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Pusan National University

Pusan National University is one of the leading national universities in South Korea, located in the city of Busan. The university was founded in 1946 and today is one of the largest educational centers in the region. PNU offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various fields, including science, humanities, engineering, and medicine.

Situated in one of the picturesque areas of Busan
Acceptance rate - 15%
Number of students - 17,347 Number of students - 17,347
International students - 17% International students - 17%
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#12 in South Korea Best Global Universities
#60 Eastern Asia QS Asian University Rankings

Quick Facts

Situated in one of the picturesque areas of Busan Situated in one of the picturesque areas of Busan
Acceptance rate - 15% Acceptance rate - 15%
Number of students - 17,347 Number of students - 17,347
International students - 17% International students - 17%

About University

Pusan National University is a prestigious university founded in 1946 and located in Busan, South Korea. The university is renowned for its rich history, high academic reputation, and diversity of educational programs. Today, PNU is one of the largest educational centers in the country, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of study, including natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, engineering technology, and medicine.

The university invests heavily in research and development, attracting leading scholars and experts from around the world. In addition, PNU places great emphasis on international cooperation and student exchange, allowing students to study in an international environment and expand their cultural horizons. The university is also known for its diverse student body and numerous extracurricular activities, making it an attractive choice for students both domestically and internationally.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

Social sciences

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Business & economics

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Computer science

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Physical sciences

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Life sciences

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Engineering & technology

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Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 19 May, 2024
Closed

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 19 May, 2025

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

4.3

Motivation Letter Required
Recommendation Letter Required

English Language Level

IELTS

6

TOEFL iBT

80

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply Pusan National University

1

Online application

https://his.pusan.ac.kr/international_eng/41606/subview.do The online application fee is 110+ USD

2

Take the interview

After submitting your online application, university representatives will schedule an interview with you.

3

Admission decision

After analyzing your interview, the university will make a decision on your admission and in this case will contact you via email, where they will indicate information about your further actions.

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$4,200/year
Includes academic materials
On-campus accommodation (per year)
$8,736/year
Nutrition (per year)
$5,000/year
Transport (per year)
$728/year
Other expenses (per year)
$3,500/year
Scholarships
• Entrance Scholarship TOPIK level 6 • Entrance Scholarship TOPIK level 4 • Entrance Scholarship TOPIK level 5 • Academic Performance Scholarship

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Campus

World-class facility

• Student House

World-class facility

• Sports facilities

World-class facility