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With the 2027 academic year approaching, KCUE will host a nationwide college admissions fair from July 23–25, while the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education has also provided regional guidance. Discussions on shifting to absolute grading and expanding descriptive assessments are currently shaping the landscape for upcoming applicants.
최근 대입 시장에서는 수능 절대평가 전환과 논술형 평가 확대가 큰 화두입니다. 입시 부담을 줄이고 전형을 다변화하려는 움직임이 뚜렷하네요.
한국교육과정평가원이 2027학년도 수능 시행세부계획을 공고했어요. 11월 19일에 치러질 이번 수능도 공교육과 EBS 연계 중심의 출제 기조를 그대로 이어가며 사교육 의존도를 낮추려는 정부 방침을 준수할 예정이에요. 현재 2026학년도 대입은 추가모집 단계가 진행 중입니다.
In India, a student achieved a 100th percentile score in four out of five subjects in the CUET-UG 2026, marking an incredible feat. Meanwhile, in Korea, regular admissions (Jeongsi) applications for the 2026 academic year are underway, with continued focus on stable early/regular admission patterns and upcoming changes to the CSAT schedule and university-specific criteria.
오늘 발표된 한국교육과정평가원의 2027학년도 9월 모의평가 시행계획이 주목되며, 2026학년도 대입이 추가모집 단계로 접어들면서 수험생들의 마지막 기회가 임박했다. 2027학년도 수시 모집비율이 80% 이상으로 확대되는 추세 속에서 내신과 수능최저기준 동시 대비의 중요성이 강조되고 있다.
Major universities are rolling out a 2.5x increase in "N-student-free" rolling admission spots by 2028. For the current 2026 cycle, keep a close eye on the 79.9% rolling admission rate and specific school changes.
On June 11, Vietnam began its high school graduation exams, while Konkuk University released its 2026 regular admissions results, highlighting increased competition for Veterinary Medicine. Meanwhile, authorities are cracking down on AI-assisted cheating.
As the 2026 academic year admissions process continues, Konkuk University's regular admissions results show its Veterinary Medicine program hit a 96.33 percentile score, reflecting increased competition due to the restoration of medical school quotas. Students should carefully check the upcoming additional recruitment period starting June 20.
Korea University's 2026 medical school admissions reached a 99th percentile cutoff, marking a new peak. Meanwhile, over 1.2 million students completed registration for the 2026 high school graduation exam. Regular admissions for the year will account for 19.8% of total spots, with notable changes including the removal of subject restrictions by several major universities.
The 2026 academic year features a record-high 79.9% rolling admissions rate and mandatory school violence record disclosures. Major institutions like Korea University are loosening testing requirements, while regular admissions remain focused on the CSAT.
As the 2026 college admissions season kicks off, Vietnam has unveiled disaster response plans for its high school graduation exams, while South Korean universities are finalizing their admissions structures, maintaining a focus on CSAT-based regular admissions alongside notable shifts in eligibility criteria. Students should now accelerate their preparations by analyzing June mock exam results and keeping a close eye on application timelines.
On June 6, Vietnam announced the deadline for verifying 2026 university application credentials, while South Korea's June mock exam (administered June 4) was assessed as "moderate" difficulty. As more universities eliminate exploration subject restrictions in 2026 regular admission, test-takers need more strategic preparation.
The June mock exam, a key milestone for 2027 college admissions, was held nationwide on the 4th, prompting students to reassess their early and regular admission strategies based on their results. With the 2026 admission guidelines finalized, key changes include expanded removal of required CSAT subjects and relaxed minimum academic standards.
Today (the 4th), the June mock exam for the 2027 school year was held in high schools nationwide. According to Veritas Alpha, the math section focused on applying basic concepts, serving as a key indicator for the upcoming September mock exam and the CSAT.
As the 2026 academic year admissions season kicks off in June, a combined admissions briefing for Chungcheong regional public universities is set for the 5th. Veritas Alpha has released its 2026 college and high school admission calendars, with early decision applications scheduled for mid-September and the selection process running from mid-September to mid-December.
As the 2026 academic year unfolds, mandatory reporting of school violence has led to a surge in reviews at specialized high schools. Meanwhile, universities are "fine-tuning" their admissions processes ahead of the 2028 reforms, requiring students to stay agile.
2026학년도 대입은 수시 모집 비중이 79.9%로 역대 최고를 기록하며 학생부 중심 선발이 더욱 중요해졌습니다. 특히 6월 모의평가를 앞두고 과학탐구 기피 현상이 심화되고 있는 가운데, 고려대·인천대·홍익대·숙명여대의 탐구 선택 제한 폐지가 수험생들의 전략에 어떤 변화를 가져올지 주목됩니다.
The 2026 college admissions cycle has been restructured around early admission (suneung), which now accounts for 79.9% of all enrollment—a record high. Student profile-based admissions have surged, with 3,648 more students selected through this route compared to last year. Makeup admissions will only be held at universities with remaining vacancies, with the final decision deadline at 6 PM today—creating a last-chance opportunity for test-takers still seeking placement.
2027학년도 영재학교·과학고 원서접수가 진행 중이며, 경기과고는 전년 대비 경쟁률이 상승했다. 의대 제시문 면접과 학생부 기반 면접의 출제 경향이 AI 의료윤리, 응급상황 판단, 탐구과정 설명 등으로 심화되고 있다.
With the proportion of rolling admissions rising to 80.8% for the 2027 academic year, May assessment results show only 22% of high school seniors opted for Science (a 6-year low). While discussions on 2028 systemic reforms continue, colleges are polarizing: Seoul-area schools are expanding student record-based comprehensive screening, while non-metropolitan schools are focusing on increasing subject-based admissions.
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