Office of Admissions(Colleges)
Yonsei University's admissions programs are designed to accommodate the following school missions: First, to select talented students who can contribute to the Korean society as global leader with the spirit of truth and liberty. Second, to develop admissions policies and systems through which Yonsei can lead visions of higher education. Third, to make contributions to the Korean society and its social solidarity.
Underwood International College (UIC)
Every year Underwood International College (UIC) brings together students from a diverse range of national and ethnic backgrounds, providing them with a rigorous, world-class education through its innovative programs. The admission process is designed to accommodate different educational systems and to support equality of opportunity. An admissions committee reviews applications and comprehensively evaluates each prospective student. While admission to UIC is competitive, UIC looks beyond the numbers and seeks applicants with global mindsets, strong academic aspirations, and a spirit of dedication to community.
UIC is looking forward to receiving your application! International students are admitted on a rolling basis, while Korean applicants are admitted according to an annual admissions schedule. Korean and Overseas Korean students are advised to refer to the website of the Office of Admissions for more detailed information (http://admission.yonsei.ac.kr/seoul).
Global Leaders College
Global Leaders College (GLC) is for overseas Korean students and International students who have completed all 12 years of pre-university education overseas or the equivalent. GLC is designed to shape and foster overseas Korean students as well as international students adapt to Yonsei University and complete their studies.
Features:- 1Specialized intensive language classes aimed at university lecture attendance
- 2Through reinforcement of general education courses, make GLC students improve their communication ability suitable for Korean society.
- 3Individualized and specialized curriculum designed for each student through specialized academic and counseling program
- 4 By drastically reducing class sizes, a specialized small-scale education process is maintained with one-on-one discussion sessions, small-group seminars, and research studies.
- 5Internship opportunity
- 6 Explore Korean Culture