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Sangmyung University

Β· Public University

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Sangmyung University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Sangmyung University is a university in South Korea with campuses in Seoul and Cheonan. It suits applicants who want a Korean university with multiple campus locations and should check the official site for the programmes currently open to international students.

  2. What you can study

    Sangmyung University has a main campus in Jongno, Seoul, and an auxiliary campus in Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the university website for the current list of subjects and degrees before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university website to confirm the application route, required documents, deadlines, and whether the programme they want is open to non-Korean students. The university does not publish admissions details here, so confirm all requirements with its admissions office before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee here. Confirm the current fee for your programme with its admissions office, and budget separately for living costs in Seoul or Cheonan depending on the campus you choose.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university website is the first place to check for language of instruction, entry requirements, and any support for international students. Before applying, confirm which campus you would study at, what documents are needed, and whether the programme matches your language level.

  6. How it compares

    South Korea has 245 universities, so Sangmyung University sits within a large higher-education system rather than a small one. Its main practical distinction for an overseas applicant is its two-campus structure in Seoul and Cheonan, so it is worth comparing location and programme availability before deciding.

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 β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Sangmyung University

What country is Sangmyung University in?

South Korea.

What type of institution is Sangmyung University?

Public.

What are the campuses?

The main campus is in Jongno, Seoul, and there is an auxiliary campus in Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do.

What is the official website?

http://www.smu.ac.kr/

Overview

Sangmyung University (Korean: 상λͺ…λŒ€ν•™κ΅) is a private university in South Korea with the main campus in Jongno, Seoul, and an auxiliary campus in Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do. It was established in 1937, with the Sangmyung Women's College being founded in 1965, and the Sangmyung Women's College in Cheonan in 1985. In 1987, the college was promoted to a university and changed its name to Sangmyung Women's University. In 1996, it changed into coeducation and changed its name to Sangmyung University.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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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 β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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