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We currently publish 14 detailed university profiles, with more being added. All 15 listed institutions cover large national research universities, private and specialized schools, and a maritime university.
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National · PNU
Pusan National University
Busan's top national university with strong engineering, sciences, and humanities programs.
Tuition
₩1,500,000 – ₩2,500,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3 or IELTS 5.5Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
National · PKNU
Pukyong National University
Korea's leading maritime and fisheries university with growing international programs.
Tuition
₩1,500,000 – ₩2,500,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3 or IELTS 5.5Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
National · KMOU
Korea Maritime & Ocean University
Specialized in maritime, ocean, and logistics studies with strong industry connections.
Tuition
₩1,500,000 – ₩2,500,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3 or IELTS 5.5Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Dong-A
Dong-A University
One of Busan's largest private universities with a flagship English-track IBM program.
Tuition
₩3,000,000 – ₩4,000,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3 or IELTS 5.5Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Kyungsung
Kyungsung University
Located near Kyungsung/PNU area, known for creative arts, film, and its Global College.
Tuition
₩3,000,000 – ₩4,000,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3 or IELTS 5.5Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · BUFS
Busan University of Foreign Studies
Specialized language and international studies university with a multilingual environment.
Tuition
₩3,400,000 – ₩3,989,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3 or IELTS 5.5Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Dongseo
Dongseo University
Innovative university strong in digital media, IT, and creative arts.
Tuition
₩3,000,000 – ₩3,500,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3 or IELTS 5.5Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Silla
Silla University
Known for tourism, hospitality, and practical arts programs.
Tuition
Not published
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Youngsan
Youngsan University
Practical-focused university with programs in real estate, law, and hotel management.
Tuition
Not published
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Tongmyong
Tongmyong University
IT and engineering-focused university with strong industry partnerships.
Tuition
₩2,500,000 – ₩3,500,000 / semester
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
National · BNUE
Busan National University of Education
A national university of education training elementary school teachers. As of August 2026 it publishes no international undergraduate admission track.
Tuition
₩1,658,000 / semester, 2026학년도 basis
Typical language requirement
No language requirement published, no international trackVaries by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · CUP
Catholic University of Pusan
A private Catholic university in Geumjeong-gu built around nursing and the health sciences. Admission for international students runs on Korean, not English.
Tuition
₩3,226,000 – ₩4,127,500 / semester, 2026학년도 1학기 기준
Typical language requirement
TOPIK, or KIIP Level 1, or the Sejong Institute beginner course, or 1 year at CUP's 국제교육원Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Kosin
Kosin University
Christian university known for its medical school and Gospel Hospital.
Tuition
Not published
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 4Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Private · Dong-Eui
Dong-Eui University
Large private university known for sports science, oriental medicine, and ICT.
Tuition
Not published
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 3Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
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Private · Inje
Inje University
Main campus in Gimhae. Busan presence: Busan Paik Hospital in Busanjin-gu, an affiliated teaching and research hospital.
Inje University's main campus is in Gimhae, not Busan. Its Busan presence is Busan Paik Hospital in Busanjin-gu, an affiliated teaching and research hospital.
Tuition
Not published
Typical language requirement
TOPIK 4 or IELTS 6.0Varies by program
Lifestyle (our rating)
Beach proximity and cafe & student district ratings are OurBusan.life's own local assessment, not official university data. Language requirements shown are typical and vary by program.
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