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Season Tier
Silver
Div 4
League Points943 RP
South Korea▼ 2 vs last year

Kookmin University

QS Score
28.4
Global Rank
Academic & Employer Reputation
THE Score
28.4
Global Rank
Teaching & Research Quality
Employment
44.3%
Outcome
Graduate Employability Rate
Intl Ratio
10%
Diversity
International Students/Staff

Analysis:Kookmin University has demonstrated strong research output and global reputation, securing its position in the Silver tier.

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Hidden Gem: Why Kookmin University is Undervalued

Metrics show it performs better than its reputation suggests. "Ranked low (28) but dominates battles (100% win rate). A hidden gem."

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Perception Gap

Underrated
Brand Reputation28/100
Actual Output (Citations)36/100

Latest IntelLIVEBETA

News2/20/2026

Kookmin University completes global leadership camp with United Nations University in Tokyo - aju press

[Beta AI] A positive trend has been detected.

Impact: +1 RP
News12/2/2025

World Aquatics unveils new graduate programme for elite aquatics athletes at Kookmin University - World Aquatics

[Beta AI] General university news.

Impact: 0 RP
News10/17/2025

Kookmin University prioritizes cross-cultural competency over student headcount - The Korea Times

[Beta AI] General university news.

Impact: 0 RP
News8/28/2025

Semester in Seoul brings life lessons to engineering student - University of Nevada, Reno

[Beta AI] General university news.

Impact: 0 RP

Public Perception

Season 1
Underrated

Ranked low (28) but dominates battles (100% win rate). A hidden gem.

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+71.6 Sentiment Gap

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Why Do Students Choose Kookmin University?

Diverse Campus Life
Historic Legacy

It's not just about the rankings. Students flock to Kookmin University for its unique combination of diverse campus life and historic legacy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kookmin University ranked in the world?

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Kookmin University holds a QS World Ranking score of 28.4/100 and a Times Higher Education (THE) score of 28.4/100. Its comprehensive tier on UniVS is Silver, reflecting its global standing.

Is Kookmin University good for international students?

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With an international student ratio of 10%, Kookmin University offers a focused environment for students from abroad.

What is the acceptance rate or employability of Kookmin University?

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The employment rate for graduates is approximately 44.3%, indicating strong demand in the job market. Kookmin University is known for preparing students for competitive industries.

How does Kookmin University compare to other universities in South Korea?

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Kookmin University is a leading institution in South Korea. Use our Comparison Tool to see how it stacks up against local rivals in terms of research, teaching, and prestige.

Is Kookmin University worth the tuition?

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Considering its Silver Tier status and 44.3% employability rate, Kookmin University generally offers a solid Return on Investment (ROI), especially for degrees in high-demand fields found in its department rankings.

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About This Data

The Reputation Points (RP) determine the dynamic season ranking, combining the Base Composite Score with Community Votes and Live Event Impacts.

The Base Score is calculated using our proprietary methodology that combines data from three major ranking systems: QS World University Rankings (academic & employer reputation, citations per faculty), Times Higher Education (THE) (teaching, research, citations, industry income, international outlook), and ARWU (alumni & staff Nobel Prizes, highly cited researchers, publications).

Tier assignments are based on the RP score using a gamified system inspired by competitive gaming. Rankings and scores are for informational and educational purposes only. Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most recent ranking publications. For official rankings, please visit the respective ranking organizations directly.