Being the oldest private university in Korea, Yonsei University was first established in 1885 by Christian missionaries. Our mission is to educate leaders who will contribute to humanity in the spirit of “truth and freedom.” The 300,000 Yonsei alumni who take this calling to heart can be found manifesting this proud spirit from leadership positions around the world.
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Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (6)
- B.Sc. Asian Studies
- B.Sc. Economics
Business & Management (5)
Arts, Design & Architecture (2)
Engineering & Technology (2)
Humanities (2)
- B.Sc. Asian Studies
Law (2)
- B.Sc. International Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (2)
- B.Sc. Bio-Convergence
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
About
History
The history of Yonsei University began on April 10th, 1885, as Korea’s first modern hospital "Gwanghyewon." Two weeks after opening, King Kojong gave Gwanghyewon a new name - "Chejungwon." Gwanghyewon was established by a medical missionary, Horace N. Allen.
Education
Yonsei University is dedicated to educate future leaders of our society in the spirit of Christianity, fostering a strong and lasting commitment to the principles of truth and freedom.
Research
Research Centers:
- Center for Structural Health Care Technology in Buildings
- Center for the Innovation of Engineering Education
- Institute of State Governance
- Institute of Refractory Thyroid Cancer
- Center for Nano-Wear
Career
The Human Resources Development Center aims to provide active assistance to students in career search. The center enables convenient job search and career information and supports students to build strategies through career consultation and employment programs.
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
107 -1
2018
106 6
2017
112
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
201
2018
201 50
2017
251
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
301 -100
2017
201
2016
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
-
2018
316 -9
2017
307
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Office of Student Affairs and Services consists of Student Support Team, Scholarship and Employment Team, Gender Equity Center, Counseling Center, Physically-challenged Students Support Center, National Examination Information Center. The main business of the Student Support Team is to support student council, support activities of the student groups, such as student organizations and management and operation of the student union facilities.
Housing services
On campus: Maeji House Off campus: There are 2 apartment complexes near the campus and a new complex is under construction. The size of an apartment unit varies from 36.3 m², 66 m² to 79.2 m². Units larger than 66m² have more than 2 rooms so that a student can live alone or share with a roommate. Besides, there are a wide range of studios for one person with a cheaper rent compared to apartments. Since rents vary depending on locations and facilities, students can make a choice. Most residential units can be rented for one year or one semester and a rent is usually paid in advance.
Library services
Yonsei University was the first in Asia to implement the Residential College (RC) Program. The Underwood Memorial Library opened in April 2013 to effectively support the RC program. As a Residential College Library of Yonsei International Campus, Underwood Memorial Library provides a variety of services to meet the global standards of RC education.
ICT services
Mirae Computer Lab is composed of 4 Lecture Halls and 1 Open Lecture Hall, and all computers have necessary software installed.
Medical services
Yonsei International Campus health center has been operating for the purpose of improving and maintaining health of undergraduates and faculty. It is operated with health care as primary care in forms of medication and treatment, emergency management framework in preparation for emergency situations, epidemics by establishing a safety management system.
Student Life
Campus life
The International Campus offers up-to-date high quality managing system, multimedia lecture system and ubiquotous lecture halls that enable wireless access in all areas of campus. Moreover, the numerous eco-friendly rest areas on campus will provide students a pleasant learning area.
Sports facilities
- Athletic Grounds: Artificial grass track (urethane ) fully equipped International standard artificial grass
- Table tennis court
- Tennis court
- Squash court
- Futsal Court
- Pool hall
Student clubs
- Student Council
- Graduate School Student Council
Accreditation
Yonhi College Christian Union Foundation (Yonhi College) receives accreditation (1947. August : Renamed “Yonhi College“)
The Global Study Awards
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Student Reviews
Good place to challenge yourself and grow
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
What I like: - It is a really difficult but interesting curriculum, so my knowledge and skills has grow significantly. It covers all fundamental aspects in bioscience and allows me to conduct independent research projects in laboratories in Yonsei University or anywhere in the world. - The grading system and class atmosphere are super competitive but I learn a lot from...
A place to avoid at all costs.
Anonymous rated 1 out of 5 stars
Don't come there. Please. Most of the international students are disappointed and I plan on dropping out. Horrible programme.
Comp lit at Yonsei
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The only school that provides Comp Lit Program in Korea.