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English ProficiencylApplicants should submit a score report of a recognized English proficiency test(TOEFL, TEPS, IELTS, TOEIC or any other supporting documents which demonstrateappropriate language proficiency.). Native speakers of English are exempt from this requirement.N.B. Depending on the academic department, failing to demonstrate one’s Englishproficiency may adversely affect one’s candidacy for acceptance.※ Note: We accept TOEFL scores sent to us directly by ETS if it arrives before deadline. Theofficial ETS code of SNU is 7972. You may submit a photocopy of the Examinee's Score Report forreview purposes only, but this is not a substitute for an official score report.šKorean ProficiencylApplicants should submit a score report of a recognized Korean proficiency test[ Test of Proficiency in Korean(TOPIK), Korean Language Proficiency Test(KLPT) or any othersupporting documents which demonstrate appropriate language proficiency.]N.B. Depending on the academic department, failing to demonstrate one’s Koreanproficiency may adversely affect one’s candidacy for acceptance.lBased on the submitted application materials, the admission committee will decide whether eachadmitted student should take the additional test or not. Admitted students who are notified for theKorean Proficiency Test at SNU Language Education Institution (LEI) should refer to the testschedule included in the “Reference Guide for the admitted International Students” for the date andlocation of the test.※ Note: The following individuals can be exempt from the Korean Proficiency Test at SNU LEIand whether or not this rule is applied will be determined by the department in which the applicantapplied :1)He or she was admitted to the Graduate School of International Studies for InternationalCommerce, International Cooperation or International Area Studies.2)He or she holds a Bachelor’s degree from SNU.3)He or she holds a Master’s degree from SNU.4)He or she completed and passed Level 5 or above at the SNU Language Education Institute.5)He or she received Level 5 or above on the Korean Proficiency Test administered by a KoreanEmbassy or Consulate.lStudents whose Korean proficiency is below the level required to effectively participate in class (i.e.Level 4 and below) will be required to take Korean Language classes at the SNU LanguageEducation Institute (http://lei.snu.ac.kr) at their own expense. Whether or not this rule isapplied will be determined by the department in which the student is enrolled.6

Important Notes for All ApplicantsFor the undergraduate Freshman admission, foreign applicants whose parents arealso both foreign nationals may indicate up to three different majors(ex : 1st Anthropology, 2nd : Mathematics, 3rd : Business Administration)Þ Art, Music, or Physical Education major undergraduate applicants, however, arenot subject to the multiple major application options.þþSNU does not generally acknowledge international schools located in Korea as foreign schools.All documents should be in English or Korean.Documents in another language shouldbe accompanied by a notarized English or Korean translation.þIf any of the submitted materials contain false information, admission will be rescinded.þOriginal documents should be submitted.Should they be unavailable, however, copies must beauthorized by the originating institution before they are submitted.þStudents whose graduations were pending at other institutions during the time of applicationshould submit their Graduation Certificates and the Certificates of their degrees to theirdepartments within 15 days after their enrollment at SNU. Failure to submit this document mayrevoke the admission offer.þUndergraduate transfer applicants (international as well as those of Korean origin) must submitthe entire record of their Certificate of Facts Concerning the Entry and Exit. In case ofsubmission of false or unverifiable information (especially those resulting from multiplepassport handling) or failure to submit all of the requisite records may adversely affect one’scandidacy for acceptance.þUndergraduate transfer applicants of foreign origin must submit all of the relevant documentsfrom their respective universities (i.e., official transcripts, letters of attendance, etc) todemonstrate the current matriculation status and attendance at their present bachelor’s degreeprogram.þBe sure to make and keep photocopies of all completed forms.property of SNU and will not be returned to the applicants.Submitted documents becomeThe application fee is non-refundable.þAdmitted students may not defer enrollment to a later semester. Students who wish to deferenrollment must re-apply.þKorean citizens who hold dual citizenship are considered as “Applicants of Korean Origin.”They are not eligible to apply as foreign students.7

þThose applicants who were admitted to SNU within the last 5 years through internationaladmissions and intend to apply to a Master's or Doctoral program are exempt from submittingthe following:lOfficial certificates of graduation and transcripts from schools and/or universitiesoutside of KorealCertificate of Facts Concerning the Entry and ExitlOfficial document indicating parent-child relationship between the applicant andhis/her parentApplicants exempt from submitting any of the above documents should submit the Certificate ofAttendance or Graduation at SNU instead.þPlease be sure that the University issues only the Certificate of Admissions for studentVISA(type:D2) application for the admitted students.However, for information on submittingthe Approval Number of Visa Issuance for the Chinese students, please refer to the Office ofInternational Affairs website (http://oia.snu.ac.kr/Info/Visa/index.html).þAll transfer and graduate applicants must submit a document that verifies the currentinstitution is equivalent to a four-year college/university.þVerification of Academic Record form will be part of the application and you will be able to printupon completion of online application.þDetailed account of individual admissions decision for each applicant cannot be disclosed.þPlease be sure that, in principle, any modification or cancellation will not be accepted aftercompleting the application.þApplicants should take full responsibility for any disadvantages due to the mistakes oromissions on the application.þForeign students, whose parents are not citizens of Korea, may submit the Certificate of Factsconcerning the Entry and Exit issued by the Korea Immigration office, instead of the documentsregarding parents-child relationship and parents’ passport.If you experience any troublewhile preparing those documents, please submit the Letter of Agreement (Form5) about thereason.8

Important Notes about APOSTILLE RequirementsFor newly admitted studentsSince July 14, 2007, the Republic of Korea has been part of the 1961 Hague Conventionabolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents. The Convention providesfor the simplified certification or public (including notarized) documents to be used in countries thathave joined the convention.The Apostille ensures that public documents issued in one signatory country will be recognizedas valid in another signatory country. Apostille certificates are to be submitted within 15 days after their enrollment at SNU. For information regarding how to get an Apostille, please refer to the website www.hcch.net.A. Newly admitted students from countries which are signatories to the conventionmust meet the following requirements:※ Please refer to The list of signatory countries on Apostille certificates in Appendix 4.1.Official certificates (transcripts, diplomas, etc.) from public schools or institutions should besubmitted with the attachment of “Apostille”.2.Official certificates (transcripts, diplomas, etc.) form private schools or institutions, however, 1)should be officially notarized by a notary, agency or any other authority competent under the law ofthe country of origin of the certificates, and then, 2)should be submitted with the attachment of“Apostille”.N.B. All documents should be in English or Korean.Document in another language should beaccompanied by a notarized English or Korean translation.B. Admitted students from countries which are NOT signatories to the convention anddo not recognize the apostille must meet the following requirements:1.Official certificates (transcripts, diplomas, etc.) must be legalized by a Korean consular officer inthe country which issued the certificates.2.Applicants from these countries should submit the official certificates with the attachment of anAuthentication (ex. Certificate of Authentication or Certificate of Overseas Educational Institutions)issued by the Korean embassy or consulate.N.B. All documents should be in English or Korean.Document in another language should beaccompanied by a notarized English or Korean translation.9

Notes forApplicants of Korean OriginApplicants of Korean origin who completed their entire education (primary, secondary) outside ofKorea should submit the following additional document:1.Certificate of Facts Concerning the Entry and Exit of the applicant (The entire record of theCertificate of Facts concerning the Entry and Exit of the applicant must be submitted.)Applicants of Korean origin are exempt from submitting the following documents:1.Financial Certificate (Form 4)2.Copies of both parents' passports (or other official documents indicating your parents' nationality)3.Official document indicating parent-child relationship between the applicant and his/her parentsUndergraduate freshman applicants only:If you are an applicant of Korean origin applying toprograms in the Fine Arts, Music, or physical education, you will be required to take a performancetest on campus.The appropriate college or department will notify you regarding the schedule ofsuch tests after your application has been processed.Admissions Eligibility and RequirementsA. Common Eligibility of Language Proficiency※ Applicants must satisfy at least one of the Language Proficiency conditions listed below.(1) Test of Proficiency in Korean(TOPIK) level 3 or higher(2) TOEFL(PBT 550, CBT 210, iBT 80), IELTS 5.5, TEPS 551 or higher(3) Any other supporting documents of English or Korean Proficiency which could be consideredequivalent or higher than the criteria mentioned above.(ex: Other nationally recognized language score report from the applicant’s country, High Schoolprofile, University curriculum description, etc.)10

B. Eligibility of each Degree Course※Eligibility requirements for each category of candidates are explained in the following pages. Eligibilitystatus must be met by Feb. 29, 2012.※Submitted documents become the property of SNU and will not be returned to the applicants.※Documents that are not in English or Korean must be accompanied by an English or Korean notarizedtranslation.※Please submit the originals as well.Unusual cases and individual circumstances will be given consideration for international applicants.Undergraduate Freshman ApplicantsⅠ. Eligibility for ApplicationInternational applicants must meet all of the following requirements:l1) He or she is a graduate of high school; 2) His or her parents are not citizens of KoreaApplicants of Korean origin must have received his or her entire primary and secondaryl(elementary, junior high and high school) education outside of KoreaNote: If you and/0r your parents are citizens of Korea, please see “Notes forApplicants of Korean Origin” on page 10.Ⅱ . Required Documents for Undergraduate Freshman Applicants1.One completed Application Form (Form 1, Print out after completing online application)2.Personal Statement and Study Plan (Form 2, in English or Korean)3.Two Letters of Recommendation (Form 3) from your teachers4.Official High School Transcript and Graduation Certificate5.A copy of the applicant's passport6.Copies of both parents' passports (or other official documents indicating parents' nationality)7.Official document indicating parent-child relationship between the applicant and his/her parents Foreign students, who have received entire education outside of Korea, may submit theCertificate of Facts concerning the Entry and Exit issued by the Korea Immigration Office,instead of the documents regarding parents-child relationship and parents’ passports.8.Financial Certification (Form 4)9.Additional materials for applicants to programs in the Fine Arts, Music and Physical Education(portfolio, photographs of works, recordings of performances, etc.)10.Supplementary materials (see page 5)11.Certificate proving the English or Korean proficiency (see page 6)12.Agreement for Verification of Academic Record Upon completion of all required online procedures, applicants must print out the officialagreement for Academic Record Verification.11

Undergraduate Transfer ApplicantsⅠ. Eligibility for ApplicationInternational applicants must meet all of the following requirements:l1) He or she must have received at least two years in a degree program at a four-year universityor another Bachelor’s degree program;2)His or her parents are not citizens of Korea.International applicants who have received their entire elementary, middle school, high school,land at least two years of university education at a four-year university (or another Bachelor'sdegree program) outside of Korea.Note: If your parents are citizens of Korea, please see “Notes for Applicants ofKorean Origin” on page 10.Ⅱ. Required Documents for Undergraduate Transfer Applicants1.One completed Application Form (Form 1, Print out after completing online application)2.Personal Statement and Study Plan (Form 2, in English or Korean)3.Two Letters of Recommendation (Form 3) from your professors4.Official Transcript and Graduation Certificates from high school5.Official university transcripts of academic records and Certificate of Attendance indicating thatapplicant is currently enrolled at the university6.A copy of the applicant's passport (or other official document indicating your nationality)7.Copies of both parents' passports (or other official documents indicating parents' nationality)8.Official document indicating parent-child relationship between the applicant and his/her parents Foreign students, who have received entire education outside of Korea, may submit theCertificate of Facts concerning the Entry and Exit issued by the Korea Immigration Office,instead of the documents regarding parents-child relationship and parents’ passports.9.10.Financial Certification (Form 4)Additional materials for applicants to programs in the Fine Arts, Music and Physical Education(portfolio, photographs of works, recordings of performances, etc.)11.Supplementary materials (see page 5)12.Certificate proving the English or Korean proficiency (see page 6)13.Agreement for Verification of Academic Record Upon completion of all required online procedures, applicants must print out the officialagreement for Academic Record Verification.12

Master's Program ApplicantsⅠ. Eligibility for ApplicationlInternational applicants must meet all of the following requirements:1) He or she holds a Bachelor’s degree, or is considered by the admission committee to have anacceptable intellectual competence at the level of someone holding an equivalent or higher degree;2) He or she is not a citizen of Korea; 3) His or her parents are not citizens of KorealApplicants of Korean origin must meet all of the following requirements:1) He or she received entire elementary, junior high, high school, and undergraduate educationoutside of Korea at the comparable and equivalent level of those provided in Korea; 2) He or sheholds a Bachelor’s degree, or is considered by the admission committee to have an acceptableintellectual competence at the level of someone holding an equivalent or higher degree.Note: If you and/0r your parents are citizens of Korea, please see “Notes forApplicants of Korean Origin” on page 10.Ⅱ. Required Documents for Master’s Program Applicants1.One completed Application Form (Form 1, Print out after completing online application)2.Personal Statement and Study Plan (Form 2, in English or Korean)3.Two Letters of Recommendation (Form 3) from your professors4.Official documents:lOfficial Undergraduate Studies TranscriptlNotarized Certificate of a Bachelor's Degree / Undergraduate School Graduation CertificateNOTE:If you are currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, you should submit anofficial document that indicates your expected date of graduation.Note: Transcripts and Certificates from Chinese universities MUST be accompaniedby verification from the China Academic Degree & Graduate EducationDevelopment Center. Refer to the website http://www.cdgdc.edu.cn5.A copy of the applicant's passport (or other official document indicating your nationality)6.Copies of both parents' passports (or other official documents indicating parents' nationality)7.Official document indicating parent-child relationship between the applicant and his/her parents Foreign students, who have received entire education outside of Korea, may submit theCertificate of Facts concerning the Entry and Exit issued by the Korea Immigration Office,instead of the documents regarding parents-child relationship and parents’ passports.8.Financial Certification (Form 4)9.Additional materials for applicants to programs in the Fine Arts, Music ,Physical Education andFine Arts Education Major (portfolio, photographs of works, recordings of performances, etc.)10. Supplementary materials (see page 5)11.Certificate proving the English or Korean proficiency (see page 6)12.Agreement for Verification of Academic Record Upon completion of all required online procedures, applicants must print out the officialagreement for Academic Record Verification.13

Doctoral Program ApplicantsⅠ. Eligibility for ApplicationlInternational applicants must meet all of the following requirements:1) He or she holds a Master’s degree, or is considered by the admission committee to have anacceptable intellectual competence at the level of someone holding an equivalent or higher degree;2) He or she is not a citizen of Korea; 3) His or her parents are not

[ Test of Proficiency in Korean(TOPIK), Korean Language Proficiency Test(KLPT) or any other supporting documents which demonstrate appropriate language proficiency.] N.B. Depending on the academic department, failing to demonstrate one's Korean proficiency may adversely affect one's candidacy for acceptance.