Korea University
Seoul, South Korea · QS World Rank #61
Living cost in Seoul: KRW 1,030,000–1,230,000/mo official source
Living cost in South Korea: KRW 20,000,000/yr official source
English requirements
What this university states for taught postgraduate entry, across every test it accepts. Individual programmes can ask for more — the table below shows a programme's own score where we have verified it.
| Test | Overall | Min per section |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL(0-120 scale) | 71 | — |
| IELTS | 5.5 | — |
Graduate School general admission eligibility minimum; mandatory only for certain departments, and other programmes may set higher or additional requirements. TOEFL MyBest and IELTS Indicator not accepted · official source
Verified programmes (3)
Master's programmes at this university that we have verified against its official pages — the field each maps to, and a direct link to the official course page.
| Programme | Field | Length | Tuition (intl) | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA in International Studies – International Commerce | International Trade Law, Digital Trade | 24 moIntake: Mar, Sep | KRW 14,366,000/yr | See official page |
| MA in International Studies – International Development & Cooperation | International Development, Development Economics | 24 moIntake: Mar, Sep | KRW 14,366,000/yr | See official page |
| MA in International Studies – International Peace & Security | Global Governance, Peace and Conflict Studies | 24 moIntake: Mar, Sep | KRW 14,366,000/yr | See official page |
Scholarships that fund study here
Schemes whose verified destinations include this country. Check each scheme's rules for your programme and nationality.
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What master's programmes does Korea University offer?
We have verified 3 master's programmes at Korea University against its official pages, concentrated in International Trade Law, Digital Trade, International Development, Development Economics, Global Governance.
How much is international tuition at Korea University?
Across the programmes we verified, international tuition is about KRW 14,366,000. It varies by programme — confirm on the official course page.
What IELTS score does Korea University require?
Korea University's university-wide minimum for taught master's entry is IELTS 5.5 (TOEFL and others also accepted). Individual programmes can require more.
How much does it cost to live in Seoul as a student?
Student living costs in Seoul are around KRW 1,030,000–1,230,000/mo (official source).
Are there scholarships to study at Korea University?
Yes. Scholarships that fund study in South Korea include: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS).
Programme names and tuition are verified against official pages and dated in our database; nothing here is a paid placement. Confirm current details on the official course page before applying.