Korea University

Korea University is a private research university in Seoul, South Korea. It was founded in 1905 as Bosung College by Lee Yong-Ik, Treasurer of the Royal Household of the Korean Empire. It was established with the mission of "Education Saves the Country" and was one of the first universities in Korea to be founded by Koreans.

During the Japanese colonial period (1910-1945), Bosung College was a symbol of Korean national pride and resistance. The college was renamed Korea University in 1946, after Korea gained independence from Japan.

In the early years of the Republic of Korea, Korea University played a leading role in the democratization movement. The university was a hotbed of student activism, and many of the leaders of the April 19 Revolution, which overthrew the Syngman Rhee dictatorship in 1960, were Korea University students.

Korea University continued to grow and develop in the post-war era. The university expanded its campus, curriculum, and faculty, and it quickly became one of the leading universities in South Korea. Today, Korea University is one of the most prestigious universities in South Korea and is ranked among the top universities in the world.

The university has a large and diverse student body, with over 37,000 students enrolled. It also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.

Korea University is located in the Anam-dong neighborhood of Seoul. The campus is home to a number of historical and cultural landmarks, including the Korea University Museum and the Korea University Library.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2025, Korea University is positioned as the #67 top university in the world, which makes it the #4 top university in South Korea. The university's global rank is improved by 12 points from last year.