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SNU is always ready to give a warm welcome to international students seeking to attend an undergraduate program in Korea. Be assured, SNU is Korea¡¯s most outstanding institution for higher education, and all undergraduate programs provided by our 16 colleges are open to you. Over 2,300 international students are already enjoying an excellent education and campus life at SNU. Specific procedures for applying to SNU are as follows.

 
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Who is eligible to apply?
International applicants who meet all of the following requirements:
1) He or she holds a valid high school diploma
2) Neither the applicant nor his/her parents are citizens of Korea
Applicants of Korean origin who have received his or her entire primary and secondary (elementary, junior high and high school) education outside of Korea
- Notes for applicants of Korean origin: In order to apply as an international student, the applicant must submit: 1) information regarding all entries and exits into and out of Korea, and 2) official transcripts from all previously attended institutions (elementary, junior high, high school, etc.).
For specific documentation requirements, refer to the preparation process.
Criteria
1) Admissions decisions are based on the candidate¡¯s academic achievements and potential, as well as his or her personal accomplishments and demonstration of leadership.
2) The admissions committee reviews a number of factors - records of past studies (such as grade point average or GPA), the study plan, personal statement, and letters of recommendation. Other achievement records and specific qualifications
  such as language proficiency are also taken into consideration. The candidate¡¯s application is reviewed in the context of the level of studies completed, quality of achievement, and characteristics of institutions attended. Finally, the appropriateness of the applicant¡¯s academic goals and suitability of preparation for the proposed program of studies are assessed.
3) Interviews, examinations, and/or additional documents may be required from the applicant, based on the admissions policy of the specific college or department, if the applicant is applying to the College of Arts or Music or the Department of Physical Education. The applicant will be notified individually as necessary.
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