Study Music in South Korea
11 programmes in music at 4 universities in South Korea are open to international students; 82% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 5,675 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 5,675 USD and 5,675 USD.
Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Music programmes
11 programmes
| Programme | University | Degree | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Korean Music | Seoul National University | Bachelor's | 5,675 USD |
| Bachelor in Vocal Music | Seoul National University | Bachelor's | 5,675 USD |
| Bachelor in Music | Yonsei University | Bachelor's | 7,246 USD |
| Bachelor in Piano | Seoul National University | Bachelor's | 5,675 USD |
| Bachelor in College of Music | Seoul National University | Bachelor's | 5,675 USD |
| Master in Musicology | Seoul National University | Master's | 7,533 USD |
| Bachelor in Composition | Seoul National University | Bachelor's | 5,675 USD |
| Bachelor in Orchestral Instruments | Seoul National University | Bachelor's | 5,675 USD |
| Master in Music Education | Seoul National University | Master's | 4,750 USD |
| Bachelor in Department of Music | Sejong University | Bachelor's | — |
| Master in Department of Music | GYEONGKUK NATIONAL UNIVERSITY | Master's | — |
Music in South Korea by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 8 | 5,675 USD | 5,675 USD | 5,675 USD |
| Master's | 3 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Specialisations within music
Universities for music in South Korea
Study Music in South Korea: common questions
- How many music programmes are there in South Korea?
- 11 music programmes at 4 universities in South Korea are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
- How much does a music degree in South Korea cost?
- The median yearly tuition for bachelor's programmes in music in South Korea is 5,675 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 5,675 USD and 5,675 USD per year.
- Can I study music in South Korea in English?
- Yes — 82% of the music programmes in South Korea in our catalogue are taught in English (9 of 11).
More on studying in South Korea: tuition statistics , application deadlines or the country guide .
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