University of Suwon
Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do ·Private University ·5 programmes ·Official website
About University of Suwon
Overview
University of Suwon (수원대학교) is a comprehensive private university in Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi Province — about 45 minutes south of Seoul. Founded in 1964, it offers programs across engineering, business, social sciences, and the arts, and actively recruits international students from Asia and Africa.
Why choose University of Suwon?
Suwon University sits in Korea's technology corridor near Samsung's global headquarters, giving students exceptional proximity to industry. Admission scholarships covering 20–60% of tuition make it one of the more accessible private universities in the region, and the campus maintains a dedicated international student support center.
Campus & facilities
The campus spans over 230,000 sqm and includes modern engineering labs, a dedicated business school building, the Global Language Institute, international student dormitories, a library, sports facilities, and a student wellness center.
Student life
Hwaseong-si connects students to both Suwon and Seoul via public transit. Campus life includes international student clubs, Korean culture programs, cooking competitions, sports events, and regular cultural exchange activities with domestic students.
Admission requirements
High school diploma or equivalent, financial support documents (minimum bank balance), passport copy, and health certificate. TOPIK Level 2+ recommended for Korean-medium programs. English proficiency documentation required for English-track programs.
Scholarships & financial aid
New international students are automatically considered for the Admission Scholarship, which covers 20–60% of tuition based on academic background. Performance scholarships from second semester onward are tied to GPA. TWISE pathway discounts also apply.
Key highlights
- Admission scholarship: 20–60% of tuition for new international students
- Strong engineering, business, and social science faculties
- 45 minutes south of Seoul by public transit
- Global Language Institute for Korean and English
- Ranked in Asian University Rankings
Programmes & tuition (5)
One-time fees
Studying in South Korea — what to know
Monthly living expenses typically range ₩500,000–₩1,000,000 for food, transport and essentials. Dormitories are around ₩200,000–₩400,000/month, and provincial cities cost less than Seoul.
Many programmes are taught in English; most universities offer Korean courses. Basic Korean (TOPIK 1–2) is needed for some programmes. We provide language training and TOPIK prep.
International students study on a D-2 visa. We guide you through the entire visa process. It allows part-time work up to 20 hours/week in term and full-time during vacations.
Korea has world-class healthcare. Students join the National Health Insurance (NHIS) — roughly ₩60,000–₩80,000/month — covering most medical costs.