Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

This partner university is applicable for students applying for the second exchange.
Application requirement
Korean Category, 該校12/17來信提供獎學金資訊(限學士生且有較高語檢及GPA要求),欲選填者請詳閱該校注意事項。
  1. At least First-year Undergraduate student/First-year master’s student/First-year doctoral student. According to the year of study recorded in the Office of Academic Affairs system at the time of internal selection..
  2. GPA should be higher than 3.00.
  3. TOEFL iBT 79 (Accept Home Edition) or IELTS 6.0.
  4. or
  5. Korean (TOPIK) at least 3 level.
  6. or
  7. Korean (KLAT) at least 3 level, 若總成績相同且按志願序分發皆至該校者,錄取資格以具韓語能力證明者優先.
Quota
1 student for 1 semester.
(Limited to 1 exchange student for the 2nd semester) 
Academic Calendar
Refer to here for the academic calendar.
Registration
Students must register as a full-time student at NTU and are liable for tuition fees at NTU while overseas. Students do not have to pay tuition fees to the host university, but remain liable for miscellaneous, accommodation, living, insurance, transportation and other personal fees.
Academic Information
  1. The language requirements listed are the minimum standards. Applicants are advised to look into specific departments and courses to ensure they meet all prerequisites and additional language criteria. The host institution reserves the right to deny admission if no suitable departments or courses are available.
    If any information provided in this table conflicts with the latest announcements from the exchange university, country, or region, applicants should follow the most recent official announcements from the respective university, country, or region.
    Exchange students who are selected and recommended by NTU are not allowed, after receiving admission approval from the host university, to request changes to the granted admission conditions, nor may they, if their exchange application is rejected by the host university, request to reapply under different conditions. Any such actions will result in immediate cancellation of their admission eligibility.

  2. This university only accepts students majoring in "Science" or "Technology." Applicants should ensure that there are eligible departments or programs available for them. The university reserves the right to reject applicants who do not meet these criteria.

    Semiconductor Engineering is not open to exchange students.

  3. For exchange information, please refer to the website and the Fact sheet.

  4. Course information

  5. For language course information, please refer to the website.

  6. For department information, please refer to the website.

  7. Minimum academic workload: 10 for Undergraduate and 3 for Graduate Students

  8. Department-specific applications are not permitted:
    Humanities and Social Sciences department only offers selective courses that are not admitted as a “major” course. 
    Semiconductor Engineering is NOT open to exchange students.

  9. Research exchange students are required to contact a POSTECH professor and get approval for research projects before applying. Letter of approval from the advising professor must be attached on the online application form.

  10. Medical Insurance: All exchange students are required to purchase a health insurance arranged by POSTECH Student Affairs, and the insurance fee per semester is about KRW 100,000.  
  11. On December 17, 2025, the university announced the Global Young Leaders Program (GYLP). Students who choose this university for a one-year exchange and meet the following eligibility criteria may apply for the program:

  • About GYLP
    • Global Young Leaders Program (GYLP) is a fully funded, one-year academic exchange program sponsored by POSTECH & POSCO. Launched in 2022, GYLP offers an exceptional scholarship package to outstanding students.
    • Now welcoming applicants for our 5th batch, we are expanding eligible partners to strengthen partnerships and foster mutual collaboration.
    • About the Program | Official Instagram
  • Program Overview
    • Duration: 1 Full Academic Year (10 months, September 2026 - June 2027)
    • Eligibility: Undergraduate Student from Strategic Partners with minimum GPA 3.3 out of 4.3 & English Proficiency (TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5)
    • A video interview may be required for some applicants. If necessary, we will notify the student in advance.
    • Admission is competitive, and selection will be based on a thorough review of all applications worldwide. 
  • Program Requirements
    • Enroll at least 6 POSTECH major related credits per semester
    • Complete Korean Language Course each semester, including a Pre-Arrival Summer Course
    • Participate in Research Activities during the Winter Break
    • Engage actively in GYLP excursions and alumni activities
  • Scholarship Benefits
    • Round-Trip Flight Ticket
    • Visa & Transportation Support: 500,000 KRW (approx. 350 USD) once
    • Living Allowance: 1,000,000 KRW (approx. 750 USD) per month
    • LEAD+: Self-Design cultural excursion & leadership education opportunity
Living Cost and Health Insurance
  1. Health insurance information, please refer to the website.
  2. Living cost information, please refer to the website. Estimated Cost of Living (per semester): KRW 750,000 per month.
Accommodation Information
Housing is guaranteed. For more information, please refer to the website.