Universities Accessible via Seoul Metro Line 1

In a previous article, I explained the comfort and convenience of Seoul Metro. Today, I will introduce universities located along Seoul Metro Line 1, the dark blue line, including how to reach them and a brief introduction to each institution. Line 1 is the longest route, covering a vast area, making numerous universities accessible.

Universities on Subway Line 1

Dongdaemun District Universities

Dongdaemun-gu (Dongdaemun district) of Seoul is home to several renowned universities in close proximity. From Hoegi station, you can reach four universities.

1. Kyung Hee University (Seoul Campus)
2. 10-15 minutes walking distance from Hoegi Station
3. Accessible by Maheul-bus (mini-bus) from the station to the main gate
4. Known for the College of Korean Medicine and the College of Hotel and Tourism Management

5. Beautiful campus with cherry blossoms in spring

6. Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (Seoul Campus)

7. 5-10 minutes walking distance from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Station
8. Specializes in foreign studies, offering 45 languages
9. Renowned for its Graduate School of Interpretation and Translation

10. Expanding focus on Area Studies with the Graduate School of International and Area Studies

11. KAIST College of Business

12. Located near Hongneung Arboretum, between Korea University and Kyung Hee University
13. 15 minutes by bus from Hoegi Station
14. Only the College of Business is in Seoul; main campus is in Daejeon
15. Rising star in management engineering with a strong alumni network

16. Offers various MBA tracks: Techno MBA, Professional MBA, and Executive MBA

17. The University of Seoul

18. Accessible from Hoegi Station or Cheongnyangni Station
19. Public university funded by Seoul Metropolitan city
20. Lower tuition fees compared to other universities
21. Leading in Urban studies and Public administration studies

22. Many alumni work as government officers in civil areas

23. Sungkyunkwan University (Natural Science Campus)

24. Located in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do
25. 10-15 minutes walking distance from Sungkyunkwan University Station
26. Shuttle bus available
27. Oldest university in Korea, established in 1398

28. Strong partnership with Samsung and renowned alumni network

29. Inha University

30. Located in Incheon, nearest to Incheon International Airport
31. Shuttle bus available from Juan Station (10-20 minutes)
32. Strong background in Engineering
33. Supporting student start-ups with successful outcomes

Other Universities Accessible via Line 1

• Kwangwoon University (Kwangwoon University Station)
• Korea National University of Transportation - Uiwang Campus (Uiwang Station)
• Incheon National University - Jemulpo Campus (Jemulpo Station)
• Dankook University - Cheonan Campus (Dujeong Station or Cheonan Station)
• Sangmyung University - Cheonan Campus (Dujeong Station or Cheonan Station)
• Soonchunhyang University (Sinchang Station)
• Kongju National University - Cheonan Campus (Dujeong Station)
• Hoseo University - Cheonan Campus (Dujeong Station or Cheonan Station)
• Namseoul University (Seonghwan Station)