Kookmin University

About

Located in Seoul, Kookmin University is widely recognized as a premier institution for design, automotive engineering, and the performing arts, consistently producing top-tier creative and technical professionals. For international students, the university offers a welcoming environment supported by the dedicated Office of International Affairs, which provides visa assistance, Korean language courses, and cultural integration programs. While many degree tracks require Korean proficiency, Kookmin expands its global accessibility through a growing selection of English-taught courses and specialized international exchange tracks. A distinctive characteristic of the university is its stunning campus nestled within the verdant Bukhansan National Park, offering students a serene, nature-rich study environment just minutes away from the bustling energy of downtown Seoul.

Background

Kookmin University (Korean: 국민대학교; Hanja: 國民大學校) is a private research university established in 1946 in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It has historic significance, as it was founded by the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea and is the first private university founded after the liberation of the Republic of Korea from Japan. In 1959, the SsangYong Group acquired the university. It has around 22,000 students and 350 administrative staff are working at the university's 800 faculties. Since its establishment in 1946, approximately 60,000 students have graduated. The KMU consists of 14 undergraduate colleges, several postgraduate schools, and 10 professional-technical schools. The university provides degree programs, scholarships, and conferences.

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