Yonsei University opened the door to modern higher education over one century ago. It has since then emerged as the nation’s top private university and ranks among the world’s most prestigious universities. Building on our history and tradition, Yonsei will actively pursue a new future.
- #73 Ranking
- 16 Bachelors
- 1,260 Academic Staff
- 18,521 Students
- 3,889 Students (int'l)
- 9,075 Students (female)
- Private Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (7)
- Bachelor Creative Technology Management
- Bachelor Culture and Design Management
- Bachelor Economics
- Bachelor International Studies
- Bachelor Justice and Civil Leadership
- Bachelor Quantitative Risk Management
- Bachelor Science, Technology and Policy
Social Sciences (6)
- B.Sc. Asian Studies
- Bachelor Comparative Literature and Culture
- Bachelor Economics
- Bachelor Science, Technology and Policy
Humanities (3)
- B.Sc. Asian Studies
- Bachelor Comparative Literature and Culture
- Bachelor Information and Interaction Design
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (3)
- Bachelor Bio-Convergence
- Bachelor Life Science and Biotechnology
Arts, Design & Architecture (2)
- Bachelor Culture and Design Management
- Bachelor Information and Interaction Design
Engineering & Technology (2)
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- Bachelor Information and Interaction Design
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
Journalism & Media (1)
Law (1)
- Bachelor International Studies
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. Prior to opening, missionary Horace G. Underwood visited Korea, assisting in medical treatment at Chejungwon.
Education
Spread over two campuses, Yonsei continues to set the golden standard of higher education in the region.
Research
Asian Cancer Research Innovators
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
73 6
2022
79 6
2021
85
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
2023
78 73
2022
151 36
2021
187
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
2022
201
2021
201
2020
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
2023
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2022
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2021
329
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
Hello to all of Underwood International Students! We, the 12th Student Council SOLIDITY, genuinely welcome you to be part of the UIC family. The unique identity of this institution, being truly international with strong Asian colors, distinctly defines itself and provide experience only available at UIC. As already accomplished and talented as you are, this institution is where you enjoy the diversity and make yourself more colorful. Our potential and vision for the future is limitless. All the while, UIC will provide the opportunity to realize your youth, passion, and endless capability. Join us for your better future and for building our new years for UIC.
Housing services
As Yonsei freshman, UIC students will reside in the newly-built Yonsei International Campus (YIC) in Songdo, Incheon. The Residential College (RC) system provides community-based academic and social activities including arts, sports, and community services beyond the classroom. The first in the nation to adopt the RC system for all incoming freshman students in 2013, YIC serves as the benchmark for other leading universities in Korea.
Medical services
Students must submit the following items to Yonsei Mutual-aid Association:
First, the original copy of the medical treatment receipt (faxed and copied receipts will not be accepted) which includes the date of treatment and the department.
Second, Yonsei University Student ID Card or Statement of Enrollment.
Third, Woori Bank account number (copy of the bankbook is not necessary).
Student Life
Campus life
- 2 Campuses: Sinchon, Seoul Campus and Songdo, International Campus
- First year residential college program for all incoming freshman
Sports facilities
- Counseling Center
- Health Service Center
- Athletic Grounds
- Multipurpose Gym
- Floor Exercise Room
- Table tennis court
- Tennis court
- Squash court
- Futsal Court
- pool hall
Student clubs
- International Clubs. Yonsei Global.
- Performing Arts. Glee Club.
- Culture. HARMONY.
- Social Activities. IYC.
- Religion. IVF.
- Creative Arts. Manhwasarang.
- Sports. EAGLES.
- Academics. ADCUS.
Accreditation
Yonsei University | AACSB Accredited.
Student Reviews
Being a self motivating proffetional, i aspire to inspire many espcially in the Low developed counitries through my skilled attained managerial tactics. Given the opportunity to be among the few change agents in the world for diseases prevention, control,
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The university has adequate skills development and its worthy competitive, a lot of commitments, face to interactions, time conscious, professor guidance, external knowledge sharing, webinars, conferences and exposure to the international cooperation.
Corrupted education
Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
Not getting proper exposure to the fast growing modern world and simply exercising the old education system with rare updates in the learning as well as teaching behaviour.
Fly solo, fly high
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Best things comes when you practice hard. Banaras hindu university came to me like this only. Best faculty, even better infrastructure, good ambience, phenomenal fee structure and an exposure to the global world with a degree in your hand. That's what bhu gives you at the end. Could'nt asked for more.
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