The 2nd Yonsei International Writing Contest 2026

Yonsei University, through the Yonsei Nobel Week Organizing Committee, is hosting The 2nd Yonsei International Writing Contest 2026 to commemorate Han Kang’s Nobel Prize in Literature. The competition is open to young writers and creators born between 1 January 1991 and 31 December 2011, both domestic and international. Participants may submit an essay (2–3 A4 pages), a book review of Han Kang’s Greek Lessons (3–4 A4 pages), or a short‑form video (60–90 seconds, 1080×1920 px, MP4, ≤500 MB) with Korean subtitles. The application period runs from 9 November to 15 November 2026, after which winners are announced on 23 November and the award ceremony takes place on 2 December 2026 at Daewoo Hall, Yonsei University, Seoul (also streamed online). A total prize pool of KRW 20.5 million will be distributed across categories, with top awards ranging from KRW 3 million (Grand Prize) to KRW 300 000 for encouragement awards. Submissions are made online via the official contest website. The contest offers monetary prizes, an award ceremony, and exposure through Yonsei’s international platforms.

Prize money, award ceremony, online streaming, exposure through Yonsei University platforms.

Open to individuals born 1 Jan 1991–31 Dec 2011; submissions must be in Korean; categories: essay, book review, short‑form video; video must include Korean subtitles.