Quick Summary
University of Ulsan is a private founded in 1970, located in Ulsan, South Korea. Ranked #539 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15400 students including 6.5% from outside South Korea. Known for strengths in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Close industrial ties with global giants like Hyundai, high employment rates for engineering graduates, and world-class medical facilities through Asan Medical Center.
Subject Strengths
Mechanical EngineeringNaval ArchitectureOcean EngineeringMedicineChemistryMaterials Science
Founded1970
TypePrivate
Total Students15400
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio17.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size1,200,000 m²
Affiliated HospitalsAsan Medical Center,Ulsan University Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education, South Korea
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#539
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501–600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401–500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
College of Humanities,College of Social Sciences,College of Business Administration,College of Natural Sciences,College of Human Ecology,College of Engineering,College of Music,College of Fine Arts,College of Medicine
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
35
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education, South Korea
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL71
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight interest in industrial collaborations particularly with Hyundai Group. Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK level 3+) significantly improves admission and scholarship chances.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in South Korean Won
UG Tuition
₩9,600,000/yr
per year · KRW
Living Cost
₩8,800,000/yr
per year · KRW
PG Tuition
₩12,800,000/yr
per year · KRW
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₩18,500,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · KRW
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from College of Humanities,College of Social Sciences,College of Business Administration,College of Natural Sciences,College of Human Ecology,College of Engineering,College of Music,College of Fine Arts,College of Medicine programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Automotive Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Medicine | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
72.5%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong (Hyundai Heavy Industries, Hyundai Motor Company, SK Energy)
Industry Connections
Hyundai Heavy IndustriesHyundai Motor CompanySK InnovationS-Oil
Notable Alumni
Chung Mong-joon (Chairman of the Board),Park Joo-ho (Footballer)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Main Stadium,Gymnasium,Swimming Pool,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
120
Library Resources
Main Library and Medical Library with over 1 million volumes.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available