Suwon University
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Rankings
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World University Rankings 2026
Ranking positions 2016 to 2026
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Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026
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Overview of Suwon University
The University of Suwon (수원대학교) was founded in 1977 (officially became a comprehensive university in 1982) under the sponsorship of the Kowoon Foundation. With over 40 years of development, the university has established its position as a prestigious private higher education institution, offering multidisciplinary programs.
The university is located in Gyeonggi-do, a major metropolitan area bordering Seoul. This location is extremely convenient, only about a 30-40 minute express train ride from Seoul, allowing students easy access to a bustling economic and cultural center while enjoying a spacious and quiet learning environment. Hwaseong is also a city with many UNESCO-recognized world cultural heritages, providing a rich experience for international students.
Information
The University of Suwon is highly regarded for its unique strengths, particularly in the fields of Arts, Music, and Technology.
Focus on Entrepreneurship & Industry 4.0: The university was selected by the South Korean Ministry of Employment and Labor as a training institution for Industry 4.0 human resources, and by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups as a supervisory organization for startup programs. This demonstrates a strong investment in innovative educational programs.
Prestige in Arts and Design: The University of Suwon is renowned for its Music, Design, and Arts departments, featuring specialized facilities and top-tier educational quality.
Academic Excellence: The university holds impressive rankings in several disciplines, such as ranking 63rd in Engineering and 60th in Information Technology in South Korea (according to certain rankings).
Global Network: The university has partnered with over 141 universities across 26 countries worldwide, opening up international exchange and study opportunities for students.
Admission Requirements
| REQUIREMENTS | Korean Language Program | University |
| Parents do not hold Korean nationality | ✓ | ✓ |
| High school graduation (within the past 3 years) | ✓ | ✓ |
| University graduation / Bachelor’s degree | ||
| GPA of 6.5 or above | ✓ | ✓ |
| TOPIK Level 3 or IELTS 5.5 or above | ✓ | |
| Proof of financial capability (KRW 10,000,000–20,000,000) | 10.000.000 KRW | 20.000.000 KRW |
Programs & Tuition
Tuition
Admission Fee: 50,000 KRW
Tuition Fee: 4,800,000 KRW/ Semester
Courses
| Level | Teaching content |
| Level 1 | • Enhances essential academic reading and listening comprehension skills for university classes; trains students to grasp main ideas and detailed information from lectures, while developing effective note-taking skills. • Practice summarizing, expressing opinions, constructing paragraphs, and delivering presentations based on academic texts across diverse topics. Through this, students improve their ability to express thoughts logically by applying essential vocabulary and grammar required in college classrooms. |
| Level 2 | • Focuses on enhancing comprehension of specialized and academic texts, analyzing lecture content, engaging in critical reading, and participating in discussions, enabling students to seamlessly follow university lectures taught in English. • Completes authentic university tasks such as writing academic essays and reports, delivering presentations, and participating in text-based discussions. Through this, students strengthen their comprehensive academic English proficiency to actively participate in English-medium classes upon matriculation. |
Scholarship
| Scholarship Type | Eligibility Criteria | Award Value | Notes |
| Top Academic Excellence Scholarship | Ranked 1st overall in the entire course | 50% tuition reduction for the following semester | |
| Academic Excellence Scholarship | Ranked 1st in each proficiency level (Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced | 30% tuition reduction for the following semester | Awarded to students ranked 1st in each class by level |
| Học bổng đạt TOPIK | Ranked 1st in each proficiency level (Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced) | 100% TOPIK examination fee reimbursement | Once per year |
| TOPIK Achievement Scholarship | Achieving TOPIK Level 2 or higher during the study period | 100% TOPIK examination fee reimbursement | Up to twice per year |
| TOPIK Level Advancement Scholarship | Currently holding TOPIK Level 3 or higher and advancing at least one level | 5% tuition discount | Applicable when paying the full tuition fee for 4 semesters (1 year) in advance |
Tuition
Tuition Fee: 6,188,000 – 8,616,000 KRW/ Year (Depending on major)
Majors
Scholarship
| Đối tượng | Loại học bổng | Nội dung |
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Tân sinh viên
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Học bổng tiếng Hàn
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Người có TOPIK cấp 6: Giảm 100% học phí kỳ đầu |
| Người có TOPIK cấp 5: Giảm 50% học phí kỳ đầu | ||
| Người có TOPIK cấp 4: Giảm 40% học phí kỳ đầu | ||
| Người có TOPIK cấp 3: Giảm 30% học phí kỳ đầu | ||
| Trường hợp hoàn thành từ 2 học kỳ khóa học tiếng Hàn của trường với thành tích xuất sắc và được Giám đốc Viện Giáo dục Ngôn ngữ Toàn cầu đề cử: Giảm 40% học phí kỳ đầu | ||
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Học bổng tiếng Anh
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IELTS từ 8.5 trở lên: Giảm 80% học phí kỳ đầu | |
| IELTS từ 7.5 đến dưới 8.5: Giảm 50% học phí kỳ đầu | ||
| IELTS từ 6.5 đến dưới 7.5: Giảm 40% học phí kỳ đầu | ||
| Học bổng xuất sắc | Giảm 40%, 30% hoặc 20% học phí tùy theo điểm phỏng vấn đầu vào | |
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Sinh viên chuyển tiếp
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Học bổng tiếng Hàn
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Người có TOPIK cấp 5 trở lên: Giảm 50% học phí kỳ đầu |
| Trường hợp hoàn thành từ 3 học kỳ khóa học tiếng Hàn của trường với thành tích xuất sắc và được Giám đốc Viện Giáo dục Ngôn ngữ Toàn cầu đề cử: Giảm 40% học phí kỳ đầu | ||
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Sinh viên đang học (không bao gồm sinh viên chuyển tiếp)
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Học bổng ACE Global | Người có TOPIK từ cấp 4 trở lên hoặc IELTS từ 6.5 trở lên + GPA học kỳ trước từ 4.0 trở lên: Giảm 30% học phí |
| Học bổng ACE Nhân tài | Người có TOPIK từ cấp 4 trở lên hoặc IELTS từ 6.5 trở lên + GPA học kỳ trước từ 3.5 trở lên: Giảm 20% học phí |
Tuition
Majors
Dormitory
Dormitory Amenities
The University of Suwon dormitory system consists of two separate buildings: Gowoon Hall and Gyeongsang Hall.
Gowoon Hall:
– Room types: Double room (2-person) and Quad room (4-person)
– Fees:
+ Double room: 950,000 KRW/semester
+ Quad room: 750,000 KRW/semester
Gyeongsang Hall:
Room type: Premium double room with modern amenities
Fee: 1,500,000 KRW/semester
Estimated Costs
Key Student Statistics
A breakdown of student statistics at The University of Suwon
