Quick Summary
Situated in Seoul, South Korea, Sogang University is a private (jesuit) established in 1960. Ranked #532 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 14500 students including 14% from outside South Korea. Known for strengths in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier liberal arts education, rigorous academic standards, and prime location in Sinchon.
Subject Strengths
Social SciencesBusiness AdministrationEconomicsEngineeringCommunication
Founded1960
TypePrivate (Jesuit)
Total Students14500
Intl Students14%
Faculty Ratio17.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size42 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationAACSB, Ministry of Education Korea
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#532
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, Korean Language Programs
Programs
28
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
35
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB, Ministry of Education Korea
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6
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
Submit strong standardized test scores and emphasize alignment with Jesuit values of social responsibility.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in South Korean Won
UG Tuition
₩10,500,000/yr
per year · KRW
Living Cost
₩16,000,000/yr
per year · KRW
PG Tuition
₩14,000,000/yr
per year · KRW
Application Fee
$120
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₩26,650,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · KRW
Scholarships AvailableGlobal Scholarship, Academic Excellence Scholarship, Admissions Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable for international students based on merit and need
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, Korean Language Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Global Korean Studies | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electronic Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Media & Entertainment | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Samsung, LG, and CJ Group
Industry Connections
Extensive corporate network in the Seoul metropolitan area
Notable Alumni
Park Geun-hye (Former President), Park Chan-wook (Film Director), Nam Duck-woo (Economist)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Outdoor Sports Field
Student Clubs
120
Library Resources
Loyola Library with over 1.2 million volumes
Exchange Programs
Partnered with 400+ universities in 65 countries
Summer Programs
Sogang International Summer Program (SISP)