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Sungkyunkwan University vs Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
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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| Sungkyunkwan University | Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Seoul · Humanities&Social Sciences | Ulsan |
| World ranking | QS 126 · THE 87 | QS 310 · THE 201-250 |
| Rank in Korea | #3 | — |
| Type | Private | National (public) |
| International students | 22% | 8% |
| Total students | 34,000 | 3,900 |
| Founded | 1398 | 2007 |
| Dormitory | Yes | Yes |
| English-taught programs | Yes | Yes |
| Undergraduate fields | Humanities, Social Science, Natural Science, Arts & Sports, Engineering | Engineering, Natural Science, Social Science |
| Lowest TOPIK level | Level 4 | Level 3 |
| Annual tuition (international) | ~₩10.4M to ₩16.2M | ~₩5.6M to ₩6.6M |
At a glance
- Sungkyunkwan University holds the higher international ranking of the two.
- Sungkyunkwan University has the larger international student community (22% vs 8%).
- Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) 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: Sungkyunkwan University and Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST).
Frequently asked questions
Is Sungkyunkwan University or Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) 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 8%). Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) 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 Sungkyunkwan University and Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) teach in English?
Sungkyunkwan University: yes, it offers English-taught programs. Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST): yes, it offers English-taught programs. English-taught programs let you apply with an English test score instead of TOPIK.
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