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Sungkonghoe University

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Sungkonghoe University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Sungkonghoe University is a university in Seoul, South Korea, and it is best suited to students looking for a school with a strong emphasis on social sciences. It also has a theological graduate school that trains Anglican priests, so it may fit applicants interested in theology as well as social science fields.

  2. What you can study

    The university is particularly respected in the research and education of social sciences. It also has a theological graduate school that trains Anglican priests. A wider programme catalogue is not published, so confirm the current list of degrees and departments on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for the current application route, required documents, and deadlines. Because specific entry requirements are not published here, confirm the exact academic and language requirements directly with the admissions office before you apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Seoul will depend on housing, transport, and daily spending, so plan for those separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm this before you apply. Also check visa steps, whether your previous qualifications are accepted, and what documents are needed for admission and enrolment.

  6. How it compares

    South Korea has 245 universities, so this is one option in a crowded higher-education market. Its main point of difference is its social sciences focus and its theological graduate school for Anglican priest training, which makes it more specific than many general 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 Sungkonghoe University

Where is Sungkonghoe University located?

It is in Seoul, South Korea.

What subject area is Sungkonghoe University especially known for?

It is particularly respected in the research and education of social sciences.

Does Sungkonghoe University have a theological graduate school?

Yes. It has a theological graduate school that trains Anglican priests.

How many universities are there in South Korea?

There are 245 universities in the country.

Overview

Sungkonghoe University is a private university in Seoul, South Korea. It was originally founded in 1914 by the Anglican Communion and became a comprehensive university in 1994. It is one of the most progressive universities in South Korea with an academic mission dedicated to the promotion of human rights, democracy, and peace on the Korean peninsula. It is particularly respected in the research and education of social sciences. In addition, it is the only university in Korea that has a theological graduate school that trains Anglican priests.

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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