Barrier-free design primarily aims to improve the environment to make it comfortable for individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. This involves various enhancements in public facilities and services to ensure seamless access for people with disabilities. Examples of these projects include the installation of ramps, accessible restrooms, tactile paving, and the incorporation of voice recognition technology. JNU has taken significant steps in implementing various initiatives to create a barrier-free environment for its students with disabilities. These include accommodating students with disabilities in dormitories, providing tactile guidance in classrooms, and offering the assistance of student aides for those in need.

JNU designated specific rooms in the dormitory for students with disabilities. These rooms are located closest to the elevators and have been designed to be wheelchair-accessible. To further assist students with disabilities, these rooms do not have doorframes, and they feature a unique layout that allows a student aide to reside with the student. These differ from standard dormitory accommodations, as they include a second-floor bed and desks placed on either side, providing additional space and comfort for the residents.

While JNU has made commendable progress in creating a barrier-free environment, there are areas where further improvement is required. For instance, the accessibility of buses on campus is a concern. Non-low-floor buses with stair access make it difficult for students with disabilities to use public transportation. Furthermore, some university buildings, such as the Humanities Building 2, have their primary entrances accessible only via stairs. This poses a challenge for wheelchair users who must enter through alternative entrances located at the rear of the building. Additionally, the hilly terrain of the campus itself presents accessibility challenges that require further attention and improvement.