Sejong University

Sejong University (세종대학교) is a private research university in Seoul, South Korea, known for its top-ranked programs in hospitality and tourism management, dance, animation, rhythmic gymnastics, computer science, and AI. Established originally as the Kyung Sung Humanities Institute and renamed in 1978 to honor King Sejong the Great, the university has grown into a comprehensive institution offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs. With strong research capabilities and a globally focused campus, Sejong University continues to lead in innovation, creativity, and advanced technology.

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SPRING 2027 APPLICATION DATES:
1st ROUND: SEPTEMBER 7 - SEPTEMBER 21, 2026
2nd ROUND: OCTOBER 22 - NOVEMBER 13, 2026

*NOTE: The above deadlines indicate the date by which all application documents must be completed and submitted.

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Sejong University

Features

Leading Hospitality, Tourism, and Arts Excellence


Sejong University is highly recognized in Asia for its top hospitality and tourism education, along with outstanding arts and performance programs in dance, animation, and rhythmic gymnastics supported by expert faculty and industry connections. Leading Hospitality, Tourism, and Arts Excellence

Strong Global Partnerships & Exchange Opportunities


Sejong University maintains active partnerships with universities worldwide, offering students extensive exchange programs, dual-degree options, and international learning experiences.

High Graduate Employability & Industry Connections


The university has strong ties with major companies and organizations, providing students with internships, career support, and high post-graduation employment rates.

Convenient and Student-Friendly Seoul Campus


Located in central Seoul, Sejong University offers a modern, walkable, and well-organized campus that provides a safe, convenient, and supportive environment with strong student services and a globally welcoming atmosphere.

Rankings

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National Rank (Korea)

100

2026 QS Asia Rank

396

2026 QS World Rank

Programs at Sejong University

Bachelor’s degrees at Sejong University

Sejong University offers a wide array of Bachelor’s degree programs across colleges like Liberal Arts, Business, Hospitality, and Engineering, focused on fostering convergence talent with strong academic foundations and practical skills in line with future-oriented research.

Popular Majors

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Computer Science & Software

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul English Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts Global Leadership International Affairs
Seoul English Liberal Arts and Social Science Social Sciences Media and Communication Media and Communication
Seoul English Liberal Arts and Social Science Social Sciences Public Administration Public Administration
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts Education Education
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts Global Leadership International Trade and Commerce
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts Global Leadership Korean Language and Culture
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts History History
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts International Studies Chinese Trade and Commerce
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts International Studies English Data Convergence Major
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts International Studies Japanese Language and Literature
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Liberal Arts Korean Language and Literature Korean Language and Literature
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Social Sciences Law Law
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Social Sciences Media and Communication Media and Communication
Seoul Korean Liberal Arts and Social Science Social Sciences Public Administration Public Administration
Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul English Business, Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Business and Economics Economics Economics
Seoul English Business, Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Business and Economics Faculty of Business Administration Faculty of Business Administration
Seoul English Business, Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Hospitality and Tourism Management Faculty of Hospitality, Tourism and Food Service Management Hospitality and Tourism Management
Seoul Korean Business, Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Business and Economics Economics Economics
Seoul Korean Business, Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Business and Economics Faculty of Business Administration Faculty of Business Administration
Seoul Korean Business, Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Hospitality and Tourism Management Faculty of Hospitality, Tourism and Food Service Management Food Service Management
Seoul Korean Business, Economics, Hospitality and Tourism Hospitality and Tourism Management Faculty of Hospitality, Tourism and Food Service Management Hospitality and Tourism Management
Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul English IT Convergence Computer Science and Engineering Computer Science and Engineering
Seoul English IT Convergence Creative Studies Comics and Animation Technology Major
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Architectural Engineering Architectural Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Architecture (5-year) Architecture (5-year)
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Energy Resources and Geosystems Engineering Energy Resources and Geosystems Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Environment, Energy and Geoinformatics Environment, Energy and Geoinformatics
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Environmental Engineering Environmental Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Nano Technology and Advanced Materials Engineering Nano Technology and Advanced Materials Engineering
Seoul Korean Engineering Engineering Quantum and Nuclear Engineering Quantum and Nuclear Engineering
Seoul Korean IT Convergence AI Convergence Electronic AI Convergence Electronic
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Artificial Intelligence Data Science Artificial Intelligence Data Science
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Computer and Information Security Computer and Information Security
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Computer Science and Engineering Computer Science and Engineering
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Creative Studies Innovation Design Major/Comics and Animation Technology Major
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Engineering Engineering
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Intelligence and Information Convergence Intelligence and Information Convergence
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Semiconductor Systems Engineering Semiconductor Systems Engineering
Seoul Korean IT Convergence Software Software
Seoul Korean Natural and Life Sciences Life Sciences Faculty of Biological Systems Bioindustry and Bioresource Engineering
Seoul Korean Natural and Life Sciences Life Sciences Faculty of Biological Systems Food Science and Biotechnology
Seoul Korean Natural and Life Sciences Life Sciences Faculty of Biological Systems Integrative Bioscience and Biotechnology
Seoul Korean Natural and Life Sciences Life Sciences Integrative Biological Sciences and Industry Integrative Biological Sciences and Industry
Seoul Korean Natural and Life Sciences Natural Sciences Chemistry Chemistry
Seoul Korean Natural and Life Sciences Natural Sciences Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Statistics
Seoul Korean Natural and Life Sciences Natural Sciences Physics and Astronomy Physics and Astronomy
Location Track Field College Department Major
Seoul English Arts and Physical Education Arts and Physical Education Music Professional Music
Seoul Korean Arts and Physical Education Arts and Physical Education Dance Dance
Seoul Korean Arts and Physical Education Arts and Physical Education Fashion Design Fashion Design
Seoul Korean Arts and Physical Education Arts and Physical Education Film Art Film Art
Seoul Korean Arts and Physical Education Arts and Physical Education Music Music
Seoul Korean Arts and Physical Education Arts and Physical Education Painting Painting
Seoul Korean Arts and Physical Education Arts and Physical Education Physical Education (Male) Physical Education (Male)

Course length

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

Application Periods

Spring Intake:
  1. First round: Sep 8 ~ Sep 19, 2025 (5:00PM)
  2. Second round: Oct 27 ~ Nov 10, 2025 (5:00PM)

    Admission Eligibility

    1. A non-Korean national whose parents are BOTH non-Korean nationals
    2. A student who has completed, or is expected to complete primary and secondary education at the time of application (Vocational schools are included).
    3. A non-Korean national who satisfies the language proficiency requirements.

    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. Sejong International Scholarship A (First Semester).
    2. Sejong International Scholarship B (First Semester).

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

    Tuition and Fees

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    Pricing

    Application Fee

    KRW 150,000 

    The application fee is not refundable. 

    Bachelors Degree

    KRW 4,556,000 ~ 6,237,000 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

    Children's Grand Park

    The Children’s Grand Park area, where Sejong University is located, is a lively yet comfortable neighborhood that blends student life with family-friendly parks, cafés, and everyday conveniences, offering a balanced atmosphere that feels both energetic and relaxed.

    Children’s Grand Park Station (Line 7) and Gunja Station (Lines 5 and 7), about a 10-minute walk from the university, provide excellent connectivity to major parts of Seoul and popular cultural areas. The well-connected setting makes it an ideal location for students seeking both convenience and a pleasant daily environment.

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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.
    Applicants from English-speaking countries are exempt from this requirement. Applicants from non-English-speaking countries who completed their education in an English-speaking country are still required to submit English proficiency test results.

    Accepted minimum scores are as follows:
    • IELTS: 5.5
    • TOEFL iBT: 71
    • New TEPS: 327

    This depends on your chosen major. Some fields require a higher TOPIK level.
    Applicants applying with the Sejong Language Program must meet additional requirements.

    Accepted minimum scores are as follows:
    • Creative Studies, Arts and Physical Education majors: Level 2
    • Korean Language and Literature, Media and Communication, Business Administration: Level 4
    • Others: Level 3

    Sejong University has two admission rounds, and each round takes approximately two 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. Dormitory applications are accepted on a per-semester basis (approximately six months).
    The dormitory fee is approximately KRW 1,600,000 per semester.

    There are two scholarships available for new students:
    • Sejong International Scholarship A: Awarded based on language proficiency scores.
    • Sejong International Scholarship B: For students from the Sejong Language Center at Sejong University (additional requirements apply).

    Please contact us for more information!

    Generally, interviews are not part of the application process; however, they may be required by individual colleges or departments.

    The campus offers a range of facilities, including a library with study spaces and book borrowing services, a gym, a cafeteria, and a sports field available for rent, among others.

    Yes. Sejong University is the alma mater of many well-known Korean figures, including actors Song Hye-kyo (The Glory) and Yoo Yeon-seok (When the Phone Rings), as well as singers Chungha and G-Dragon, along with other notable figures.

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