Kwangwoon University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2324 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #658 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #43 of 193 | In South Korea |
| #20 of 39 | In Seoul |
| #478 of 3,570 | For Electronic Engineering |
| Top50% | For 79 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 35%
- Enrollment
- 9,807
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.kw.ac.kr
- Languages
- Korean;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 35% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Graduation from high school (vocational or training schools are not acceptable), language proficiency over TOPIK level 4 or equivalent and entrance examination (both written and spoken) |
| Academic Calendar | March to February (March - August; September-February) |
| Enrollment | 9,807 |
| Full time employee | 331 |
| Student:staff ratio | 30:1 |
We've calculated the 35% acceptance rate for Kwangwoon University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Kwangwoon University has published 12,481 scientific papers with 203,661 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, Computer Science, Biology, Organic Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, and Environmental Science.
Kwangwoon University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 30 | 26 |
| 1994 | 37 | 69 |
| 1995 | 51 | 82 |
| 1996 | 53 | 73 |
| 1997 | 57 | 110 |
| 1998 | 98 | 177 |
| 1999 | 125 | 256 |
| 2000 | 115 | 296 |
| 2001 | 157 | 399 |
| 2002 | 283 | 636 |
| 2003 | 216 | 749 |
| 2004 | 205 | 810 |
| 2005 | 228 | 953 |
| 2006 | 324 | 1246 |
| 2007 | 343 | 1472 |
| 2008 | 370 | 1848 |
| 2009 | 448 | 2519 |
| 2010 | 491 | 3076 |
| 2011 | 539 | 3691 |
| 2012 | 637 | 4752 |
| 2013 | 567 | 5212 |
| 2014 | 609 | 6194 |
| 2015 | 569 | 7085 |
| 2016 | 535 | 7425 |
| 2017 | 535 | 8307 |
| 2018 | 592 | 9900 |
| 2019 | 572 | 12567 |
| 2020 | 632 | 15604 |
| 2021 | 642 | 18960 |
| 2022 | 676 | 21457 |
| 2023 | 715 | 23341 |
| 2024 | 615 | 25039 |
| 2025 | 437 | 22858 |
Tuition
| Local studetns | Admission fee, c. 950,000; tuition fee, an average 3,871,000 per semester (KRW) |
|---|
Kwangwoon University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Kwangwoon University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Master's Degree | Architecture, Biological and Life Sciences, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Criminology, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Information Management, Information Technology, International Business, Journalism, Korean, Law, Literature, Mass Communication, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Military Science, Physics, Public Administration, Regional Studies, Robotics, Structural Architecture, Telecommunications Engineering |
|---|---|
| Doctor's Degree | Architecture, Biological and Life Sciences, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Criminology, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Information Management, Information Technology, International Business, Journalism, Korean, Law, Literature, Mass Communication, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Military Science, Physics, Public Administration, Real Estate, Regional Studies, Robotics, Structural Architecture, Telecommunications Engineering, Town Planning |
Notable alumni
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Seol Ki-hyeon
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
-
Seol Ki-hyeon is a South Korean former professional footballer who played as a winger, and who currently is the manager of Gyeongnam FC. He is also the first South Korean footballer to score in the history of the UEFA Champions League, during his time at Anderlecht.
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Kim Nam-chun
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
-
Kim Nam-chun was a South Korean footballer who played as a defender.
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Choi Soon-ho
- Occupations
- association football playerassociation football coach
- Biography
-
Choi Soon-ho is a South Korean football manager and former player.
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Yu In-soo
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
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Yu In-soo is a South Korean footballer who plays for Jeju SK.
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Heo Jae-won
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
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Heo Jae-won is a South Korean football player and manager.
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Kwak Hee-ju
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
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Kwak Hee-Ju is a South Korean footballer who plays as a defender who last played for Suwon Samsung Bluewings.
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Kim Min-hyeok
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
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Kim Min-hyeok is a South Korean professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ulsan Hyundai.
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Kim Jin-sung
- Enrolled in Kwangwoon University
- Studied in 2018
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
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Kim Jin-sung is a South Korean footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder.
Kwangwoon University faculties and divisions
| College : Business Administration | Business Administration |
|---|---|
| College : Electronics and Information Engineering | Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, Materials Engineering, Robotics, Telecommunications Engineering |
| College : Engineering | Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Structural Architecture |
| College : Law | Law |
| College : Natural Sciences | Applied Physics, Chemistry, Leisure Studies, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Sports |
| College : Northeast Asia Studies | Asian Studies, Business and Commerce, Chinese, Cinema and Television, Cultural Studies, East Asian Studies, Graphic Design, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Japanese, Korean, Literature, Marketing, Performing Arts, Political Sciences, Publishing and Book Trade, Translation and Interpretation |
| College : Social Science | English, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Mass Communication, Media Studies, Public Administration, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Social Sciences |
| Department/Division : Korean Language and Literature | Korean, Literature |
| Graduate School : Business Administration | Business Administration, Management, Real Estate, Service Trades |
| Graduate School : Counseling, Welfare and Policy | Psychotherapy, Public Administration, Social Welfare |
| Graduate School : Education | Education, Educational Sciences, Special Education, Teacher Training |
| Graduate School : Environmental Studies | Environmental Studies |
| Graduate School : Graduate Studies | Applied Physics, Architecture, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminology, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Information Management, Information Technology, International Business, Journalism, Korean, Law, Literature, Mass Communication, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Military Science, Public Administration, Real Estate, Regional Studies, Robotics, Structural Architecture, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Graduate School : Information and Contents | Distance Education, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Media Studies |
| Graduate School : Legal Affairs in Construction | Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Law, Public Law |
General information
| Alternative names | KWU 광운대학교 |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1934 |
| Accreditation | Korean Council for University Education (KCUE) |
| Motto | Veritas et Lux Truth and Light |
| Colors | maroon |
Location and contacts
| Address | 20 Kwangwoon-ro Nowon-gu Seoul, 01897 South Korea |
|---|---|
| City population | 9,668,000 |