Hanyang University

Hanyang University (한양대학교), also known as HYU, is a private research university in South Korea with campuses in Seoul and Ansan (ERICA campus). Founded in 1939 as the country’s first private engineering institute, HYU has grown into a leading university with a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs spanning engineering, natural sciences, medicine, humanities, business, arts, and social sciences. Known for its practical, industry-connected education and strong emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship, Hanyang University fosters interdisciplinary collaboration in fields such as engineering, applied sciences, and emerging technologies.

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SPRING 2027 APPLICATION DATES: SEPTEMBER 1 - SEPTEMBER 18, 2026

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Hanyang University

Features

Strong Foundation in Engineering & STEM


Hanyang University began as Korea’s first private engineering institute and remains renowned for its engineering, architecture, and applied sciences programs. Now it has expanded to include medicine, humanities, business, arts, and social sciences, offering students a well‑rounded education.

Global Outlook and International Opportunities


HYU maintains partnerships with over 800 partner universities in 88 countries and welcomes thousands of international students annually. Its global programs, student exchanges, and international collaborations help prepare students for global careers.

Practical Education with Industry & Entrepreneurship Focus


The university emphasizes practical, career‑oriented education. Through research centers, industry‑university collaboration initiatives (under the umbrella of Seoul RISE), and a dedicated support system for startups and innovation, Hanyang University supports technology commercialization and entrepreneurship for students and graduates.

Distinctive, Accessible Campuses


Hanyang University’s Seoul Campus, located in the heart of the city, offers a modern, student-friendly environment with easy access to culture, industry, and transportation, while the ERICA Campus in Ansan emphasizes research, technology, and industry-academia collaboration, providing state-of-the-art facilities and hands-on opportunities for students in engineering, science, and applied fields.

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6

National Rank (Korea)

20

2026 QS Asia Rank

159

2026 QS World Rank

Programs at Hanyang University

Bachelor’s degrees at Hanyang University

Hanyang University offers a diverse range of undergraduate programs across colleges such as Engineering, Natural Sciences, Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts, with a strong emphasis on practical education, industry collaboration, and research-based learning.

Popular Majors

Architecture and Design

Computer Science

Engineering

Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul English International Studies International Studies International Studies [English Track] International Studies [English Track]
Seoul Korean Humanities Humanities Chinese Language and Literature Chinese Language and Literature
Seoul Korean Humanities Humanities English Language and Literature English Language and Literature
Seoul Korean Humanities Humanities German Language and Literature German Language and Literature
Seoul Korean Humanities Humanities History History
Seoul Korean Humanities Humanities Korean Language and Literature Korean Language and Literature
Seoul Korean Humanities Humanities Philosophy Philosophy
Seoul Korean International Studies International Studies Global Content Converge Global Content Converge
Seoul Korean Policy Science Policy Science Policy Studies Policy Studies
Seoul Korean Policy Science Policy Science Public Administration Public Administration
Seoul Korean Social Sciences Social Sciences Media Communication Media and Communication
Seoul Korean Social Sciences Social Sciences Political Science and International Studies Political Science and International Studies
Seoul Korean Social Sciences Social Sciences Sociology Sociology
Seoul Korean Social Sciences Social Sciences Tourism Tourism
Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul English Business Business Business Administration [English Track] Global Management Track
Seoul Korean Business Business Business Administration Business Administration
Seoul Korean Business Business Finance Finance
Seoul Korean Economics and Finance Economics and Finance Economics and Finance Economics & Finance
Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul English Engineering Engineering Data Science [English Track] Data Science [English Track]
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Architectural Engineering (4-year program) Architectural Engineering (4-year program)
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Architecture (5-year program) Architecture (5-year program)
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Automotive Engineering Automotive Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Bioengineering Bioengineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Computer Science Computer Science
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Earth Resources and Environmental Earth Resources and Environmental
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Electrical and Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Electrical and Biomedical Engineering Electrical Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Electronic Engineering Electronic Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Energy Engineering Energy Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Industrial Engineering Industrial Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Information System Information System
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Materials Science and Engineering Materials Science and Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Nuclear Engineering Nuclear Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Organic and Nano Engineering Organic and Nano Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Urban Planning and Engineering Urban Planning and Engineering
Seoul Korean Natural Sciences Natural Sciences Chemistry Chemistry
Seoul Korean Natural Sciences Natural Sciences Life Science Life Science
Seoul Korean Natural Sciences Natural Sciences Mathematics Mathematics
Seoul Korean Natural Sciences Natural Sciences Physics Physics
Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul Korean Education Education Applied Art Education Applied Art Education
Seoul Korean Education Education Education Education
Seoul Korean Education Education Educational Technology Educational Technology
Seoul Korean Education Education English Language Education English Language Education
Seoul Korean Education Education Korean Language Education Korean Language Education
Seoul Korean Education Education Mathematics Education Mathematics Education
Seoul Korean Music Music Composition Composition
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Ajaeng
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Composition
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Gayageum
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Geomungo
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Korean Fiddle
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Large Transverse
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Percussion Instrument
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Pipe
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Theory
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Vocal music-Jungga
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Vocal music-Kyungseodosori
Seoul Korean Music Music Korean Traditional Music Vocal music-Pansori
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Bassoon
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Bass Trombone
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Cello
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Clarinet
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Double Bass
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Flute
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Horn
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Oboe
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Percussion Instrument
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Saxophone
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Tenor Trombone
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Trumpet
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Tuba
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Viola
Seoul Korean Music Music Orchestral Instruments Violin
Seoul Korean Music Music Piano Piano
Seoul Korean Music Music Voice Voice
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Dance Ballet
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Dance Korean Dance
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Dance Modern Dance
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Sport Industry and Science Sport Management
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Sport Industry and Science Sport Science
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Theatre and Film Acting
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Theatre and Film Film
Seoul Korean Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts and Sport Theatre and Film Play directing and Staff
Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul Korean Human Ecology Human Ecology Clothing and Textiles Clothing & Textiles
Seoul Korean Human Ecology Human Ecology Food and Nutrition Food & Nutrition
Seoul Korean Human Ecology Human Ecology Interior Architecture Design Interior Architecture Design

Course length

With a D-2 student visa: 4 to 5 years

Application Periods

Fall Intake: Mar 4 – Mar 27, 2026

Admission Eligibility

  1. A non-Korean national whose parents are BOTH non-Korean nationals.
  2. Applicant who has completed, or is expected to complete all regular educational courses equivalent to Korean elementary, middle, and high school.

Student Visas

Students enrolled in degree programs at Korean universities may be eligible for a D-2 student visa. Visa eligibility and requirements are determined solely by Korean immigration and the university.

Scholarship Information

  1. Hanyang International Scholarship Program (HISP).
  2. Hanyang Scholarship for Excellence in English Language Proficiency.
  3. Hanyang Scholarship for Excellence in TOPIK.
  4. Hanyang Institute of International Education (IIE) Scholarship.

Please note that scholarship availability, eligibility, and application procedures differ by institution.

Tuition and Fees

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Pricing

Application Fee

KRW 142,000

The application fee is not refundable.

Bachelors Degree

KRW 5,028,000 ~ 7,448,000 per semester

The prices provided above are for reference purposes only. Prices shown are estimates and vary by major/term.

Keep in mind that one semester typically consists of 16 to 20 weeks. 

Campuses & Location

Wangsimni

The Wangsimni area, where Hanyang University’s Seoul Campus is located, is a vibrant student-centered neighborhood known for its affordable restaurants, cafés, and lively atmosphere shaped by multiple nearby universities. 

Hanyang University Station (Line 2), directly connected to the campus, along with Wangsimni Station (Lines 2, 5, Gyeongui–Jungang, and Suin–Bundang), provides excellent access to central Seoul, including Hongdae, Gangnam, and City Hall.

Its strong transportation network makes the area especially appealing for students who value mobility and urban convenience. Simultaneously, it offers everyday conveniences and residential streets that make student life comfortable and practical.

Ansan

The Ansan area surrounding Hanyang University’s ERICA Campus offers a quieter, more spacious environment compared to central Seoul, with a strong focus on student life and research facilities. The neighborhood features green spaces, and affordable housing and dining options, creating a calm and focused atmosphere well suited for studying.

Hanyang University at Ansan Station (Line 4 and Suin–Bundang Line) connects the campus to Seoul and nearby cities, allowing students to commute easily while enjoying a more relaxed daily environment.

The balance between accessibility and a less crowded setting makes ERICA an attractive option for students seeking a campus-oriented lifestyle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Applicants with a GED, homeschooling, or alternative degrees are not eligible for admission. Please contact us for further details.

Yes. Applicants are required to submit proof of language proficiency. Some fields may require a higher level of proficiency.
The minimum accepted scores are as follows:
• Data Science majors: TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0
• Business Administration majors: TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0
• International Studies majors: TOELF iBT 89 or IELTS 6.5

Applicants must submit a TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) or TOPIK iBT certificate at Level 4 or higher, or a Hanyang IIE Academic transcript at Level 4 or higher.

Hanyang University has a single application round, which takes approximately four months to finalize.

Tuition is paid on a per-semester basis.

Unless otherwise stated as “copy,” all documents must be original. If a document cannot be reissued or the original is unavailable, a notarized copy may be accepted.
Please note that if any submitted materials contain false information, admission will be revoked immediately, and readmission will not be permitted.

Yes. You can apply for the school dormitory on a per-semester basis.
Fees vary by room type, starting at KRW 682,000 for male students and KRW 909,000 for female students.
Please contact us for more information.

Hanyang University offers four scholarships to new applicants, which are selected during the admissions process without the need to apply:
• Hanyang International Scholarship Program (HISP): Based on overall scholastic achievement in the document evaluation or artistic work.
• Hanyang Scholarship for Excellence in English Language Proficiency: Awarded to applicants who achieve a TOEFL iBT score of 90 or higher or an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher.
• Hanyang Scholarship for Excellence in TOPIK: Awarded to applicants who have achieved a high level on the TOPIK exam.
• Hanyang Institute of International Education (IIE) Scholarship: Awarded to applicants who have completed the Korean language program at IIE.

Hanyang University may require interviews during the application process, depending on the program of choice.

The Seoul campus offers excellent sports facilities (track and field, Olympic gymnasium), diverse housing and dining options, and numerous on-campus shops to make daily life convenient for students.
The ERICA campus provides similar facilities on a smaller scale, including an outdoor theatre and various sports facilities such as a beach volleyball court, tennis courts, futsal courts, and more.

Yes. Hanyang University is the alma mater of many well-known Korean talents, including actor Lee Byung‑hun (Squid Game) and K‑pop idol Jeonghan (Seventeen).

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