Two 2007-born idols chart divergent paths ahead of the CSAT this year

With the 2026 CSAT approaching, 2007-born idol stars are making different choices. Most are opting not to take the CSAT and plan to focus on their activities.

IVE’s Leeseo has decided not to take this year’s CSAT, Starship Entertainment confirmed on the 5th. After extensive discussions, the agency said she chose not to take the CSAT this year in relation to college entrance. She plans to focus on activities for now and may consider college life later depending on circumstances.

Additionally, many other 2007-born idols are expected to focus on their main activities. Hearts To Hearts’ Yuha and Stella, IZ*Na’s Choi Jung-eun, and Arlet Wonhee are not taking this year’s CSAT.

By contrast, ZEROBASEONE’s Han Yu-jin and IZ*Na’s Yu Sarang will take the CSAT this year. Wake One, their agency, stated they will participate in this year’s CSAT. They have emphasized their commitment to pursuing both education and entertainment activities.

This year’s CSAT is scheduled for the 13th, from 8:40 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., nationwide at 1,310 test centers, with 554,174 test-takers.