Quick Summary
Based in Chuncheon, South Korea, Hallym University is a private with roots dating back to 1982. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9200 students including 7.2% from outside South Korea. Known for strengths in Medicine, Nursing, Psychology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Strong focus on medical education with a network of six university hospitals and a top-rated research environment in Gangwon province.
Subject Strengths
MedicineNursingPsychologyMedia and Communication
Founded1982
TypePrivate
Total Students9200
Intl Students7.2%
Faculty Ratio16.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size1,200,000 sqm
Affiliated Hospitals6
AccreditationMinistry of Education (South Korea), IEQAS (International Education Quality Assurance System)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#951-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctorate,Short-term programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Hallym Institute of Aging,Institute for Media and Culture,Institute of Life Sciences
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (South Korea), IEQAS (International Education Quality Assurance System)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.8
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit a TOPIK score of level 3 or higher for scholarship eligibility; medicine applicants require much higher competitive scores.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in South Korean Won
UG Tuition
₩9,800,000/yr
per year · KRW
Living Cost
₩11,500,000/yr
per year · KRW
PG Tuition
₩12,500,000/yr
per year · KRW
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₩21,400,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · KRW
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctorate,Short-term programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Global Business | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Big Data Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$34,000
Average Salary After Graduation
67.8%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Hallym University Medical CenterSamsung ElectronicsNAVER
Notable Alumni
Choi Moon-soon,Kim Jin-tae
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Ilsong Gymnasium,Tennis Courts,Main Stadium
Student Clubs
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Library Resources
Ilsong Memorial Library with 1.2 million volumes and advanced digital archives
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available