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About
Hongik University is a private university in Mapo, Seoul, South Korea. It was founded in 1946. The university also maintains a branch campus in Sejong City. The university's colloquial name, "Hongdae," is a metonymy for the neighborhood, Hongdae area.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1401 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 12 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
- 16,028
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 17.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 10%
- Female : Male
- 57 : 43
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Art History | 26-75 | - | 2026 |
| Art & Design | =48 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Architecture | 201-260 | - | 2025 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Telecommunication Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2019 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2018 |
| Business Administration | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
THE
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 21.5 | 2025 |
| Business & Economics | 801+ | 14.2 | 2025 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1001–1250 | 19.5 | 2025 |
US News
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | =972 | 18.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,452 | 18.8 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Hongik University?
Hongik University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1401+, THE Rank 1501+, US News Rank =2,130.
When was Hongik University founded?
Hongik University was founded in 1946.
What are the top subjects at Hongik University?
Top subjects at Hongik University include: Art History, Art & Design, Telecommunication Engineering, Architecture, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology.
Where is Hongik University located?
Hongik University is located in Seoul, South Korea.