| Information Sheet |
| Program Type |
Host University |
| Language of Instruction |
English, Korean |
| Minimum GPA |
2.5 |
| Minimum Class Eligibility |
2-Sophomore |
| Housing Options |
Dormitory |
| Language Courses Offered |
Yes |
| Credit Type |
Undergraduate & Graduate |
| Program Length |
Semester, AY |
About Pusan National University
- PNU was founded in 1946 as the first national university in Korea and has about 1,200 faculty members and over 35,000 students enrolled.
- PNU was ranked No. 1 among national universities in Korea due to its leadership in research and higher education.
- The university provides educational opportunities in almost all areas of study and supports the need for quality higher education in Korea's southeastern region.
- In an effort to further internationalize, the university recently tripled the number of courses provided in English across all disciplines, which has offered more than 1,500 International students from 80 countries who take courses at PNU annually.
- PNU also ranks No. 1 in the number of published papers per professor among national universities in Korea in 2014, and No. 1 in the number of alumni executives in the Top 10 (domestic) corporate groups among regional universities in 2012.
About Pusan, South Korea
- Busan has a population of more than 3.5 million and is the second-largest city in Korea.
- It is also the center of marine logistics in Northeast Asia.
- The city hosts one of the world’s five “super hub ports” and serves as a gateway to the Eurasian continent.
- Busan is known for its beaches, hot springs, nature reserves, and events such as the city's renowned international film festival held each fall.
- Furthermore, the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) and the development of Busan Cinema Town is helping to position the city at the top of one of Asia’s most important cultural content industries.
- Busan has an abundance of natural beauty, beloved by international and domestic tourists alike!
Fast Facts
Academic Calendar: Fall, Spring
Credits: 12-19 credits per semester
Course Offering: Most Majors
Faculty & Staff: On-campus international office available to students
Academics
Students should meet with an advisor in the Center for Education Abroad & Away office to review course options. The credits earned at Pusan National University will most likely transfer back to MNSU.
NOTE: Pusan National University's academic calendar may not align with the Minnesota State Mankato academic calendar. Please
check the tern dates carefully so that you ensure your participation abroad does not overlap with Minnesota State Mankato semester dates.
Admission
- Sophomore status or above at MNSU
- GPA of 2.5 or above
- Students should first apply with the MNSU application online
Please see a CGE Advisor for cost information.
MNSU students are housed in dormitories.
Steps to move forward:
- Click on the "Apply Now" button at the top of the page
- Complete all the paperwork within the MNSU application
- Deadline
- October 1 - deadline: You will hear from us shortly thereafter about nomination and acceptance
- March 1 - deadline: You will hear from us shortly thereafter about nomination and acceptance
- Start your next step of post-decision paperwork
- TBD: Mandatory Pre-departure orientation (more information and invites will be sent to your MNSU email)
CONTACT INFORMATION
Please contact one of the following Center for Global Engagement (CGE) advisors or stop by our office in Morris Hall 002!
Anna Ochs: anna.ochs@mnsu.edu or 507-389-6669
Erica Johnson: erica.johnson@mnsu.edu or 507-389-6724
Updated 3/30/23 TC
