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[2025 Additional Admissions] The Harsh Reality of Universities Facing Enrollment Shortages What matters more: the name of a university or the quality of education it provides? College admissions may be over, but the battle isn’t. Even after the main admission cycles, additional admissions are still ongoing. However, this year’s results reveal a troubling reality— 49 universities failed to fill their quotas, leaving 1,120 vacancies, with 93.8% of them in regional universities. Is this a crisis for universities or a reflection of students’ choices? 1. Why Are Regional Universities Struggling? In South Korea’s education system, a university’s name is like a predetermined fate. Schools without strong name recognition find it increasingly difficult to attract students, and regional universities struggle with enrollment every year. ✔️ "Graduates from regional universities have a harder time finding jobs." There is a deep-rooted perception that graduates from re...

  College Admissions: Is "Academic Suitability" Now the Key Factor? – A New Paradigm in Admissions Through an Interview with Oh-Hyun Kwon, Honorary Professor at Seoul National University College admissions in South Korea are not just a simple “test.” They are a complex battlefield where students, parents, teachers, and education policies collide. With ever-changing admissions systems, the relentless presence of private education, and the constant question of “What choice will be most advantageous for my child?” parents often feel like they have lost their guiding compass. In the midst of this chaos, Oh-Hyun Kwon, the former head of the Seoul National University admissions office, has proposed a new admissions strategy. His core message is simple: "It’s not just about which subjects a student has taken, but how they have studied them." As soon as I heard this, one question immediately came to mind: "So what exactly should students be doing?" Today, b...

  AI-Written Resumes: Half Are Fake?  – The New Reality of Admissions and Job Applications Uncovered by 'GPT Killer' "I was stuck writing my resume… so I just let AI do it." "Come on, will they really find out?" Just a few years ago, personal statements were a "unique story" reflecting an applicant’s individuality and effort. But now? The era of AI-generated resumes has arrived. And universities and companies are taking action to stop it. 📌 Among 890,000 resumes analyzed last year, 48.5% were suspected to be AI-generated . 📌 27.3% of applicants in IT and development fields admitted to using AI. 📌 Companies increasingly adopt 'GPT Killer' – an AI detection system changing hiring criteria. AI-generated resumes may now lead to deductions or rejection. So, how should we respond to this shift? 📌 Why Are AI-Generated Resumes So Common? 1️⃣ Writing a personal statement is too difficult. → Applicants often feel overwhelmed when writing the...