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About
Kangwon National University (KNU) is a prominent national university in South Korea, established in 1947. It is recognized for its high-quality education, research capabilities, and strong industry-academy cooperation. With its main campus in Chuncheon, a scenic lakeside city about an hour from Seoul, KNU also operates campuses in Gangneung, Samcheok, and Wonju, following its merger with Gangneung-Wonju National University in March 2026, becoming the first province-wide integrated national university in South Korea. The university is known for its diverse academic programs and commitment to fostering global talent.
UNIREAL Score
75/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 75
Overview
- Country
- Korea, Republic of
- City
- Chuncheon
- Established
- 1947
- Students
- 30,000
- Programs
- 123
- Tuition (yearly)
- €3,000
- Admission period
- September – December
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Where is Kangwon National University?
Kangwon National University is located in Chuncheon, Korea, Republic of.
How much does it cost to study at Kangwon National University?
Typical yearly tuition at Kangwon National University is about €3,000. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to Kangwon National University?
Admission at Kangwon National University usually runs September – December.
What can I study at Kangwon National University?
Kangwon National University offers about 123 programs, including Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture and Life Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy.
What is the UNIREAL Score of Kangwon National University?
Kangwon National University has a UNIREAL Score of 75/100, calculated from: research activity.
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