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Gyeongsang National University

Also known as: GNU, Jinju National University, Gyeongnam National University of Science and Technology, 경상국립대학교

Public school in Jinju, South Gyeongsang, South Korea

Gyeongsang National University (GNU) is a major research university formed through the integration of several institutions, including Jinju National University (merged in 2011) and Gyeongnam National University of Science and Technology (merged in 2021). As a flagship university, it leads education and research in the region, with particular strengths in agriculture, life sciences, and engineering.

flagship national university

research oriented

agriculture

merged institution

Gyeongsang National University background

SAT Scores are optional

This university has a test-optional policy.

As a flagship national university, Gyeongsang National University's admission policy for international undergraduates is test-optional. While not required, applicants can submit scores from standardized tests like the SAT or ACT as supplementary materials to demonstrate their academic achievement, which are considered during the holistic application review.

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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