Korea University Admissions Briefing — May 6, 2026

Major Education Policy & Admissions Updates

Here are the latest updates on education policy released since May 4, 2026:

• Expanded Student Record Use in 2028 Regular Admissions: According to EBS News, the 2028 admissions process—which will apply to current high school sophomores—shows a "clear move toward evaluating school records even in regular admissions," which were previously based primarily on CSAT scores. Universities are increasingly moving away from the 100% CSAT model by introducing subject grades or qualitative assessments from student records.

• Minister Choi Kyo-jin’s Key Remarks: A summary of remarks by Minister of Education Choi Kyo-jin regarding education reform, teacher policies, and the admissions system has been released. The Minister’s stance on these core issues is currently drawing significant attention from the education sector.

• May 6 Government Policy Briefing: As reported by Sisun News, 19 government ministries released policy briefings today. While no specific new high school or university admission policies were announced by the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced results from the "2026 Disaster Safety Project Evaluation," selecting 6 exemplary projects.

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Admissions Strategy & Analysis

⚠️ The following items are based on the latest information gathered since May 4, 2026. Given limited analytical data from the last 24 hours, these points represent the most recent credible insights available.

• 2028 Admissions: "Scores alone aren't enough": Financial News reports that for the 2028 cycle, major universities are "moving away from selection methods focused solely on GPA and CSAT scores." The structure is shifting in favor of current students, with a growing emphasis on holistic student record evaluation even in regular admissions.

• Seoul National University (SNU) Amends 2027 Admissions Plan: The SNU Admissions Office announced that, following the Korean Council for University Education's (KCUE) recommendation regarding practical exams, it has "amended the 2027 Freshman Admissions Plan" for the College of Fine Arts, the Department of Physical Education in the College of Education, and the College of Music. Students targeting these majors should review the changes as practical exam evaluation methods may differ.

• Seoul Career and Advancement Information Center (SCAIC) 2027 Guide: The SCAIC provides a service where users can click on a university name to be directed to its official website to view specific admissions plans. Students and parents are advised to check the latest implementation plans directly on their target university’s website.

High School Admissions & Study Info

As of May 6, 2026, there is insufficient new data on high school admissions, so we are providing the latest relevant educational updates.

• Daily Government Policy Briefings: The government releases policy documents from 19 ministries daily. Students and parents can track policy trends, including high school and university admissions, via channels like Sisun News.

• KCUE Recommendations for Admissions Planning: The Korean Council for University Education (KCUE) advises universities to follow principles such as "normalizing school education, reducing private education costs, simplifying admissions, and ensuring fairness" when formulating their plans.

• 2028 Admissions Favors Current Students: EBS reports that the 2028 admissions structure is "geared toward current students," particularly with the expansion of student record usage in regular admissions. Current high school sophomores should recognize the increased importance of managing their student records, including both academic grades and extracurricular activities.

Upcoming Schedule & Summary

Specific admission schedule data released after May 4, 2026, is currently limited. Here is the latest available information:

• SNU 2027 Amended Admissions Plan Available: The SNU Admissions Office has posted the amended plan regarding practical evaluations; applicants to these departments should check back frequently.

• Sejong University Campus Tour Applications: According to the Sejong University Admissions Office, applications for the "2026 Campus Tour (4/8 ~ 8/31)" are currently open.

• SCAIC 2027 Admissions Plan Service: Detailed 2027 admissions plans for various universities are available via the Seoul Career and Advancement Information Center. Users are strictly advised to "verify specific recruitment requirements on each university's official homepage."

This briefing is based on the latest materials released since May 4, 2026. Please verify all critical admissions decisions directly through the official websites of the respective educational institutions.