Korea Joongang Daily
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Universities ink deals with foreign schools, local companies to increase opportunities for international students

Korean universities are actively forming partnerships with overseas institutions and local businesses to expand educational opportunities for international students, while also establishing part-time employment prospects.

2026-01-20

Gachon University earns top spot as school with most growth in JoongAng University Rankings

Gachon University excelled in the JoongAng University Rankings, attributed to hiring top scientists and increasing research funding. The university ranked first in various indicators, demonstrating significant growth.

2025-11-28

Gachon University launches its own international college to expand programs for foreign students

While universities are creating international student-only departments, Gachon University went even bigger — launching a college just for international students with designated professors ready to provide support.

2025-09-09

Bread, tuna and shampoo: Schools offer them for just 1,000 won

Along the way to achieving their academic and career goals, what often hits international students the hardest is financial hardship amid rising rent and food prices.

2025-09-09

Gachon University, Vietnam's FPT University join hands to create semiconductor undergrad program

Gachon University announced Tuesday it is partnering with Vietnam's FPT University to create an undergraduate program in semiconductors, also hoping to open opportunities to host such students for future postgraduate programs.

2025-08-12

Gyeonggi gov't to open 1,000 won stores for university students amid high inflation

The Gyeonggi government on Monday announced plans to open shops selling goods priced at 1,000 won (0.74) at universities in the province to offer students more affordable snacks and staple options amid high inflation.

2025-06-09

Gachon University offers financial support to Burmese students after Myanmar earthquake

Gachon University announced Monday it will be offering financial support to all Burmese international students attending the school, hoping to help students after an earthquake struck their country.

2025-04-14

Gachon University holds entrance ceremony for new College of International Studies

Gachon University announced Thursday that it held an entrance ceremony for its College of International Studies, a newly expanded college exclusively for international students.

2025-03-20

Universities create international-only majors in response to growing student demand

Universities are increasingly launching international student-only majors, with new programs being introduced and some universities expanding the scope to meet growing student demand.

2024-12-30

Location matters for students applying to Korea's universities, survey finds

If you can't go to one of Korea's most prestigious universities, try choosing one with a convenient location in Seoul.

2024-11-21