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Universities reached by Seoul Metro Line 2

Universities Accessible by Seoul Metro Line 2

Seoul Metro Line 2, also known as the green line, provides access to several prestigious universities in Seoul. Interestingly, many stations on Line 2 are named after nearby universities.

1. Seoul National University (SNU)

  • Located 20 minutes by bus from Seoul National University (Gwanak-gu Office) Station or Nakseongdae Station
  • University-provided shuttle bus available
  • Ranked 37th in QS 2021 world university rankings, 11th among Asian universities
  • Part of the 'SKY' universities (Seoul National, Korea, and Yonsei)

Sinchon Neighborhood Universities

2. Hongik University

  • 10-minute walk from Hongik University Station
  • Focuses on 'Industry-Arts Cooperation'
  • Near Hongdae, a popular Seoul neighborhood

3. Yonsei University

  • 10-minute walk from Sinchon Station
  • Part of the 'SKY' universities
  • Known for rivalry with Korea University (Yon-Kodae)

4. Sogang University

  • 10-minute walk from Sinchon Station
  • Also accessible via Line 6, Daeheung Station
  • Liberal Arts College with strong economics program

5. Ewha Womans University

  • 5-10 minute walk from Ewha Womans University Station
  • Top women's university in Korea
  • Pioneer in Korean female education

Northeast Seoul Universities

6. Hanyang University

  • 10-minute walk from Hanyang University Station, Wangsimni Station, or Yongdap Station
  • Known for industry-university-laboratory connections

7. Konkuk University (KU)

  • 15-20 minute walk from Konkuk University Station or Guui Station
  • 10 minutes by bus
  • Strong programs in Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, and Veterinary Science

Other Universities Accessible via Line 2

  • Seoul National University of Education
  • Korea National University of Arts (Seocho Campus)
  • Chugye University for the Arts
  • Kyonggi University (Seoul Campus)
  • Dongguk University (Seoul Campus)

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