Undergraduate Admissions
1. University Admission Requirements
During their first year after admission, the undergraduate students study at the International College where they learn Korean language and culture and enroll in required subjects. From second year, they choose their program of study and move to their respective colleges.
Prospective students must submit application documents (refer to the list below) to the Office of Admissions and attend an interview. Depending on the results of the interview, one can be awarded a scholarship in the form of a 20% to 50% discount on tuition fees for the first semester. The scholarship can be renewed for each subsequent semester depending on the candidate’s grades.
| No | Freshman | Transfer Student | Documents | Contents |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | O | O | Application form | ▪USW form (Click to download) ▪3 photos (one on the application form) (for foreigners residing in Korea, submit a photo taken within the last 6 months that is different from the one on the alien registration card) |
| 2 | O | O | Certificate of eligibility for admission for foreigners | |
| 3 | O | O | Student registration inquiry agreement | |
| 4 | O | O | Consent to collection, use, and provision of personal information | |
| 5 | O | O | Study plan | |
| 6 | O | 3 passport size photos (white background) | ||
| 7 | O | O | Copies of elementary and middle school diplomas | ▪Refer to the notes below ▪In case of transfer admission, transcript must be translated into Korean. |
| 8 | O | O | A certified high school diploma and transcripts (all grades) | |
| 9 | O | O | Transcripts and diploma from previous institution (all grades) | |
| 10 | O | O | Certificate of Education (Chinese applicants only) | |
| 11 | O | O | Passport, Alien Registration card, ID card (copy) | ▪Notarized translation required ▪For students who personally do not own assets of &20,000 USD, but whose parents do. In such cases, certificates of employment and salary payment of the parents must be verified. |
| 12 | O | O | Parents’ passport copies, ID card copies | |
| 13 | O | O | Family relation certificate, birth certificate (certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) | |
| 14 | O | O | Documents proving parents' financial ability (consult with our school) | |
| 15 | O | O | A financial or bank statement under the applicant’s name | ▪Must show a current balance of at least &20,000USD ▪Mandatory deposit through overseas remittance (parent) |
| 16 | O | O | A certificate of the facts concerning the entry and exit | ▪For foreigners residing in Korea only |
| 17 | O | O | (*English Track: IELTS score > 5.5 OR TOEFL score >80 *Korean Track: TOPIK Level 4 or above.) |
▪Refer to the application guidelines |
| 18 | O | O | Korean course completion certificate from Korean language institutes in Korea | |
| 19 | O | O | Attendance records and transcript from Korean language institutes in Korea |
- * Notice
1. 1. International students (Freshmen) and transferees (except Chinese students) must submit either 1) or 2):
1) Apostilled diploma or degree certificates
2) Documents proving academic achievements which have been confirmed by the Korean Consulate located in your country or your country's embassy located in South Korea
- If the documents are from a country that is a member of the Apostille Convention, please attach the apostille confirmation received from an appropriate office.
2. Freshmen and transferees from China
1) For graduates of general high schools, submit ① or ②: /p>
① Graduation certificate verified by the China Credentials Verification
② Graduation certificate verified by the China Academic Degrees & Graduate Education Information
2) For graduates of vocational high schools, submit ① or ②
① Graduation certificate issued by the school. This should be verified by the Provincial Office of Education and by the Consulate General/Embassy of the Republic of Korea in China.
② Graduation certificate issued by the Education Office of the Province. This should be verified by the Provincial Office of Education and by the Consulate General/Embassy of the Republic of Korea in China.
A. Original documents should be submitted by all applicants (except the documents specified as acceptable for submitting scanned copies)
B. For Chinese applicants, submit the Certificate of Family Relations:
- For Chinese applicants, submit the Certificate of Family Relations
- Submit a copy of the Household Certificate and a verified Certificate of Family Relation translated in English or Korean in case the applicant and the parents are not on the same copy of the Household Certificate.
C. Submit a copy of Certificate of Divorce when the applicant’s parents are divorced; a copy of Certificate of Death when the applicant’s parents are deceased.
D. A bank statement issued within 30 days before the applicant submits the application.
※ Send the scanned copies of the documents to intl.college@suwon.ac.kr for the first round of document examination.
2. Major
| College | Major | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | College of Humanities and Social Integration | Major in English Language & Literature, Major in Russian Language & Literature, Major in Japanese Language & Literature, Major in Chinese Language & Literature, Major in Law, Major in Public Administration, Major in Media Communication, Major in Digital Heritage, Major in Fire and Public Administration |
| 2 | College of Business Engineering | Major in Management, Major in Global Business, Major in Accounting, Major in Economics & Finance, Major in Hotel, Tourism, Restaurant |
| 3 | College of Innovative Engineering | Major in Biotechnology, Major in Construction Environment Engineering, Major in Environmental & Energy Engineering, Major in Architecture, Major in Urban Planning & Real Estate Development, Major in Mechanical Engineering, Major in Semiconductor Engineering, Major in Electrical Engineering, Major in Electronic Engineering, Major in Information & Communication Engineering, Major in Chemical Engineering, Major in New Materials Engineering |
| 4 | College of Intelligent Software Convergence | Major in AI Big Data, Major in AI Software, Major in Computer Engineering, Major in Information Security, Major in Security Management |
| 5 | College of Life Care Science Technology | Major in Child & Family Welfare, Major in Clothing & Textiles, Major in Food & Nutrition, Major in Physical Education, Major in Leisure Sports, Major in Health Management |
| 6 | College of Design and Art | Major in Korean Painting, Major in Western Painting, Major in Sculpture, Major in Communication Design, Major in Fashion Design, Major in Craft Design |
| 7 | College of Music Technology | Major in Art and Technology Composition, Major in Vocal Music, Major in Piano, Major in Orchestra, Major in Traditional Korean Music |
| 8 | College of Culture and Arts Convergence | Major in Film & Digital Arts, Major in Theater & Digital Arts, Major in Digital Content |
| 9 | International College | Interdisciplinary Studies (Korean Track), International Management (English Track), Global Culture & Media (English Track) |
English Track Offered by International College
· International Management, Global Culture & Media
Students in the English Track are required to choose one major and will continue their studies within the International College from the second to the fourth year.
The B.A. in International Management is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program offered by the International College at the University of Suwon. This program equips students with the strategic, cultural, and technological skills needed to lead in an increasingly interconnected global economy. Designed for a new generation of global talent, the curriculum combines international business knowledge with innovation, digital literacy, and cross-cultural communication. Students will explore core areas such as global leadership, communications, marketing, and business analytics, while also engaging deeply with emerging fields including AI-based management, data-driven strategy, and media-driven business models. Courses emphasize real-world application through workshops, case studies, project-based learning, and consulting work with external partners, with a strong focus on digital transformation, ethical leadership, and creative business thinking.
The B.A. in Global Culture and Media trains students to understand how digital media shapes human behavior, communication, and cultural exchange in a global context. The program prepares students for content planning, marketing, and production roles in digital and entertainment industries. Through real-world case studies, students analyze current trends in media, gaming, webtoons, K-pop, and film. They also gain experience in public speaking, storytelling, and visual communication, developing the ability to navigate and contribute to the fast-changing digital content environment. Students explore cultural content across regions, with particular attention to intercultural communication, the influence of Korean popular culture, and the global content industry. Courses address how values, identity, and language affect media creation and reception, and how to use data to interpret cultural patterns and audience behavior. Through the lens of both humanities and social sciences, students gain a structured understanding of media’s impact on global society.
3. Admission for Undergraduates and tuition fee
- Application Fee: ￦100, 000
- Fee per semester: ￦3,257,000
* Fee may vary by major.
* Medical Insurance is included to the tuition fee.
* All costs in the above are subject to change without prior notice.