Sejong University
Sejong University is a private university located in Seoul, known for its achievements in hotel and tourism management, dance, animation, and rhythmic gymnastics. Founded as the Kyungsung Humanities Institute, it was renamed in 1978 to its current name in honor of Sejong the Great, the fourth king of the Joseon Dynasty and the leader of the creation of the Korean alphabet Hangul.
Quick Facts
About University
Sejong University has about 12,000 students enrolled in 9 different colleges. These students study on a beautiful campus in Seoul. The university has excellent academic programs, especially in tourism management and animation programs. These programs are considered the best in Korea.
There are many educational goals of the university that train their students to be "Creatives, Functioning Professionals, People with Cultural Integrity and Committed Citizens". The goal of this university is not only to give their students a great education, but also to teach them to be creative, professional, cultural and committed. They want their students to have character and knowledge. If you attend a university, you will be taught these things along with other subjects.
Academic Programs
Taught in EnglishCollege of Liberal Arts
Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.
College of Social Science
Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.
College of Business & Economics
Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.
College of Hospitality Tourism Management
Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.
College of Software Convergence
Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.
College of Arts & Physical Education
Specific directions for this program have not been defined yet.
Intakes & Deadlines
Available intake periods for application
Fall 2025
Fall 2025
Fall 2026
Fall 2026
Admission Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Basic Requirements
English Language Level
5.5
80
How to Enroll
Follow these steps to apply Sejong University
Online application and uploading documents
Visit Sejong One-Stop Service Center Website (sos.sejong.ac.kr) Submitted documents must be received by the Sejong University One-Stop Service Center (Admissions Office) before the deadline. If the documents are submitted after the deadline, they will be automatically cancelled. Before submitting documents, you must complete the online application (including payment of the application fee - 115 USD). Submitted documents cannot be returned regardless of the reason. - If necessary, a preliminary online interview can be conducted.
Department Evaluation
The content of the assessment will not be disclosed except for the final decision (accepted/rejected).
Admission decisions (preliminary)
To check your results, log in to your account (sos.sejong.ac.kr)
Tuition fees
Payment must be confirmed by Sejong University before the payment deadline. Even if you submit the overseas remittance confirmation sheet during the payment period, if the amount is not received before the deadline, it will be considered unregistered.
Obtaining a Certificate of Admission
The CoA will be issued after registration is completed and additional documents are submitted. All international students who need to apply for a D-2 visa or change their current visa status must obtain a CoA issued by Sejong University.
Obtaining a visa
The visa application process for students from Kazakhstan planning to study in Korea involves several main steps. First of all, applicants need a passport valid for at least 6 months. They must fill out a visa application form, attach a current color photograph (3.5 x 4.5 cm), and provide a copy of the personal information page of the passport. To obtain a long-term visa for more than 90 days, applicants must undergo a tuberculosis test (fluorography/PCR test) at an approved clinic within the last 3 months. A certificate of enrollment from the chosen educational institution in original or a copy is required. An academic transcript, such as an original document from the last educational institution with an English translation, must be provided. In addition, a bank statement with a live seal issued within the last 2 weeks confirming financial capacity is required. The required amount varies depending on the type of program and place of residence. Students who are pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Seoul, Incheon or Gyeonggi need to present $20,000. For students from other cities, the amount is $18,000. The visa application processing period is about 14 working days, excluding weekends and holidays, the consular fee is $90, paid in cash.
Preparing for departure
Preparing for departure includes booking tickets and accommodation, medical preparation, collecting necessary documents, financial preparation, packing luggage, learning local rules and customs, and familiarizing yourself with transportation.
Cost of Study
Full breakdown of tuition and living costs
Campus Life
Facilities and student experience
• The Sejong University Museum
World-class facility
• Sejong University Campus
World-class facility