Korea University IELTS Requirements 2025

Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

Private

Varies

Undergraduate

By program

5.5

Postgraduate

Overall band

Academic

Test Type

Required

2 Years

Validity

Standard

IELTS Score Requirements

Program Level	Minimum Overall IELTS Score
Postgraduate	5.5

* Requirements may vary by program. Always verify on the official website.

Program-Specific Requirements

Global Leader Scholarship (Graduate)

Minimum IELTS 7.0 required for Global Leader Scholarship as per Graduate School admissions guidelines.

Humanities and Social Sciences Scholarship (Graduate)

Minimum IELTS 6.0 listed for Humanities & Social Sciences Scholarship in Graduate admissions guidelines.

Major placement priority (Undergraduate)

Korea University undergraduate curriculum notes indicate IELTS 7.0 or higher (or TOEFL iBT 100) can affect first-choice major assignment.

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About Korea University

Korea University is a leading private research university based in Seoul with campuses in Seoul and Sejong. It attracts international students across undergraduate and graduate programs and sets English proficiency requirements for admission, with graduate applicants typically required to present IELTS or TOEFL scores.

Campuses in Seoul and Sejong.
Graduate admissions guideline lists IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 80 (or TEPS equivalence) as a general English requirement.
Scholarships (e.g., Global Leader) require higher English scores (IELTS 7.0).

Alternative English Tests Accepted

TOEFL iBT

Popular Programs

Business Administration

Medicine

Law

Engineering

How to Submit Your IELTS Score

1
Request score sending: Log into your IELTS account and request your Test Report Form (TRF) be sent to Korea University.
2
Electronic delivery: Most universities accept electronic score reports sent directly from the test center.
3
Score validity: IELTS scores are typically valid for 2 years from the test date.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum IELTS score for Korea University?▼

IELTS requirements at Korea University vary by program. Contact the admissions office for specific requirements.

Does Korea University accept IELTS One Skill Retake?▼

Most universities now accept IELTS One Skill Retake. We recommend contacting Korea University's admissions office directly to confirm their current policy.

Can I get conditional admission with a lower IELTS score?▼

Some programs at Korea University may offer conditional admission or English pathway programs for students who don't meet the standard requirements. Check with the admissions office for available options.

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