and location of the additional screening can be found on the website of the Admissions Office or on the application guidelines.
5. On the day of announcement of successful applicants, we will check the admission status on the website of the Admissions Office. Successful applicants must pay the tuition fee within the tuition payment period to confirm admission.
