Gyeongsang National University Rejects 29 Applicants With School Violence Records in Early Admission

Gyeongsang National University reportedly rejected a large number of applicants with a history of school violence during its early admission process for new students.

On January 5, Yonhap News quoted Gyeongsang National University as saying, "The university has ultimately rejected or disqualified 29 applicants with a record of school violence in the recently closed 2026 academic year early admission process due to not meeting eligibility requirements."

This measure was taken in accordance with the Ministry of Education's 'Comprehensive Measures to Eradicate School Violence,' which made it mandatory to reflect records of school violence in all university admissions processes.

Gyeongsang National University had previously announced that it would deduct points from the total score of applicants with a record of school violence, or disqualify them depending on the severity of the case.

The university also conducted a thorough review of applicants' school records to verify any entries related to school violence.

Applicants who met the university's 'disqualification criteria' were ultimately rejected after a review by admissions officers.

In particular, as a regional flagship national university, the school strongly emphasized its commitment to fostering a positive academic environment and valuing character as a quality of prospective members of society.

A university official told Yonhap News, "We strictly enforced the relevant regulations to establish a fair admissions culture and raise awareness about school violence."