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Kangwon National University
Chuncheon Campus, Chuncheon South Korea
# 1001-1200QS World University Rankings
114Undergraduate programs
9Postgraduate programs
625International students
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About Kangwon National University
ABOUT KANGWON NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Kangwon National University (KNU) is one of the 10 core national universities in the Republic of Korea. With a history spanning over 76 years, KNU has consistently made sincere efforts to adapt to the rapidly-changing global era. As a regional stronghold university, KNU has been striving to channel creative ideas and resources to local communities and the regional industries. We maintain a high level of quality in education and research while offering a comprehensive range of majors catered to the demands of students. KNU is committed to being a university of excellence.
Our dormitory capacity is among the highest in Korea, and KNU is located in the beautiful lakeside city of Chuncheon, which is only 1 hour away from Seoul, the capital city and the center of politics, economy, and culture in Korea. This proximity allows students to enjoy a wide variety of cultural activities. Prospective foreign students of Kangwon National University, we invite you to join us and make your dreams come true at KNU.
About Kangwon National University
ABOUT KANGWON NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Kangwon National University (KNU) is one of the 10 core national universities in the Republic of Korea. With a history spanning over 76 years, KNU has consistently made sincere efforts to adapt to the rapidly-changing global era. As a regional stronghold university, KNU has been striving to channel creative ideas and resources to local communities and the regional industries. We maintain a high level of quality in education and research while offering a comprehensive range of majors catered to the demands of students. KNU is committed to being a university of excellence.
Our dormitory capacity is among the highest in Korea, and KNU is located in the beautiful lakeside city of Chuncheon, which is only 1 hour away from Seoul, the capital city and the center of politics, economy, and culture in Korea. This proximity allows students to enjoy a wide variety of cultural activities. Prospective foreign students of Kangwon National University, we invite you to join us and make your dreams come true at KNU.
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
ABOUT KANGWON NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Kangwon National University (KNU) is one of the 10 core national universities in the Republic of Korea. With a history spanning over 76 years, KNU has consistently made sincere efforts to adapt to the rapidly-changing global era. As a regional stronghold university, KNU has been striving to channel creative ideas and resources to local communities and the regional industries. We maintain a high level of quality in education and research while offering a comprehensive range of majors catered to the demands of students. KNU is committed to being a university of excellence.
Our dormitory capacity is among the highest in Korea, and KNU is located in the beautiful lakeside city of Chuncheon, which is only 1 hour away from Seoul, the capital city and the center of politics, economy, and culture in Korea. This proximity allows students to enjoy a wide variety of cultural activities. Prospective foreign students of Kangwon National University, we invite you to join us and make your dreams come true at KNU.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Department of Architectural Engineering
Department of Architectural Engineering
Department of Architecture
Department of Architecture (5 Years)
Department of Chinese Language & Literature
Department of Dance
Department of Design
Department of Ecological Landscape Architecture Design
Department of English Language & Literature
Department of Fine Art
Department of French Language & Literature
Department of German Language & Literature
Department of History
Department of Japanese Studies
Department of Korean Language & Literature
Department of Leisure Sports
Department of Living Art Design
Department of Multi Design
Department of Music
Department of Philosophy
Department of Sport Science
Department of Visual Culture
Business and Management (6)
Department of Accounting
Department of Business Administration
Department of Economics
Department of Information Statistics
Department of International Trade
Department of Tourism Administration
Division of Global Human Resources
Engineering and Technology (6)
Department of AI Software
Department of Advanced Materials Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Computer Science
Department of Control & Instrumentation Engineering
Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Department of Electrical Engineering
Department of Electronics Engineering
Department of Energy & Chemical Engineering
Department of Energy & Mineral Resources Engineering
Department of Energy and Resources Engineering
Department of Environmental Engineering
Department of Fire & Emergency Management
Department of Fire Protection and Engineering
Department of Industrial Engineering
Department of Integrated Energy Engineering
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Department of Mechanical & Biomedical Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Mechatronics Engineering
Department of Regional Infrastructure Engineering
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics
Department of Animal Industry Convergence
Department of Animal Science
Department of Applied Animal Science
Department of Applied Plant Sciences
Department of Bio-Health Technology
Department of Biological Environment
Department of Biological Sciences
Department of Biosystems Engineering
Department of Biotechnology and Bioengineering
Department of Dental Hygiene
Department of Emergency Medical Technology
Department of Environmental Science
Department of Food & Nutrition
Department of Food Science & Biotechnology
Department of Forest Environment Protection
Department of Forest Management
Department of Forest Materials Engineering
Department of Forest Resources
Department of Herbal Medicine Resource
Department of Horiculture
Department of Medical Biomaterials Engineering
Department of Medical Biotechnology
Department of Molecular Bioscience
Department of Nursing
Department of Nursing
Department of Occupational Therapy
Department of Optometry
Department of Paper Science & Engineering
Department of Pharmacy
Department of Physical Therapy
Department of Preveterinary Medicine
Department of Psychology
Department of Radiological Science
Department of Systems Immunology
Department of Veterinary Medicine
Natural Sciences (6)
Department of Applied Biology
Department of Biochemistry
Department of Chemistry
Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering
Department of Geology
Department of Geophysics
Department of Mathematics
Department of Physics
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Department of Chinese Classics Education
Department of Cultural Anthropology
Department of Education
Department of English Education
Department of Ethics Education
Department of Geography Education
Department of History Education
Department of Home Economics Education
Department of Journalism & Mass Communication
Department of Korean Education
Department of Mathematics Education
Department of Physical Education
Department of Political Science
Department of Public Administration
Department of Real Estate
Department of Science Education
Department of Social Studies Education
Department of Sociology
ABOUT KANGWON NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Kangwon National University (KNU) is one of the 10 core national universities in the Republic of Korea. With a history spanning over 76 years, KNU has consistently made sincere efforts to adapt to the rapidly-changing global era. As a regional stronghold university, KNU has been striving to channel creative ideas and resources to local communities and the regional industries. We maintain a high level of quality in education and research while offering a comprehensive range of majors catered to the demands of students. KNU is committed to being a university of excellence.
Our dormitory capacity is among the highest in Korea, and KNU is located in the beautiful lakeside city of Chuncheon, which is only 1 hour away from Seoul, the capital city and the center of politics, economy, and culture in Korea. This proximity allows students to enjoy a wide variety of cultural activities. Prospective foreign students of Kangwon National University, we invite you to join us and make your dreams come true at KNU.
Business and Management (5)
Graduate School of Business Administration
Graduate School of Industry
Engineering and Technology (5)
Graduate School of Disaster Prevention
Graduate School of Information Science & Public Administration
Life Sciences and Medicine (5)
Kangwon National University School of Medicine
Natural Sciences (5)
Graduate School of Green and Life Industry Policy
Social Sciences and Management (5)
Graduate School of Education
Graduate School of Industry & Science
Kangwon National University School of Law
University information
Recruitment of International Students
• KNU recruits international students from 60 countries two times in October and April each year
• KNU supports the admission of international students by admission assistants
• KNU uses social networking sites (SNS) of each country for public relations and admission consultations
Dormitory & Students Convenience Facilities
• 16 dormitories in three campuses, which can accommodate more than 4,386 students
• Accommodate all international students who want to stay
• Volunteer students who are proficient in English are assigned, along with counseling
• Inexpensive dormitory expenses (about $500, one-semester)
• Complex sports center
Student life
Programs for Adaptation to Korea
• Studying Korean : Support for TOPIK tuition fees and application fees
• Adaptation to School Life : Monitoring, one-to-one tutoring, buddy program, supporters (support for admission and stay counseling), and counseling center
• Various Cultural Events : Chuncheon City Tour, Coal Briquette Volunteering, Marine Sports Experience, Traditional Hanbok Wearing Experience, World Food Festival, International Students’ Night
Signing the Management of Exchange Agreements with Sister Universities
• KNU hosts co-research and academic conferences with students and professors of more than 315 universities from more than 59 countries
• KNU actively promotes the exchange agreement renewal and finds new universities to exchange with through periodic monitoring
International Exchange Program
• Eligibility : Proficient in Korean or English, completed at least 2 semesters at KNU partner university, GPA 2.7 out of a 4.0 scale or above (or 3.0 out of 4.5)
• Tuition : Exemption for exchange students
• Courses : 50 ~ 60 courses taught in English provided each semester, student’s course registration Min 3 credits ~ Max 18 credits
(Students can take at least one course / maximum 18 credits each semester)
• Friendly Support programs : Airport pick-up, Buddy program, Korean culture events, welcome & farewell party, Chuncheon city tour, etc.
Employment Support Program
• Job competency enhancement program to support international students' preparation for employment in Korea and abroad.
• Special lectures are held to provide employment information, such as employment systems, visas, and job search platforms.
• Assistance in writing the letter of self-introduction and resume, interview simulation etc. customized 1:1 consulting.
Tuition fee and scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Kangwon National University is one of the top public universities in Chuncheon, South Korea. It is ranked #1001-1200 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
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Visit the KNU English Website (https://www.kangwon.ac.kr/english)
→ Click 「 Admissions 」 on the Top Menu → Click 「 Admission Notice 」 or 「 Admission Guide 」
※ Information related to undergraduate and graduate school admission is available for download in Korean, Chinese, and English.
① Visit the KNU Korean Website 「 https://www.kangwon.ac.kr 」 → Click 「 대학 · 대학원 」
② Visit the KNU English Website 「 https://www.kangwon.ac.kr/english/ 」
→ Click 「 Admissions 」 → Click 「 Admission Notice 」
→ Click Article Number 63 「 The Contact Information on Professors at KNU (Including Research Areas) 」 to obtain details such as department introductions, research fields, and professor's contact information.
① Visit the KNU Korean Website 「 https://www.kangwon.ac.kr 」
→ Click 「 학사 안내 」 → Click 「 학사 일정 」
② Visit the KNU English Website 「 https://www.kangwon.ac.kr/english/ 」
→ Click 「 Academics 」 → Click 「 Academic Information 」
→ Click 「 Academic Calender 」 to view the annual academic schedule of KNU.
Freshmen can apply for on-campus housing for the first semester of admission by selecting the 'On-Campus Housing' option on the school entrance application form.
Enrolled students can personally apply for dormitory accommodation from the second semester through the website 「 http://knudorm.kangwon.ac.kr 」
To apply for a Residency Card, you can visit the Office of International Affairs (OIA) at the beginning of the semester (March and September). Fill out the application form for the registration card, and the OIA will submit the application to the Chuncheon Immigration Office on your behalf.
※ However, to apply for a residency card other than the indicated registration period, you must visit the immigration office personally and submit the required documents.