INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #18646
Kyungpook National University
庆北国立大学
Daegu, South Korea
SectorPublic research university
Founded1946
Enrollment35,000
Student : Staff23:1
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Total Enrollment
35,000
Active Students
Faculty Size
1,500
Academic Staff
Acceptance Rate
~62%
Tier Selectivity Est.
Safety Score
80/100
Regional Safety Index
Transportation
76/100
Urban Transit Index
Tuition (Int.)
Public Rate
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Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale)3.65 / Benchmark 3.00
2.503.003.504.00
English Proficiency (IELTS Equivalent)7.0 / Target 6.5+
5.5 (TOEFL ~65)7.0 (TOEFL ~100)9.0 (TOEFL 118+)
Research, Internships & Extracurricular Depth
ESTIMATED CLASSIFICATIONSOLID SAFETY
96/100Profile Alignment Index
Profile exceeds typical institutional cutoffs; high likelihood of admission.
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EDITORIAL BRIEFING
Institutional Profile
Kyungpook National University (KNU) stands as a pillar of higher education in South Korea, representing the pinnacle of academic achievement outside the bustling capital of Seoul. Established in 1946, it has grown from its agricultural roots into a comprehensive research institution, anchoring the intellectual and industrial development of the Daegu-Gyeongbuk region. As one of the nation's most prestigious flagship national universities, KNU offers a compelling blend of rigorous academics, a vibrant campus life, and a direct pathway to regional industry, all within the dynamic and culturally rich city of Daegu.
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ACADEMIC FACULTIES
Core Academic Disciplines
medicine
science
engineering
humanities
social sciences
business and economics
agriculture
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In the QS World University Rankings 2027, Kyungpook National University is ranked #481. In the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings, it is ranked #501-550.
Kyungpook National University is located in Daegu, South Korea.
Kyungpook National University was founded in 1946.
Kyungpook National University has approximately 35,000 enrolled students.