University of Seoul: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1836 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #489 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #30 of 193 | In South Korea |
| #16 of 39 | In Seoul |
| #254 of 1,031 | For Firefighting and Fire Science |
| Top50% | For 90 other topics |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 15,967
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- uos.ac.kr
- Languages
- Korean
- Acceptance rate
- 48%*
* The University of Seoul is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Admissions Requirements | Graduation from high school and entrance examination |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | March to February (March - August, September- February) |
| Enrollment | 15,967 |
Research profile
University of Seoul has published 13,014 scientific papers with 310,941 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Environmental Science, Biology, Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, Computer Science, and Liberal Arts & Social Sciences.
University of Seoul majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 8 | 14 |
| 1994 | 8 | 23 |
| 1995 | 14 | 35 |
| 1996 | 21 | 27 |
| 1997 | 32 | 50 |
| 1998 | 60 | 89 |
| 1999 | 67 | 171 |
| 2000 | 76 | 274 |
| 2001 | 87 | 446 |
| 2002 | 170 | 648 |
| 2003 | 141 | 764 |
| 2004 | 158 | 1015 |
| 2005 | 228 | 1314 |
| 2006 | 252 | 1464 |
| 2007 | 300 | 1807 |
| 2008 | 267 | 2141 |
| 2009 | 336 | 2691 |
| 2010 | 380 | 3536 |
| 2011 | 476 | 4957 |
| 2012 | 465 | 6774 |
| 2013 | 508 | 8461 |
| 2014 | 630 | 9960 |
| 2015 | 651 | 12494 |
| 2016 | 690 | 15036 |
| 2017 | 702 | 15977 |
| 2018 | 733 | 18181 |
| 2019 | 721 | 21582 |
| 2020 | 869 | 25168 |
| 2021 | 889 | 30369 |
| 2022 | 853 | 30729 |
| 2023 | 941 | 34212 |
| 2024 | 784 | 34732 |
| 2025 | 570 | 30472 |
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 University of Seoul.
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 |
| Bachelor's Degree | Arts and Humanities, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Fine Arts, Natural Sciences, Physical Education, Public Administration, Town Planning, Urban Studies |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Administration, Architectural and Environmental Design, Architecture, Biological and Life Sciences, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, History, Horticulture, Information Technology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Korean, Landscape Architecture, Literature, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Music Theory and Composition, Musical Instruments, Nanotechnology, Philosophy, Physics, Protective Services, Public Administration, Singing, Social Welfare, Sociology, Statistics, Structural Architecture, Surveying and Mapping, Taxation, Town Planning, Transport Engineering, Transport Management, Urban Studies |
| Doctor's Degree | Administration, Architecture, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, History, Horticulture, Information Technology, Korean, Landscape Architecture, Literature, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Philosophy, Physics, Protective Services, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Sociology, Statistics, Structural Architecture, Surveying and Mapping, Taxation, Town Planning, Transport Engineering |
Notable alumni
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Jang Sung-kyu
- Occupations
- television presenterannouncer
- Biography
-
Jang Sung-kyu is a South Korean television host and former news announcer. He was formerly a news announcer for JTBC until March 2019. He is currently signed to SLL (acronym for Studio LuluLala; formerly JTBC Studios), a subsidiary company under JTBC, working as a freelancer and starred in YouTube variety show Workman. Since July 2025, he signed contract with SM Culture & Contents.
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Lee Bong-ju
- Occupations
- long-distance runnerathletics competitor
- Biography
-
Lee Bong-Ju is a South Korean marathoner.
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Gum Nanse
- Occupations
- conductor
- Biography
-
Gum Nanse, also known as Maestro Nanse Gum, is a conductor from South Korea. He is the founder, director general, and artistic director of the Seongnam Philharmonic Orchestra, established in 1997. He served as the principal of Seoul Arts High School from 2013 to August 2019. In April 2021, the Gum Nanse Music Center, a concert hall dedicated to chamber music was opened in Busan.
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Kim Chang-ho
- Occupations
- mountaineer
- Biography
-
Kim Chang-ho, was a South Korean mountaineer, and at the time of his death in 2018, was considered to be Korea's most prolific alpine and Himalayan climber, noted for his bold and lightweight alpine-style ascents.
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Park Han-ki
- Occupations
- military officer
- Biography
-
Park Han-ki is a South Korean general who served as the 41st Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Republic of Korea Armed Forces from October 11, 2018, to September 23, 2020. Prior to his appointment, he held various positions in the Republic of Korea Army, such as the former commander of the 2nd Operational Command, the I Corps and the VIII Corps.
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Oh Yeong-hwan
- Occupations
- essayistfirefighterpolitician
- Biography
-
Oh Yeong-hwan is a South Korean firefighter, essayist, and politician. He first served as a military firefighter before being hired as a civilian firefighter in Seoul in 2010. There he worked at the Gwangjin Fire Station, the 119 Special Rescue Team, the Seongbuk Fire Station, and the National 119 Rescue Headquarters. After retiring from the fire service in 2019, he was named the 5th Democratic Party Recruitment Personnel in 2020.
University of Seoul faculties and divisions
| College : Arts and Physical Education | Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Music, Physical Education |
|---|---|
| College : Business Administration | Business Administration |
| College : Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering |
| College : Humanities | Asian Studies, Chinese, English, History, Korean, Literature, Philosophy |
| College : Natural Science | Biological and Life Sciences, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics |
| College : Public Affairs and Economics | Economics, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Taxation |
| College : Urban Science | Administration, Architectural and Environmental Design, Architecture, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Sociology, Structural Architecture, Town Planning, Transport Engineering, Urban Studies |
| Graduate School : Business Administration | Business Administration |
| Graduate School : Design | Design |
| Graduate School : Education | Education, Educational and Student Counselling, Foreign Languages Education, Humanities and Social Science Education, Mathematics Education, Native Language Education |
| Graduate School : Graduate Studies | Administration, Architecture, Biological and Life Sciences, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, History, Horticulture, International Relations and Diplomacy, Korean, Landscape Architecture, Literature, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Music Theory and Composition, Musical Instruments, Nanotechnology, Philosophy, Physics, Protective Services, Public Administration, Singing, Social Welfare, Sociology, Statistics, Structural Architecture, Surveying and Mapping, Town Planning, Transport Engineering, Urban Studies |
| Graduate School : Law | Law |
| Graduate School : Science and Technology | Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| Graduate School : Taxation | Taxation |
| Graduate School : Urban Sciences | Administration, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Landscape Architecture, Protective Services, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Surveying and Mapping, Town Planning, Transport Management, Urban Studies |
| Graduate School : Urban Sciences | Administration, Town Planning |
| Research Division : Humanities | Arts and Humanities |
| Research Division : Industrial Management | Industrial Management |
| Research Division : Industrial Technology | Industrial Engineering |
| Research Division : Information and Technology | Information Technology |
| Research Division : Law | Law |
| Research Division : Natural Science | Natural Sciences |
| Research Division : Quantum Information Processing and Systems | Information Sciences, Systems Analysis |
| Research Division : Seoul Studies | Regional Studies |
| Research Division : Taxation | Taxation |
| Research Division : Urban Safety and Security | Protective Services, Safety Engineering |
| Research Division : Urban Science | Urban Studies |
| School : General Education | Arts and Humanities, Biological and Life Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Sports, Writing |
General information
| Alternative names | UOS 서울시립대학교 |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1918 |
| Accreditation | Korean Council for University Education (KCUE) |
| Motto | Truth, Creation, Public Service |
| Colors | blue |
Location and contacts
| Address | 163 Seoulsiripdaero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul, 02504 South Korea |
|---|---|
| City population | 9,668,000 |