We’ve got you covered with the latest policy changes and updates from the government and universities to help you stay ahead of the admissions game.
There isn't much new data regarding university admissions today, but we do have a fresh high school admissions calendar for 2026. Science and gifted school applications are fast approaching, and interest in the 2027–2028 admissions landscape remains incredibly high. Students should focus on their current grades while keeping a close eye on these long-term strategy shifts.
Seoul National University has released its detailed 2027 admissions guide ahead of the official May announcement to help students prepare. Meanwhile, the education authority confirmed that the 2027 CSAT will remain focused on public education content. With the upcoming 2028 integrated curriculum reforms, test-prep markets are already shifting their strategies.
The Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation (KICE) has released the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) plan for November 19, focusing strictly on public education curricula. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education is rolling out new policies to cut down on private tutoring costs by boosting school-based extracurriculars.
The Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education has released its 2027 high school admissions plan. Concerns are rising over students at unaccredited international schools lacking valid diplomas, while the debate continues on adjusting the difficulty of the university entrance system.
On March 31, the Ministry of Education unveiled its 2026 innovation plans for universities and colleges. On the same day, the Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation (KICE) confirmed that the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) will be held on November 19, 2026. Meanwhile, Hanbat National University kicked off its new career-focused resume and interview coaching program for students.
Today’s update covers how SKY university graduates dominated the 2026 law school admissions, the growing importance of career mapping under the high school credit system, and the latest QS world subject rankings where Korean universities landed 11 spots in the top 25.
Following the March 24th mock exam, students reported that the math section was exceptionally difficult. With grade cutoffs now available on EBSi, seniors should use this data to refine their study plans for the next 8–9 months. Also, since some Seoul-based universities are increasing qualitative assessments for grade-based admissions, it's time to rethink your academic strategy.
The 2027 admissions cycle is the final one under the current curriculum before the 2028 overhaul, bringing key changes to admissions policies at top universities. Meanwhile, 1.22 million students recently took the March mock exam, which many found surprisingly difficult. Also, some unique stories from 2026 junior college entrants—like families and married couples attending school together—have been making headlines.
UNIST’s 2026 enrollment data is out, with Bugil Academy leading the pack. Meanwhile, Anseong City is launching a tuition loan interest support program, and major portals have updated their 2026 competition analysis.
On March 24, about 1.22 million high schoolers across the country took their first major mock exam of the year. It followed the exact schedule of the upcoming Suneung (CSAT) to help students get a feel for the real test. Meanwhile, with medical school spots increasing, we're already seeing a surge in top-tier university students looking to "bansu" (re-enrolling while currently attending another college).
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