Largest Scholarship Program among Korean Universities Based on National University Information Disclosure Data

Leaps from 3rd to 1st Nationwide in Total Scholarship Amounts, Strengthening Student Growth Opportunities

Collective Efforts of University Community Lead to Success in Evaluations, Government Projects, and Record-High Scholarships

[September 4, 2025]

Yeungnam University (YU, President CHOI Oe-chool) has risen to first place nationwide in total scholarship amounts, further reinforcing its commitment to “student-centered support.” This achievement, made possible through the united efforts of the entire university community, has drawn strong attention from parents and prospective students ahead of the 2026 admissions cycle.

According to the 2025 National University Information Disclosure (based on 2024 results), YU provided students with scholarships totaling approximately KRW 86.5 billion, the highest amount among universities in Korea. Having ranked 3rd last year, YU’s jump to 1st place is particularly remarkable considering that some universities have larger enrollment sizes or higher tuition fees. On average, each enrolled student received about KRW 4.4 million, significantly alleviating tuition burdens while supporting diverse activities such as academics, research, international exchange, and entrepreneurship.

A key factor behind YU’s success in reaching No. 1 in scholarship totals has been its outstanding performance in securing government-funded projects. In 2025, YU was selected for all seven competitive projects under the Gyeongsangbuk-do RISE (Regional Innovation System & Education) program, securing a total of KRW 52.5 billion (KRW 10.5 billion annually), the largest allocation among the 29 universities in the Gyeongbuk region.  This large-scale funding has provided a strong foundation not only for regional entrepreneurship, technological innovation, and training future industry talent, but also for expanding scholarships and support programs available to students. In addition, YU has been continuously selected for projects led by major ministries such as the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Science and ICT, and the Ministry of Health and Welfare, further strengthening both its educational and research capacity and the breadth of opportunities available to students.

YU’s strong student support and competitive edge are also reflected in global and domestic university rankings. YU ranked among the top five Korean universities in the 2024 Leiden Ranking, maintaining the No. 1 position in mathematics and computer science in Korea for ten consecutive years. It also placed joint 19th domestically in the THE 2024 World University Rankings, 14th in Korea in the U.S. News & World Report 2025–2026 global rankings, and earned recognition for innovation in the WURI Rankings. Confidence in YU’s educational competitiveness has translated into admissions results, with the university achieving a 100% freshman enrollment rate within quota for the 2025 academic year—the first such record since the implementation of the National University Information Disclosure system.

President CHOI Oe-chool of YU stated, “Achieving first place nationwide in scholarship funding and securing large-scale government support projects are remarkable accomplishments made possible by the collective dedication of the YU community. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our professors, research teams, and staff for their tireless efforts and support.” He added, “We will continue to reduce students’ financial burden while providing broad opportunities in education, research, and international exchange, striving to nurture globally competitive talent.” President Choi further emphasized, “YU will remain steadfast in supporting our students to grow as warm-hearted individuals equipped with expertise and creativity, capable of enhancing the dignity of Korea and contributing to humanity.”