SKKU

Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)

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Jongno-gu, South Korea
=102nd in World University Rankings 2025
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About Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)

Basic information and contact details for Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)

institution

Founded in 1398, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) is the oldest and most prestigious higher education institution in Korea. With over 627 years of history, SKKU has played a crucial role in Korea’s intellectual and cultural development. Today, it continues to blend tradition with innovation, positioning itself as a globally recognized research-intensive university that nurtures future leaders.

SKKU is renowned for its academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, and global partnerships, excelling in various fields, including engineering, business, medicine, and the humanities. In particular, the university maintains a strong collaboration with Samsung, fostering cutting-edge research and education to cultivate talent for future industries. This partnership breaks down the barriers between academia and industry, enabling practical research and innovative education.

Guided by the vision of "Inspiring Future, Grand Challenge," SKKU is committed to developing creative innovation and collaboration to address the challenges of our global society. Through advanced research, industry-academic cooperation, and a dynamic learning environment, SKKU continues to evolve as a world-class institution that shapes global leaders for the future.

 

For more information on SKKU, please visit https://www.skku.edu/eng/

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Rankings

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World University Rankings 2025
20406080100
Overall 66.1
Teaching 58.1
Research Environment 56.7
Research Quality 79.3
Industry 99.5
International Outlook 63.7
556065201620172018201920202021202220232024202552.856.459.363.76361.76056.562.566.1

Breakdown via year: Overall

Ranking positions 2016 to 2025
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Impact Rankings

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Impact Rankings 2024

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Impact Ranking positions 2020 to 2024
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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)

gender ratio
Student gender ratio
48 F : 52 M (1)
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International student percentage
21% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
17 (1)
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Student total
20416 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2025

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Subjects Taught at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)

See below for a range of subjects taught at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)

Physical Sciences126–150th

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Mathematics and Statistics

Computer Science=86th

  • Computer Science

Social Sciences201–250th

  • Sociology
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Geography
  • Communication and Media Studies

Life Sciences126–150th

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Sport Science
  • Veterinary Science
  • Biological Sciences

Clinical and Health=50th

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Business and Economics97th

  • Economics and Econometrics
  • Business and Management
  • Accounting and Finance

Arts and Humanities201–250th

  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Archaeology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • Architecture

Education201–250th

  • Education

Engineering70th

  • General Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Psychology151–175th

  • Psychology