Sogang University

Located in the heart of Seoul, Sogang University was founded by the Society of Jesus in 1960. Since its foundation, Sogang has grown into one of the most prestigious universities in Korea. Sogang seeks scholastic excellence by providing world-class education through its outstanding faculty, state-of-the-art research, quality educational programs and rigorous academic management system based on the Jesuit education philosophy.

Sogang university was established by the Society of Jesus to provide an education based on Catholic belief and inspired by the Jesuit educational philosophy, in conformity with the Korean tradition of education.Sogang University‘s goal is to educate the whole human person on foundations of love and faith, encouraging all its members to be intent on the pursuit of learning in a sincere quest for truth.Through this education, we aim to cultivate people of talent who will devote their lives to the development of a humanistic culture and the union of all mankind.

Foundation year:1960
Short name:SU
Type:Private, Liberal Arts
Students:9640
Faculty:430
Faculty/Students Ratio:22:1
Region:Asia
Location:Seoul