Quick Summary
Ajou University is a private founded in 1973, located in Suwon, South Korea. Ranked #554 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 14500 students including 8.5% from outside South Korea. Known for strengths in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Strong industry links with major tech firms in Gyeonggi-do, high research output, and a diverse international student body.
Subject Strengths
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical and Electronic EngineeringComputer SciencePharmacyBusiness Administration
Founded1973
TypePrivate
Total Students14500
Intl Students8.5%
Faculty Ratio16.2
CampusUrban
Campus Size119 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAjou University Hospital
AccreditationAACSB (Business), ABEEK (Engineering), Korean Council for University Education
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#554
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, MBA, Executive Programs
Programs
Doctor of Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy in Business, Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Science
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Graphene Research Center, Bio-medical Research Institute, Energy Systems Research Institute
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB (Business), ABEEK (Engineering), Korean Council for University Education
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
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
Focus on TOPIK scores for Korean-taught programs; strong Statement of Purpose is critical for GSIS (Graduate School of International Studies).
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in South Korean Won
UG Tuition
₩11,000,000/yr
per year · KRW
Living Cost
₩12,500,000/yr
per year · KRW
PG Tuition
₩14,000,000/yr
per year · KRW
Application Fee
$120
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₩24,000,000/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, Master's, Doctoral, MBA, Executive Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Software Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Medicine | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| International Studies | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
74%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
SamsungLGSK HynixHyundai Motors
Notable Alumni
Ahn Jae-hyun, Kim Bong-jin
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Main Stadium, Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts
Student Clubs
Over 70 clubs including K-Pop, Robotics, Debate, and Sports
Library Resources
Ajou Central Library, Medical Library, Law Library
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with 320 universities in 70 countries
Summer Programs
Ajou International Summer School (AISS)