YONSEI UNIVERSITY · SOUTH KOREA
Yonsei University Graduate Programs
Master's · Taught in en
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Master's
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- 19+Partner Universities Worldwide
- Joint & Dual Degree ProgramsInternational Collaboration Opportunities
- PhD & Masters LevelProgram Focus
Yonsei University offers international students opportunities to engage in diverse academic and cultural environments through its graduate programs. The university has established partnerships with numerous prestigious institutions worldwide, fostering intellectual growth and global collaboration. These programs include joint and dual degree options, allowing students to experience academic settings at partner universities. The joint degree program, primarily for PhD candidates, focuses on collaborative research with international universities. Students in this program complete a curriculum jointly managed by both institutions and receive a single degree awarded by both universities. The dual degree program allows students to complete separate curricula at each university, leading to individual degrees from each institution upon fulfilling their respective graduation requirements.
Frequently asked questions
- What financial support is available for international students in the graduate programs?
- Financial support, including tuition and living costs, is provided for the period of study abroad, up to a maximum of two semesters. Scholarship payments are made to the student's registered bank account in Korea after verification of enrollment at the partner institution.
- What are the application deadlines for the graduate programs?
- Application periods are in mid-April for Spring Admission and mid-October for Fall Admission. Specific dates, such as April 10-15 for the 2026 Spring Admission application period, are provided.
- What is the difference between the joint and dual degree programs?
- In a joint degree program, students complete a curriculum managed by both institutions and receive a single degree from both universities. In a dual degree program, students complete separate curricula at each university and receive individual degrees from each institution.
- How do I apply for the graduate programs?
- You need to complete the online application form and submit required documents, including the application form and academic plan, by postal mail within the designated deadlines. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
- Who is eligible for the joint/dual degree program support?
- This support is for general graduate students and excludes students from the medical school or the Global Campus unless otherwise specified. Support is provided for up to two semesters and is subject to budget limitations and established criteria.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fees and living expenses are covered for the duration of the student's stay at the partner university (up to 2 semesters). Specific amounts are not detailed.
Tuition (home)—
LivingSupport for living expenses is provided for the period of study at the partner university.
Financial support, including tuition and living costs, is provided for the period of study abroad, up to a maximum of two semesters. Scholarship payments are made to the student's registered bank account in Korea after verification of their enrollment at the partner institution. The total scholarship amount is subject to budget limitations, and priority may be given based on established criteria. This program is exclusively for general graduate students; students from the medical school or the Global Campus are excluded unless otherwise specified. All other matters follow Yonsei University's graduate school regulations.
How to apply
1. Online Application EntryComplete the online application form within the specified application period.
2. Document SubmissionSubmit required documents, including the application form and academic plan, by postal mail within the designated deadlines.
3. InterviewCandidates shortlisted after initial review will be invited for an interview.
4. Admission DecisionFinal admission decisions will be announced on the official announcement dates.
Scholarships
Joint/Dual Degree Program SupportCovers tuition fees or local living expenses.
Frequently asked questions
What financial support is available for international students in the graduate programs?
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Financial support, including tuition and living costs, is provided for the period of study abroad, up to a maximum of two semesters. Scholarship payments are made to the student's registered bank account in Korea after verification of enrollment at the partner institution.
What are the application deadlines for the graduate programs?
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Application periods are in mid-April for Spring Admission and mid-October for Fall Admission. Specific dates, such as April 10-15 for the 2026 Spring Admission application period, are provided.
What is the difference between the joint and dual degree programs?
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In a joint degree program, students complete a curriculum managed by both institutions and receive a single degree from both universities. In a dual degree program, students complete separate curricula at each university and receive individual degrees from each institution.
How do I apply for the graduate programs?
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You need to complete the online application form and submit required documents, including the application form and academic plan, by postal mail within the designated deadlines. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Who is eligible for the joint/dual degree program support?
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This support is for general graduate students and excludes students from the medical school or the Global Campus unless otherwise specified. Support is provided for up to two semesters and is subject to budget limitations and established criteria.