Pohang University of Science and Technology

Pohang University of Science and Technology (포항공과대학교) is located in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea. Their acronym is POSTECH. They have over 3200 students and more than 250 staff members. Their major fields of study include physics, life science, chemistry, mathematics, engineering and social sciences. The school was founded in 1986.

Pohang University was founded by a CEO of a major company, POSCO, which worked with iron and steel. The founding president, Dr. Hogil Kim, styled the collage after California’s Institute of Technology. The first class of students in 1987 required only four dorm buildings, but the college has grown much, since that humble beginning.

Based on the QS World University Ranking of 2023, Pohang University of Science and Technology is positioned as the #71 top university in the world, which makes it the #3 top university in South Korea. The university's global rank is improved by 10 points from last year.

University Profile

Ranking	#71 #3
University Name	Pohang University of Science and Technology
Name in Local Language	포항공과대학교
Acronym	POSTECH
Year Established	1986
Motto	Integrity, Creativity, and Aspiration

Contact

Address	San 31, Hyoja-dong, Nam-gu, Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
Phone	+82 (54) 279 0114
Fax	+82 (54) 279 2099
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