Dankook University was established in Seoul on November 3, 1947, as Korea's first four-year private university founded after national liberation. Its founding philosophy is based on national salvation, independence and self-reliance.
Dankook University Jukjeon Campus is located in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, just south of Seoul, offering excellent accessibility to the capital region. The campus is within walking distance of Jukjeon Station on the Bundang Line, allowing students to reach central Seoul in about 30–40 minutes by public transportation. Surrounded by residential areas and local commercial districts, the campus provides a safe, convenient, and student-friendly environment.
Jukjeon Campus serves as Dankook University's main hub for undergraduate and graduate education, featuring modern academic buildings, research facilities, libraries, and international student services. With a vibrant campus life that blends academic excellence with cultural and extracurricular activities, the campus offers an ideal setting for both Korean and international students to study, collaborate, and experience daily life in Korea while staying closely connected to Seoul.
| Acronym | DKU |
| Motto / Slogan | Self-reliance Independence National Salvation |
| Colour | Blue |
| Mascot | Bear |
| Founded | 1947 |
| Location | Yongin, Gyeonggi, South Korea |
| Address | Jukjeon Campus: 152, Jukjeon-ro, Suji-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do (Zip Code: 16890) / Cheonan Campus: 119, Dandae-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungnam (Zip Code: 31116) |
Dankook University's mission is rooted in its founding ideals of national salvation, independence and self-reliance. The university aims to cultivate educated, creative and socially responsible individuals who contribute to humanity through patriotism, innovation, truth and service.
Received IEQAS (International Education Quality Assurance System) certification for nine consecutive years since 2015.
Selected as an IEQAS Certified University (2015~2026).
Selected as an IEQAS Excellent Certified University (2016~2021)
International Korean Track students entering Dankook University will study at the School of Global Core Education for one year (1st & 2nd semesters). Freshmen receive intensive instruction to enhance their Korean language proficiency, which is essential for their liberal arts and major studies
Dankook University's Jukjeon Campus is just 30 minutes from Seoul's Gangnam district, providing a balance of city life and campus serenity. The Cheonan Campus is also conveniently located in a key transportation hub, offering easy access for students.
The English track programs at PRIMUS International College are fully conducted in English, enabling international students to integrate into university life in Korea without facing language barriers. It also prepares graduates for further studies in English-speaking countries.
Admission fees 980,000
Application fee KRW 70,000
-An applicant holding foreign citizenship whose parents are also foreign citizens (not Korean citizens)is eligible to apply as an international student.
Korean citizens who hold dual citizenship are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must meet one of the language requirements below for admission.
Language Proficiency
Language Requirements
Any individual who meets one of the following criteria: x Minimum score of IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 71 x
Applicants who hold nationality from an English-speaking country or who have completed their secondary education in English-speaking countries English-speaking countries: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand.
? Foreigners whose parents are both foreigners
? Overseas Koreans or foreigners who completed their formal academic curriculum from elementary through undergraduate level
Korean
1) TOPIK : Level 3 or higher(Valid certificate only)
2) Applicants who graduated from a Korean University (undergraduate or graduate) OR from a foreign university with
Korean Language OR Korean Studies major(or minor) (including students with expected degree)
3) Applicants who have passed the Graduate Korean Language Test(Eligible only for the students enrolled in Korean language academy of 4-year university in Korea)
4) Applicants who have completed Korean Intermediate level 1 or higher at King Sejong Institute
English
1) TOEFL iBT 71(4.0), IELTS 5.5, CEFR B2, TEPS 600(NEW TEPS 326),
TOEIC 750 (or higher) (Applicants who completed the elementary & secondary education or obtained BA degree in a English-speaking country where English is used as native or official language, are able to apply even if they do not have grades in the English Proficiency Test)
2) Applicants who have completed primary and secondary education or obtained a degree in a country where English is the native or official language may apply without submitting English proficiency test. However, they must submit an apostilled graduation certificate from their primary, secondary, and high school (or university). Applicants for the English Track must submit a certificate meeting either 1) or 2).
ETC
Only the applicants for the special program officially granted by the dean of the graduate school are not required to submit TOPIK
or English score
Applicants with a TOPIK score below Level 4(Level 1 to 3) or those without scores in TOPIK are required to take the Korean Language Course after the admission. (Students admitted to any English Track Department or Major can be exempted from taking the Korean Language Course). Refer to p.8 ‘9. Compulsory Courses for the Students below TOPIK Level 4’
Interpretation service is not provided for the coursework
Foreign citizens who do not meet the eligibility criteria for the international student can apply for the regular admission within
the quota limit.
Candidates are sorted by the total scores of each element. The total number of the selected can be limited, considering the
appropriate and efficient management of the department or major.
According to National Health Insurance Act, all registered foreign students will be automati cally enrolled into the local-subscriber
of health insurance service from March 2021.
MA & MA-Ph.D Integrated program
- Applicants who have obtained (or are expected to obtain) a bachelor's degree from a
domestic or foreign university by 2026. 08. 31.
- Applicants legally deemed to have the same degree as above.
Ph.D program
- Applicants who have obtained (or are expected to obtain) a master's degree from a
domestic or foreign university by 2026. 08. 31.
- Applicants legally deemed to have the same degree as above
Bachelor’s - Master’s Linked Program(MA or MA-Ph.D Integrated Program)
Applicants who are expected to obtain a bachelor’s degree from Dankook University by 2026. 08. 31, and who are enrolled in the Dankook University Undergraduate–Graduate Program and have completed graduate-level courses.(However, applicants who obtained a bachelor’s degree before March 2025 and have completed the program course credits are also eligible to apply.)
In the case of students in this prograam applying through general admission, previously earned credits are not recognized.
Go to apply https://www.jinhakapply.com/
POSTGRADUATE:
Email: [email protected]
Phone : +82-31-8005-2105, +82 31 8005-2550~3
These facilities support both healthcare services and clinical education/research.
Dankook University is institutionally accredited by the Korean University Accreditation Institute (KUAI) from 2023 to 2027. Its academic and professional programmes are also subject to relevant Korean programme-level accreditation systems, while its international education operates within Korea's quality-assurance framework.
As president, Prof. An is leading the university's “Dankook Upgrade 5.0” initiative, which focuses on educational innovation, sustainable research, AI and digital transformation, entrepreneurship, internationalization and stronger university–industry cooperation.
Dankook University held its historic opening on November 3, 1947, in Nakwon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul.
The founding spirit of the university is grounded in the ideals of National Salvation, Independence, and Self-Reliance.
1947 Nakwon-dong Campus Building
1948 Founder Jang Hyung, Independence activist Kim Gu, and university officials commemorating the establishment of Dankook University
1957 A panoramic view of the Hannam-dong Campus
1958 Plaque unveiling ceremony for the establishment of t... read more
1984 Completion ceremony of the College of Dentistry building
1994 Opening ceremony of Dankook University Hospital
1981 A panoramic view of the Hannam-dong Campus
1996 Groundbreaking ceremony for the new campus
2007 Completion ceremony of the Jukjeon Campus