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Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

 
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    About the Program

    Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) is a recent private university known for its research and education in science and technology that opened on December 3, 1986. In 1998, it was ranked by Asiaweek as the best science and technology university in Asia. According to The Times Higher Education, this university is ranked the 53rd best university, 6th best in Asia, and 3rd in South Korea.

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    Location Pohang, South Korea
    Program Type Partner University Program
    Program Term Fall, Spring, Academic Year
    Language of Instruction English, Korean
    Budget View Budget
    Living Arrangements Independent Arrangement
    Additional Information A Partner University program is a study abroad experience where students are nominated/accepted by Stony Brook University, and enroll at a partner institution. In most cases SBU faculty or staff are NOT traveling with participants.
    Program Housing Statement: Stony Brook University is required to comply with the housing policies of the host country, partner institution and/or hotel/hostel. These policies may include requirements such as sex-based housing placement.

     Requirements

    GPA 3.0
    Other Requirements Students must be matriculated in an undergraduate degree program.
    Application Deadline

    Fall/academic year admission: February 15 

    Spring admission: October 15 

    Candidates may be interviewed to determine their qualifications for participating and representing Stony Brook University abroad
  • Academic Information

    Course Information

    Academic Policies

    • Students must maintain full-time status while abroad
    • This is a partner university program. Applications must be submitted to Stony Brook University first. Information regarding the next steps in the process will be distributed to students who have received formal nominations by their International Programs Coordinator.
    • Grades earned in a Partner University program WILL NOT calculate towards the cumulative GPA for SBU students.
    • Non-SBU students must contact their home university regarding their grade and credit transfer policy.
    • All participants following the Stony Brook Curriculum (SBC) will receive GLO and EXP+ in addition to requirements fulfilled by their coursework.

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