Wonkwang University was founded in 1946 under the name of Yuil Haklim and has since served as a pioneering private school in the advancement of Korea’s modern education system. For the past 66 years, we have remained firmly committed to developing talented people with upright character and specialized knowledge. WKU is the ancient home of the Mahan and Paekche kingdoms (B.C. 1C – A.D. 660) in the Western part of South Korea.

WKU was founded as the cultural and intellectual center of Jeonbuk Province and currently has fifteen colleges, consisting of twenty-six departments and thirty-six divisions, as well as nine graduate schools including the law school. As of March 2013, The University has an enrollment of 17,000.

The University has the high-quality facilities necessary for advanced studies, comprehensive research, and creative cultural activities. The Main Library and University Museum include a variety of collections of rare books and folkloric materials. Fifteen colleges and sixty-six research institutes contribute to Wonkwang’s diverse academic environment and scholarly accomplishments. The Wonkwang Medical Center, located on campus, offers both Asian and Western Medical practices. In addition, Munhwa Stadium provides the community with sports facilities as well as a venue for diverse cultural and popular entertainment experiences.

Further information on WKU can be found at : http://www.wonkwang.ac.kr