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Chonnam National University
(CNU)
About
Over its 50-year history, CNU has remained steadfast in our goal: to foster the development and integrity of future leaders and professionals as one of the world's leading institutions in research and scholarship. Over 160,000 men and women have graduated from CNU and the university currently has approximately 30,000 students in addition to 1,500 faculty and staff members. In order to accomplish C...
Over its 50-year history, CNU has remained steadfast in our goal: to foster the development and integrity of future leaders and professionals as one of the world's leading institutions in research and scholarship. Over 160,000 men and women have graduated from CNU and the university currently has approximately 30,000 students in addition to 1,500 faculty and staff members. In order to accomplish CNU's motto of "Truth, Creativity and Service," they are constantly striving to further develop the university's resources.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 601 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 50 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 16,714
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 12.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 8%
- Female : Male
- 51 : 49
- Staff
- 2,160
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
22 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Biomedical Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Chemical Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2020 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Food Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Medical Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2019 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Materials Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Chemistry | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2017 |
| Clinical Medicine | 401-500 | - | 2017 |
US News
18 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant and Animal Science | =224 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Food Science and Technology | 240 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology | =245 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =282 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =302 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =335 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | =352 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =376 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Oncology | 444 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | =456 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =508 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =560 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =576 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =634 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =665 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =672 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =882 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =912 | 40.8 | 2026 |
QS
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-420 | - | 2023 |
| Natural Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2024 |
| Environmental Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2025 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2025 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 501-575 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 551-600 | - | 2025 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2026 |
THE
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical & Health | 401–500 | 36.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 501–600 | 35.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 601–800 | 31.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 801–1000 | 27.5 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 1001+ | 11.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Chonnam National University?
Chonnam National University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 781-790, THE Rank 801–1000, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =998.
When was Chonnam National University founded?
Chonnam National University was founded in 1952.
What are the top subjects at Chonnam National University?
Top subjects at Chonnam National University include: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Energy Science & Engineering.
Where is Chonnam National University located?
Chonnam National University is located in Gwangju, South Korea.