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Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) vs Yonsei University
A side-by-side comparison for international students choosing where to study for a bachelor's degree in Korea. Every figure is drawn from our verified university directory.
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| Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) | Yonsei University | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ulsan | Seoul · Sinchon |
| World ranking | QS 310 · THE 201-250 | QS 50 · THE 86 |
| Rank in Korea | — | #2 |
| Type | National (public) | Private |
| International students | 8% | 17% |
| Total students | 3,900 | 42,000 |
| Founded | 2007 | 1885 |
| Dormitory | Yes | Yes |
| English-taught programs | Yes | Yes |
| Undergraduate fields | Engineering, Natural Science, Social Science | Social Science, Natural Science, Engineering |
| Lowest TOPIK level | Level 3 | Level 3 |
| Annual tuition (international) | ~₩5.6M to ₩6.6M | ~₩9.1M to ₩18.4M |
At a glance
- Yonsei University holds the higher international ranking of the two.
- Yonsei University has the larger international student community (17% vs 8%).
- Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has the lower published international tuition.
- Both offer English-taught programs, so neither requires Korean to apply.
Read the full picture on each school's page: Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) and Yonsei University.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) or Yonsei University better for a bachelor's degree?
Both are among Korea's top universities open to international students. Yonsei University holds the higher international ranking of the two. Yonsei University has the larger international student community (17% vs 8%). Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has the lower published international tuition. Both offer English-taught programs, so neither requires Korean to apply. The right choice depends on your field, budget, and whether you need an English-taught program, so use the side-by-side table above to weigh them for a bachelor's degree.
Do Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) and Yonsei University teach in English?
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST): yes, it offers English-taught programs. Yonsei University: yes, it offers English-taught programs. English-taught programs let you apply with an English test score instead of TOPIK.
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