Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in South Korea
We compared 9 universities in South Korea — typical tuition is ₹5.65 L a year.
Universities9
Typical tuition₹5.65 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹3.52 L – ₹8.13 Llowest course fee
Cities5
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 9 — Best Universities in South Korea
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 9 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajou University | Suwon-Si | — | ₹3.52 L | 14 |
| kyungpook National University | Daegu | — | — | 7 |
| Sejong University | Seoul | — | ₹8.13 L | 4 |
| Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology | Daejeon | — | — | 2 |
| Hanyang University | Seoul | — | ₹6.47 L | 1 |
| Korea University | Seoul | — | ₹4.83 L | 1 |
| Seoul National University | Seoul | — | — | 1 |
| Sungkyunkwan University | Seoul | — | ₹7.94 L | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in South Korea?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Ajou University, kyungpook National University, Sejong University, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Hanyang University. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in South Korea?
Across 6 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹5.65 L a year, ranging from ₹3.52 L to ₹8.13 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in South Korea?
Ajou University has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹3.52 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
9 universities match this guide; the top 9 are shown.
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