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Ewha Womans University

· Public University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Ewha Womans University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Ewha Womans University is a women’s university in Seoul, South Korea, and it suits students who want to study in a female-focused environment in the capital. It is a research university, but the specific programme catalogue is not published in the information available here.

  2. What you can study

    The programme catalogue is not published in the information available here. Confirm directly on the university’s official website which degree levels and subject areas are currently open to international applicants.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university’s official website and admissions office to confirm entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and whether there are separate steps for visa support or document submission. The university’s application process details are not published in the information available here.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here; confirm the current fee with its admissions office. Living costs in Seoul will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so check a current budget before applying.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published in the information available here, so confirm that before you apply. Also check visa requirements, housing options, document requirements, and whether your chosen programme accepts international students.

  6. How it compares

    South Korea has 245 universities, so Ewha Womans University sits in a large national system where applicants have many options. Its defining distinction is that it is a women’s university in Seoul, which makes it different from most other universities in the country.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Ewha Womans University

What type of university is Ewha Womans University?

It is a public university in South Korea and is described as a women’s research university in Seoul.

Where is Ewha Womans University located?

It is located in Seoul, South Korea.

Is the tuition fee published?

A tuition fee range is not published in the information available here; confirm the current fee with the admissions office.

How many universities are there in South Korea?

There are 245 universities in South Korea.

Overview

Ewha Womans University is a private women's research university in Seoul, South Korea. It was originally founded as Ewha Haktang on May 31, 1886, by missionary Mary F. Scranton. Currently, it is one of the world's largest female educational institutes and one of the most prestigious universities in South Korea. Ewha Womans University has produced numerous South Korean women leaders, including politicians, CEOs, and legal professionals.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for South Korea.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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