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Kangwon National University

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Chuncheon, South Korea
1201–1500th in World University Rankings 2025
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About

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Kangwon National University (KNU) is one of the 10 core national universities in the Republic of Korea. With a history spanning over 76 years, KNU has  consistently made sincere efforts to adapt to the rapidly-changing global era. As a regional stronghold university, KNU has  been striving to channel creative ideas and resources to local communities and the regional industries. We maintain a high level of quality in education and research while offering a comprehensive range of majors catered to the demands of students. KNU is committed to being a university of excellence.

Our dormitory capacity is among the highest in Korea, and KNU is located in the beautiful lakeside city of Chuncheon, which is only 1 hour away from Seoul, the capital city and the center of politics, economy, and culture in Korea. This proximity allows students to enjoy a wide variety of cultural activities. Prospective foreign students of Kangwon National University, we invite you to join us and make your dreams come true at KNU.

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at Kangwon National University

gender ratio
Student gender ratio
41 F : 59 M (1)
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International student percentage
3% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
19.9 (1)
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Student total
20159 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2025

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Subjects Taught at Kangwon National University

See below for a range of subjects taught at Kangwon National University

Social Sciences601–800th

  • Sociology
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Communication and Media Studies

Physical Sciences801–1000th

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Mathematics and Statistics

Life Sciences601–800th

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Sport Science
  • Veterinary Science
  • Biological Sciences

Engineering801–1000th

  • General Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Computer Science801–1000th

  • Computer Science

Clinical and Health601–800th

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Business and Economics601–800th

  • Economics and Econometrics
  • Business and Management
  • Accounting and Finance
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Downloads

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KNU Brochure (Chinese).pdf

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KNU Brochure (English).pdf

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KNU Campus Map (English, Chinese).pdf

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KNU International Student Campus Life Guide.pdf

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KNU Information.pdf