오늘의 대학 입시 뉴스: 2026-05-30 Update
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.
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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.
The May 2026 national mock exam shows science exploration exam participation among 12th graders dropped to 22%, the lowest in six years since the unified college entrance system launched. More universities are allowing social studies and probability/statistics for natural science majors, creating a mismatch with government policies emphasizing semiconductor and AI talent cultivation. Meanwhile, top universities like Sogang, Sungkyunkwan, and Hanyang are adjusting 2028 admission plans to strengthen Korean and math weight in regular admissions while expanding qualitative evaluation in early admissions.
Today (May 23, 2026), fresh university admissions news is limited, but the dramatic expansion of school records' influence in 2028 SKY admissions is drawing major attention. The number of recruits selected through regular admissions without the College Scholastic Ability Test minimum score requirements is expected to grow significantly, while school records will also be reflected in early admissions. The Ministry of Education announced applications for the second semester of 2026 national scholarships, and held a launch ceremony for a parent education policy monitoring group.
오늘 가장 눈여겨볼 소식은 N수생 성적 하락에 관한 실태입니다. 재수생 4명 중 1명이 성적이 떨어졌다는 충격적인 결과가 나왔는데요. 탐구영역이 성적 향상의 핵심 열쇠로 꼽힌 만큼 전략적인 과목 선택이 무엇보다 중요해졌습니다. 2027학년도 대입 개편 논의도 활발한 가운데, 지금은 6월 모의평가를 앞두고 기초를 단단히 다져야 할 시기입니다.
As of May 19, 2026, the 2028 university admission plans reveal that SKY universities will increase their early admission (Susi) ratio to 66.7%, while Seoul National University and Yonsei University will maintain regular admission (Jeongsi) ratios of 30.7% and 31% respectively. According to Veritas Alpha, the total enrollment for these three universities is 11,657. Meanwhile, Hanyang University's 2026 admission results show the medical school’s 80% percentile score hit a record high of 98.38.
The 2028 college entrance exam admission plan analysis shows that the early admission (수시) ratio has reached a record high of 80.8% across universities nationwide. Columnists continue debating fairness concerns if the SAT-equivalent exam (수능) is weakened, with active discussion over proposed future admission system reforms centered on abolishing the 수능 by 2040.
Controversy continues to swirl around Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education's proposal to abolish the suneung (college entrance exam) by 2040, while student records are expected to gain influence across both early admission and regular admission for top universities like Seoul National University, Korea University, and Yonsei University in 2028. According to Veritas Alpha, Seoul National University has released detailed information for 2027 admissions procedures, with the official early admission guidelines announcement expected in May, drawing intense focus from test-takers and parents on major universities' admission changes.
Top universities like Seoul National University, Yonsei University, and Korea University (SKY) are significantly expanding the weight of student records (GPA and course credits) in their 2028 college admissions, marking a major shift away from the test-score-focused strategy that once dominated elite university entrance. This represents a fundamental restructuring of how students approach college applications, with particular implications for high-performing students in non-metropolitan regions like Jeju who previously relied on strong SAT-equivalent exam scores. As the June mock exam approaches, test takers need to simultaneously prepare for the standardized test while developing a balanced strategy for both regular and early admissions.
Top Seoul universities (SKY) are adjusting admissions strategies ahead of the 2028 reform, reducing standardized test minimum requirements and expanding the weight of school records in both regular and early admissions. With the June mock exam just weeks away, current test-takers need to treat it like the real thing. Universities are coordinating these shifts in strategy across the board, signaling a major shift toward school-record-centered selection.
2028학년도 대입개편을 앞두고 SKY(서울대·고려대·연세대) 입시에서 학생부 영향력이 수시와 정시 모두에서 대폭 확대될 전망이다. 수능최저학력기준 없이 선발하는 비율이 늘고 정시에서도 학생부 반영이 절반을 넘어서면서, 생활기록부 관리가 어느 때보다 중요한 시대가 도래하고 있다. 또한 주요 대학들이 2028대입개편을 앞두고 전형 설계의 '톤 조정'에 들어간 것으로 확인됐다.
As the 2028 college entrance system approaches, universities in the Seoul metropolitan area are significantly increasing their reliance on student record-based and essay-based admissions. This shift is largely driven by the transition from a 9-grade to a 5-grade system for high school GPAs. Meanwhile, high school seniors across Korea recently took the May mock exam organized by the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education, drawing keen interest regarding score cut-offs.
2028학년도 대입부터 도입되는 내신 5등급제에 대응해 수도권 주요 대학들이 전형 포트폴리오를 재편하고 있습니다. 학생부교과전형의 변별력 약화를 대비하여 학생부종합전형(학종)과 논술전형을 확대하려는 대학들의 움직임이 2027학년도 입시 계획에 본격적으로 반영되고 있습니다.
The domestic college admissions field is drawing attention to seven universities selected for AI education enhancement initiatives, with universities beginning to adjust their admission structures ahead of the 2028 college entrance reform. Regarding high school and college entrance schedules, admissions briefings and teacher meetings are densely scheduled from May 8 onwards through August, requiring extra attention from test-takers and parents. Ulsan University Pre-med's 2026 regular admission results have been released, marking the first time among the Big 5 medical schools to record an average Suneung (College Scholastic Ability Test) score of 1.15 grade, revealing a temporary dip and offering insights into medical field application strategy.
2028학년도 대입 시행계획 발표 결과, 서울권 대학의 정시 선발 비율은 36.2%인 반면 지역권은 10.2%에 그치며 수도권 쏠림 현상이 더욱 뚜렷해졌습니다.
Three elite engineering universities—KAIST, GIST, and DGIST—have confirmed they will eliminate regular admission (jeongsi) starting with the 2028 college entrance cycle. According to Veritas Alpha, this means four of the six specialized engineering universities will no longer conduct regular admissions, expanding from just POSTECH previously. As the 2026 admissions cycle wraps up, universities are now actively preparing for the 2027 and 2028 entrance reforms.
2028 대입 개편을 앞두고 이공계특성화대 6개교의 전형 계획이 공개됐는데, KAIST·GIST·DGIST가 정시모집을 완전히 폐지하기로 확정했다. 동시에 2028대입에서 '수능 100% 전형'이 축소되고 학생부 평가가 정시까지 확대되는 구조 변화가 본격화될 전망이다. 이로 인해 수능 중심으로 준비한 N수생들이 큰 타격을 받을 것으로 분석된다.
Engineering-focused universities like KAIST, GIST, and DGIST are abolishing their regular admission (jeongsi) tracks for 2028, shifting entirely to early admission (susi) selection. Across all six designated engineering universities, entrance exam-only admissions are shrinking while student records are expanding into regular admissions. This marks a fundamental shift away from the era of test-focused preparation for top-tier engineering schools.
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