Yonsei University

Yonsei University is a private research university in Seoul, South Korea. It is one of the most prestigious universities in the country. Yonsei University's history dates back to 1885, when it was founded as Korea's first modern hospital, Gwanghyewon. In 1915, the American Protestant missionary Horace Grant Underwood founded Chosun Christian College, which merged with Severance Medical College in 1957 to form Yonsei University.

Yonsei has played a significant role in Korea's modernization and development. During the Japanese colonial period (1910-1945), Yonsei was a bastion of Korean nationalism and resistance. After the Korean War, Yonsei helped to rebuild the country and promote democracy.

Today, Yonsei is one of the most prestigious universities in South Korea, and is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. It is known for its strong academic programs in a wide range of disciplines, including business, engineering, medicine, and the arts. Yonsei also has a strong commitment to international education and research.

Yonsei University has two main campuses: Sinchon Campus and International Campus. Sinchon Campus is located in the heart of Seoul, and is home to most of the university's undergraduate and graduate programs. International Campus is located in the suburbs of Seoul, and is home to the Underwood International College, which offers a four-year undergraduate program taught entirely in English.

Yonsei University is a global university with a diverse student body. Over 10% of the university's students are international students from over 100 countries around the world. Yonsei also has a strong network of partner universities around the world, and offers its students many opportunities to study abroad.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, Yonsei University is positioned as the #76 top university in the world, which makes it the #3 top university in South Korea. The university's global rank decreased by 3 points from last year.