[Chung-Ang University] 2026 Spring Semester (2nd Round) Admission for…
Chung-Ang University (CAU) will open applications for the 2026 Spring Semester (2nd Round) admission from Wednesday, November 12 to Wednesday, November 26, 2025, for outstanding international students seeking to continue their academic growth in Korea.
As a university certified for excellence in internationalization by the Korean Ministry of Education, Chung-Ang University provides customized programs and systematic support services designed to help international students achieve academic success and a fulfilling university life in Korea.
For the 2026 academic year, CAU has introduced new academic programs dedicated to international students and expanded both entrance and merit-based scholarships.
(As of the first semester of 2025, approximately 44% of international students received scholarships.)
[2026 Spring Semester (2nd Round) Admission Schedule]
| Category | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Application | Nov 12 (Wed) 10:00 – Nov 26 (Wed) 18:00, 2025 |
| Document Submission | Nov 12 (Wed) – Nov 26 (Wed), 2025 |
| Performance Test (Arts & Physical Education) | Dec 6 (Sat), 2025 |
| Announcement of Admission Results | Dec 19 (Fri), 2025 |
[New and Reorganized Academic Programs for 2026]
| 2025 | 2026 | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| – | Global Interactive Convergence Contents Major | 100% English-taught program, exclusively for international students |
| Korean Language & Literature | Korean Language & Literature Department (Major in Korean Language Education and Korean Culture) | Specialized program for international students |
| Advertising & Public Relations | School of Advertising & Public Relations (Major in Global Advertising & PR) | Specialized program for international students |
Program Highlights:
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The Global Interactive Convergence Contents Major was newly established to foster next-generation leaders in the game industry. It aims to equip students with planning and development skills based on advanced technologies such as AI and VR/AR, preparing them to become project managers (PMs) and executives in the global gaming sector.
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The newly established Korean Language Education & Korean Culture Major and Global Advertising & PR Major are designed exclusively for international students, offering specialized curricula to nurture global leaders grounded in CAU’s academic excellence.
(Program introduction materials: [Click here])
[Document Evaluation Criteria]
Chung-Ang University conducts a comprehensive review of each applicant’s qualifications to select talented individuals with the potential to become global leaders. Professional evaluators assess applicants’ submitted materials (transcripts, language scores, and other supporting documents) based on the following criteria:
| Evaluation Area | Main Criteria | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Ability | - Achievement in core subjects required for university study - Appropriateness of completed coursework | 40% |
| Communication Skills | - Korean language ability (TOPIK, completion level in Korean language courses, etc.) - English proficiency (official test scores, academic performance in English courses, etc.) | 35% |
| Global Competence | - Diligence, curiosity, initiative, leadership, and potential for global growth | 25% |
[Popular Majors for 2026 Admissions]
For highly competitive programs, applicants are encouraged to have at least TOPIK Level 4 proficiency and strong academic performance.
| College | Major / Department |
|---|---|
| College of Humanities | Asian Cultural Studies (Japanese Language & Culture) |
| College of Social Sciences | Media Communication, Psychology, Global Advertising & PR, Political Science & International Studies, Sociology, Social Welfare |
| School of Software | Software Engineering |
| College of Business & Economics | International Logistics, Business Administration |
[Contact Information]
For further inquiries, please contact the Office of International Affairs at Chung-Ang University:
Tel: +82-2-820-6575 / 6124
Email: ba@cau.ac.kr
Website: https://oia.cau.ac.kr/bbs/board.php?tbl=k_bbs61
