Seoul National University

Overview

As the indisputable leader in higher education in Korea, it is known for its high caliber of students and faculty. Seoul National University was founded in 1946, marking the opening of the first national university in modern Korean history. When SNU opened its doors the university was composed of nine colleges and one graduate school. Since then Seoul National University has grown immensely. Today, there are sixteen colleges, six graduate schools, over sixty-five research institutes and twenty-eight supporting facilities distributed over two main campuses.

The main campus, Gwanak campus, is located in the southern part of Seoul at the foot of the magnificent Gwanak Mountains. The campus is over 4.3 square kilometers and accommodates the main administration building, thirteen colleges, four graduate schools, sixty-five research institutes, and other supporting facilities. The medical campus, Yeongeon campus, is located in the heart of Seoul. 

For both undergraduates and graduate students, SNU offers a world-class education and a wealth of extraordinary opportunities that only SNU can offer. In addition, Seoul National University has launched an international summer program, internship program and scholarship program to attract international students. To become a university that matters to the world is the vision of SNU. 
International admissions are offered for undergraduate and graduate programs in 16 colleges and 5 professional schools. While there is no early admissions process, students may apply in the spring as well as the fall. At SNU, you will be joining over 2,300 international students already enjoying an excellent education and campus life at SNU. The university offers various ways to ways to finance education to overseas students. Most international students are partially or fully exempt from tuition fees through university scholarships, merit-based performance scholarships and work-study programs. Especially, scholarships are available for graduate students through the university (Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students), private corporations (Samsung Global Scholarship Program at SNU) and Korean government.

For more information, please contact: Office of Admissions, Building#150, 4th Floor, Seoul National University, Seoul, 151-742, KOREA TEL.82-2-880-6966 E-mail snuadmit@snu.ac.kr

Acropolis

The "Acropolis" refers to the area between the Administrative Building and the Central Library. It is named after the ancient Greek original, where the first seeds of democracy were sown. As the name signifies, the Acropolis is where many of Korea’s key democratic movements started. Today, the area is widely used for the Student Body‘s campaigns as well as various student activities.

Museum of Art (MoA)

The new Museum of Art is a stunning new addition to SNU's campus. Designed by Rem Koolhaas, the art museum links the university with the local community. No doors were built inside this six-story building (floor area approximately 4,500?) in order to create an organic link between exhibition halls, classrooms, the library and lounges. Such openness represents the basic philosophy of the Museum of Art. Local community members are welcome to tour the holdings and participate in ongoing events.

Kyujanggak Institute for Korean Studies

Originally founded as the royal library in 1776 in the rear garden of Changdeokgung Palace by King Jeongjo, Kyujanggak has not only survived the tumult of court intrigue, invasion and colonial rule, but has continued to expand. The Kyujanggak collections now contain over 260,000 items, such as The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty (Joseon Wangjo Silok) and the Diary of the Office of Royal Secretaries (Seungjeongwon Ilgi), both designated UNESCO World Documentary Heritages. Kyujanggak houses the Kyujanggak Institute for Korean Studies, a leading center of research, publication, and international, interdisciplinary coordination in the field of Korean Studies.

Beoduel Valley

Beoduel Valley is SNU's famous grass field located between the College of Education and circulation beltway. The gentle hills are open to plenty of sunlight, attracting SNU community members as well as hikers and picnickers who want to enjoy a bit of relaxation as they take a moment out from their busy lives.

Jahayeon

One of the most picturesque spots on campus, 'Jahayeon' literally means 'pond surrounded by purple mist.' The name originates from Shin Wi, a renowned eighteenth-century scholar of the Joseon Dynasty. It is also an ideal place to sit and take in the varying scenes according to the season.

Area in front of the University Cultural Center

Located next to Jahayeon, the area in front of the Cultural Center bustles with many students. For this reason, it is a popular site for many events, including the well-known International Food Festival and various musical performances. Recruiting booths for clubs are also frequently set up here.

Cherry Blossoms

Of the 800 kinds of trees planted around campus, the cherry trees are the most noticed, creating a breath-taking scene when their blossoms are in full bloom.

University Museum

With holdings of over 7,200 rare metals, gems, paintings and other pieces of art, the Museum is a treasure trove of Korean artifacts and art objects. In addition to a permanent exhibition of traditional arts and anthropological folklore, it hosts special exhibitions and lectures open to students, faculty and staff members, and the general public. It contains four exhibition halls, a library, research labs and facilities for preservation of library materials, as well as an auditorium with 200 seats. Visitors welcome.

POSCO Sports Center

POSCO Sports Center contains an Olympic-size swimming pool, weight room, golf ranges, squash/racquetball courts and multipurpose fitness rooms. Wide-ranging instructional courses are available for members. Shower rooms and sauna facilities are located on the first and third floors.

University Library

Seoul National University Library is the university's main research library. Its holdings number over 3 million volumes, and include 10,000 academic journals and 33,000 electronic journals. Seven subsidiary libraries specializing in social sciences, business administration, international studies, agriculture, as well as legal, medical and dental studies are located across campus.

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