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Ewha Womans University vs Sungkyunkwan University
A side-by-side comparison for international students choosing where to study for a bachelor's degree in Korea. Every figure is drawn from our verified university directory.
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| Ewha Womans University | Sungkyunkwan University | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Seoul · Sinchon | Seoul · Humanities&Social Sciences |
| World ranking | QS 504 · THE 501-600 | QS 126 · THE 87 |
| Rank in Korea | #7 | #3 |
| Type | Private | Private |
| International students | 16% | 22% |
| Total students | 26,000 | 34,000 |
| Founded | 1886 | 1398 |
| Dormitory | Yes | Yes |
| English-taught programs | Yes | Yes |
| Undergraduate fields | Humanities, Social Science, Natural Science, Engineering, Arts & Sports, AI | Humanities, Social Science, Natural Science, Arts & Sports, Engineering |
| Lowest TOPIK level | Level 3 | Level 4 |
| Annual tuition (international) | ~₩9.3M to ₩12.9M | ~₩10.4M to ₩16.2M |
At a glance
- Sungkyunkwan University holds the higher international ranking of the two.
- Sungkyunkwan University has the larger international student community (22% vs 16%).
- Ewha Womans University has the lower published international tuition.
- Both offer English-taught programs, so neither requires Korean to apply.
Read the full picture on each school's page: Ewha Womans University and Sungkyunkwan University.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ewha Womans University or Sungkyunkwan University better for a bachelor's degree?
Both are among Korea's top universities open to international students. Sungkyunkwan University holds the higher international ranking of the two. Sungkyunkwan University has the larger international student community (22% vs 16%). Ewha Womans University has the lower published international tuition. Both offer English-taught programs, so neither requires Korean to apply. The right choice depends on your field, budget, and whether you need an English-taught program, so use the side-by-side table above to weigh them for a bachelor's degree.
Do Ewha Womans University and Sungkyunkwan University teach in English?
Ewha Womans University: yes, it offers English-taught programs. Sungkyunkwan University: yes, it offers English-taught programs. English-taught programs let you apply with an English test score instead of TOPIK.
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