Korean universities seek higher internationalization
The Korea Times University Rankings 2027 survey of 60 universities this year saw Korea University topping the list, followed by Seoul National University and Yonsei University. It is the second year Korea University topped the ranking, scoring 149.52 points out of 200. The survey evaluated the schools across four categories — education, research, student support and graduate outcomes — to gauge…
The Korea Times University Rankings 2027 survey revealed Korea University leading the pack, followed closely by Seoul National University and Yonsei University. Korea University has maintained its top spot for two consecutive years, scoring 149.52 points out of a possible 200. The survey assessed universities based on four key areas - education, research, student support and graduate outcomes - to determine their contribution to global ecosystem development.
Seoul National University and Yonsei University rounded out the top three, with scores of 142.22 and 140.74 points, respectively. Sungkyunkwan University secured the fourth position, with Hanyang and Sogang Universities completing the top six. Ewha Womans University, Kyung Hee University, and Dongguk University retained their places in the Top 10 Korean universities, while Sejong University made a notable leap to rank seventh.
This year's survey placed increased importance on faculty diversity, student success, and long-term research collaborations. New metrics included the ratio of faculty members from diverse backgrounds and those engaged in sustained research partnerships.
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