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Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

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Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) offers international study in languages, regional studies, business, social sciences, computing and engineering. Applicants choose a campus, degree and recruiting unit. The university uses different admissions guides for undergraduate entry, the General Graduate School and specialist graduate schools.

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Available degrees and programs

Selected programs by degree level. See the institution’s admissions guides for the complete lists and route requirements.

Undergraduate programs

  • Computer Engineering
  • AI Robotics
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • International Studies
  • Public Administration
  • International Economics and Law
  • Mathematics
  • Electronic Physics
  • Chemistry
Full program lists and admission notes

Degree programs and study routes

  • Undergraduate: Options include International Studies, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Electronic Physics, Computer Engineering and AI Robotics.
  • Language and regional studies: Use the published campus and entry-year columns. Education is freshman-only in the reviewed guide.
  • Graduate: General Graduate School lists department-specific master’s, doctoral and integrated routes. GSIAS and professional schools publish separate requirements.

Check the current campus assignment before choosing housing. The undergraduate English track in the reviewed guide is Seoul International Studies. Graduate teaching languages vary by school and department.

Official recruiting list and route restrictions ↗

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General admission criteria

Academic and degree requirements

  • Freshmen need a recognized secondary qualification and must meet the relevant international nationality rules.
  • Transfer applicants need the required university study and credits. Confirm the department’s entry-year marks.
  • Graduate applicants need the previous qualification for their intended degree. Some schools also assess GPA, research or interview requirements.

Language requirements

  • Undergraduate Korean routes list TOPIK level 3 or approved alternatives. Seoul International Studies lists IELTS 5.5 or qualifying TOEFL evidence.
  • Check language proof, interview requirements and course language for your department. Graduate schools have separate score and waiver rules.
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Intake dates

Bachelor’s - Spring 2027, regular round

  • Opening date - 19 October 2026, 09:00 KST
  • Closing date - 20 November 2026, 17:00 KST

Official undergraduate schedule

GSIAS graduate routes - Spring 2027, round 2

  • Opening date - 13 November 2026
  • Closing date - 24 November 2026

Official GSIAS schedule

General Graduate School schedule. Check each school’s own document deadline.

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Tuition fees and study costs

These are 2026 reference amounts in KRW. Confirm the Spring 2027 invoice and the billing period for the General Graduate School.

Study categoryReference tuition
Undergraduate initial semesterKRW 4,496,000–5,592,000
Undergraduate regular semesterKRW 4,298,000–5,394,000
IMBA, MET or TESOLKRW 6,982,000 / 5,908,000 / 5,246,000 per semester
General Graduate SchoolKRW 4,955,000 humanities / 5,676,000 sciences / 6,614,000 engineering

See the official undergraduate fee and scholarship tables. The specialist and General Graduate School guides list separate admission fees.

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Scholarships and support

  • Undergraduate language scholarships
  • Undergraduate merit scholarships
  • General Graduate School foreign merit scholarship
  • GSIAS and specialized-school awards

Check the current scholarship tables and department recommendation rules. Renewal and award amounts depend on the school and funding category.

Required documents

  • Application, passport and required nationality or family evidence.
  • Academic records, with authentication and translation where required.
  • Language proof and any additional interview, financial or program-specific documents.

How to apply

  1. Choose the campus, degree, and entry route from the appropriate admissions guide.
  2. Follow the official application instructions below for undergraduate entry. Graduate applicants should use their school’s linked guide.
  3. Submit the required originals by the applicable deadline and follow result and registration notices.

Open official application guidance ↗

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Housing and campus life

Student residences

Residence options differ between Seoul and Global campuses. Check room availability, the billed period and health documentation. Confirm arrangements with the university for any Songdo assignment.

Campus and living arrangements

  • International admissions - use the degree-specific office listed in the official guide

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Frequently asked questions

Is the English undergraduate track offered by all departments?

Check the international recruitment matrix. The reviewed English-track route is Seoul International Studies.

Can transfers enter any major?

The guide marks transfer eligibility separately.

Do all graduate schools share one calendar?

Use the calendar published by the school that offers your degree.

Admissions contact

Campus address
서울특별시 동대문구 이문로 107

Official website

Official sources and last checked

Last checked: 2026-11-02.

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