Main Fields of Study

Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Materials Science and Engineering

• Applied Chemical Engineering

• Urban Environmental Engineering

• Transportation Systems Engineering

• Architectural Engineering (4-year program) / Architectural Design (5-year program)

• Integrated Systems Engineering

Information Technology (IT)

• Computer Science and Electrical Engineering

• Data Science and Analysis

• Digital Media

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Data Management

• Integrated IT and Operations

Business

• Business Administration

• E-Business

• Accounting and Finance

• Global Business

Humanities

• Korean Language and Literature

• English Language and Literature

• Japanese Language and Literature

• History

• Information and Library Science

Social Sciences

• Economics

• Public Administration

• Psychology

• Social Welfare

• Political Science and Diplomacy

• Sports and Leisure Research

• Cultural Research and Media Communication (Undergraduate program)

Law

• Law

Fine Arts

• Fine Arts and Art History

Nursing

• Nursing (BSN and RN-BSN focused curriculum)

Pharmacy

• Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tuition Fee (Per Semester)

• Engineering and IT majors: 4,428,000 KRW/semester

• Natural Sciences majors: 3,938,000 KRW/semester

• Business majors: 3,440,000 KRW/semester

• Social Sciences, Humanities, and Law majors: 3,274,000 KRW/semester

• Medicine/Pharmacy and Nursing majors: 4,327,000 KRW/semester

• Nursing majors (separate): 5,248,000 KRW/semester

Admission Information

• Graduation Requirement: High school graduation or equivalent qualification.

• Exam Requirement: Passed the comprehensive final exam (regardless of whether it's the Korean CSAT/Suneung or not).

• Language Proficiency:

  1. Required Korean Language (TOPIK Level 3 or higher or completion of Level 3 of the university's Korean language program) OR

  2. Required English proficiency (IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 71 or higher, or equivalent).

• Additional Requirement: Art and Design applicants must submit a Portfolio.

• Application Fee (non-refundable): Approx. 90,000 KRW.

• Document Screening and Evaluation Fee: 100,000 - 150,000 KRW (depending on the submission method).

• Visa and Residence Fee (paid after admission): Approx. 200,000 KRW (depending on the time of payment).

Scholarships

• Global Scholarship:

  • 50% tuition reduction for Master's programs, 80% for Ph.D. programs.

  • Conditions: IELTS ≥6.0 or TOPIK Level 5, maintain a GPA ≥3.5, with no failing grades.

• Medicine & Nursing Scholarship:

  • 100% tuition waiver for Medicine & Nursing programs if GPA ≥3.0.

• Entrance Fee Scholarship:

  • Waiver of the Entrance Fee (900,000 KRW) if the student studied Korean at Ajou for ≥4 semesters and achieved TOPIK Level 5 (75% waiver for Level 4).

• Special Scholarship (Department-based):

  • 80–100% tuition reduction, specifically for students who are not eligible for the Global Scholarship and are limited to a maximum of 50% of international students receiving this each semester.

• Additional Funds:

  • Students may also apply for the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) – which provides full financial support.

  • Other available funds include KOICA or corporate scholarships (especially for NGO, Policy, and Development Cooperation fields).

Facilities and Student Life

• Modern Campus: Includes a central library, IT and engineering labs, a creative studio, a research library, study zones, and learning lounges.

• Central Library: Quiet space, access to international research materials, with a café and relaxation area.

• International Dormitory: Well-equipped rooms (beds, desks, wifi), separate communal areas for male/female residents, 24/7 security, dining halls, study rooms, and a coffee shop.

• International Student Services: Visa support center, dormitory assistance, language support, health check-ups, enrollment orientation, buddy program, cultural exchange activities, and workshops.

• Extracurricular Activities & Skill Development: Academic clubs, sports teams, volunteer groups, Startup events, or Global Leadership events.

• Sports & Recreation Facilities: Gym, sports fields, national competition arenas.

• Business & Internship Network: Linked with Samsung, CJ, Gwanggyo Bio-Techno Valley... promoting internship and post-graduation employment opportunities.