Study in South Korea

Build Your Future with World-Class Education in South Korea

South Korea offers international students a broad range of higher-education opportunities through universities, colleges, graduate schools, research institutions and Korean-language programmes.

The Korean Government’s official Study in Korea platform provides international students with information about universities, programmes, scholarships, visas, accommodation, employment and student life.

At Ambassador Global Studies, we provide personalised support throughout your South Korean study journey—from university and programme selection to admission, scholarship guidance, tuition preparation, D-2 or D-4 Student visa documentation, financial preparation, accommodation and pre-departure support.

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Why Study in South Korea?

High-Quality Higher Education

South Korea offers international students degree and research opportunities across a wide network of universities. Students can search Korean institutions, courses and scholarships through the Korean Government’s Study in Korea portal.

International Study Environment

Korean universities offer opportunities for international students at undergraduate, postgraduate, research, exchange and language-training levels.

Wide Range of Study Options

Students can explore subjects such as:

• Business & Management

• International Business

• Accounting & Finance

• Economics

• Computer Science

• Information Technology

• Artificial Intelligence

• Data Science

• Cyber Security

• Electronics

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Automotive Engineering

• Robotics

• Semiconductor Technology

• Biotechnology

• Life Sciences

• Chemistry

• Public Health

• Nursing & Health Sciences

• International Relations

• Korean Studies

• Media & Communication

• Film & Creative Industries

• Fashion & Design

• Hospitality & Tourism

• Research programmes

Programme availability and teaching language vary by university, and the official Study in Korea search tool can be used to identify institutions and majors available to international students.

Korean & English-Taught Study Options

Many Korean universities provide international programmes or individual courses taught in English, while Korean-language proficiency remains important for many degree programmes, student life and employment opportunities.

The Study in Korea university search allows students to identify institutions providing English-only study options.

Strong Scholarship Opportunities

International students can explore scholarships offered by:

• Korean Government

• Korean universities

• Foundations

• Corporations

The official Study in Korea portal states that many universities offer scholarships covering approximately 30% to 100% of tuition fees, depending on academic performance and institution-specific criteria.

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Our South Korea Education Services

1. Free Counselling & Student Profile Assessment

Every student’s educational background, financial circumstances and career plans are different.

Our counsellors can assess:

• Academic qualifications

• Academic results / CGPA

• English-language proficiency

• Korean-language proficiency

• Study history

• Study gap

• Professional experience

• Preferred programme

• Career objectives

• Tuition budget

• Preferred Korean university

• Preferred city

• Intended intake

• Scholarship potential

Based on the student’s individual profile, we help identify suitable South Korean education options.

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2. South Korean University Selection

Selecting the right university is one of the most important parts of planning your studies in South Korea.

We help students compare universities based on:

• Academic requirements

• Programme availability

• Teaching language

• Korean-language requirements

• English-language requirements

• Tuition fees

• Scholarships

• University location

• Intake availability

• Programme duration

• Research opportunities

• Career relevance

• Dormitory availability

• Student support

• Overall budget

Students can also search Korean universities and programmes through the official Government-operated Study in Korea database.

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3. Course & Programme Selection

We help students choose programmes that appropriately match their previous education and future career goals.

Associate Degree Programmes

International students can pursue eligible associate-degree programmes at Korean colleges.

The corresponding degree Student visa category is:

D-2-1 – Associate Degree.

Bachelor’s Programmes

Students can explore:

• Bachelor’s Degrees

• International undergraduate programmes

• English-taught programmes where available

• Korean-taught programmes

The corresponding visa category is:

D-2-2 – Bachelor’s Degree.

Master’s Programmes

Students with an appropriate Bachelor’s qualification can explore:

• MSc

• MA

• MBA

• Professional Master’s programmes

• Research-oriented Master’s programmes

The corresponding visa category is:

D-2-3 – Master’s Degree.

Doctoral Programmes

Research-focused students may explore:

• PhD programmes

• Doctoral research

• Laboratory-based research

• University research projects

The corresponding visa category is:

D-2-4 – Doctoral Degree.

Korean Language Programmes

Students who want to develop Korean-language proficiency before or independently of a degree can study through eligible university-affiliated language programmes.

Korean-language training generally falls under:

D-4-1 – Korean Language Training.

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4. Academic Eligibility Assessment

Before submitting an application, our team can review:

• SSC / equivalent

• HSC / equivalent

• O-Level

• A-Level

• Diploma qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Master’s degree

• Academic certificates

• Academic transcripts

• CGPA / percentage

• Subject background

• Study gap

• Professional experience

• Research experience

• English proficiency

• Korean proficiency

• Programme-specific requirements

Admission conditions are established by individual universities, so students should always follow the latest recruitment guidelines of their selected institution.

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5. Korean Language & TOPIK Guidance

Korean-language ability can be important for:

• University admission

• Korean-taught degree programmes

• Scholarships

• Student employment

• Daily communication

• Career opportunities after graduation

The main Korean-language proficiency examination is TOPIK – Test of Proficiency in Korean.

TOPIK is divided into:

TOPIK I: Levels 1–2
TOPIK II: Levels 3–6.

Individual universities determine the TOPIK level required for admission.

Ambassador Global Studies helps students understand the Korean-language requirement associated with their chosen institution and programme.

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6. English Language Requirement Guidance

For English-taught programmes, universities may ask international applicants to demonstrate English-language proficiency.

Depending on the institution, accepted evidence may include:

• IELTS

• TOEFL

• Other recognised tests

• Previous English-medium education where accepted

• University-specific assessment

• Interview

Requirements vary significantly by programme and university.

We help students check the exact requirements before applying.

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7. South Korean University Application Assistance

Ambassador Global Studies provides support throughout the admission process.

Our assistance may include:

• Application form preparation

• Passport checking

• Academic certificate review

• Academic transcript review

• English-language document checking

• TOPIK document checking

• CV guidance

• SOP / Study Plan guidance

• Motivation Letter guidance

• Work-experience documentation

• Recommendation-letter guidance

• Research proposal guidance

• Portfolio guidance where applicable

• Application submission

• Application follow-up

• Admission-document guidance

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8. SOP / Study Plan Guidance

Where required, we help students organise a personalised and academically relevant study plan.

It may explain:

• Academic background

• Professional experience

• Why South Korea?

• Why this university?

• Why this programme?

• Connection with previous studies

• Knowledge of the programme

• Career objectives

• Research interests

• Financial arrangements

• Future plans

All documents should accurately represent the student’s genuine circumstances.

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9. Scholarship Assistance

Ambassador Global Studies helps eligible students explore scholarship opportunities.

Our support may include:

• Scholarship search

• Eligibility assessment

• University scholarship guidance

• Government scholarship information

• GKS guidance

• Scholarship application documents

• Motivation Letter guidance

• Academic document checking

• Scholarship deadline guidance

Many Korean universities offer international-student scholarships, and the Government’s Study in Korea portal states that university scholarships can cover approximately 30%–100% of tuition, subject to individual university criteria.

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10. Global Korea Scholarship – GKS

One of South Korea’s most important international scholarship programmes is the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS).

GKS is operated by the Korean Government to attract talented international students to Korean higher-education institutions.

GKS Can Include

Depending on the scholarship category:

Tuition fees
Korean-language training costs
Airfare
Study / living allowances.

GKS opportunities include:

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Master’s Degree

• Doctoral Degree

• Research opportunities

The programme covers academic areas including humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, arts and other eligible fields, with specialised programmes also available in selected areas.

Application Routes

Eligible applicants may generally apply through either:

Embassy Track

or

University Track, depending on the GKS programme and annual guidelines.

GKS eligibility, available universities, quotas and deadlines can change each year, so applicants should follow the specific annual GKS announcement.

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11. Standard Admission Letter Guidance

After admission, the Korean university normally issues the documentation required to support the Student visa process.

For the D-2 Student visa, the Korean Government lists a Standard Admission Letter issued by the university president or dean among the required documents.

We help students understand:

• Admission conditions

• Academic requirements

• Tuition fees

• Scholarship information

• Payment deadlines

• Programme dates

• Required documents

• Visa documentation

• Next steps after admission

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12. Tuition Fee & Payment Guidance

Students may need to complete required tuition payments according to the university’s instructions before final enrolment or visa-document issuance.

Our guidance can include:

• Tuition amount

• Admission fees

• Initial tuition payment

• Payment instructions

• Payment deadlines

• Scholarship deductions

• Tuition receipts

• Dormitory fees

• University documentation

Each university establishes its own payment arrangements.

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13. South Korea D-2 Student Visa Guidance

Students entering regular degree programmes generally require a D-2 Student visa.

Main categories include:

D-2-1: Associate Degree
D-2-2: Bachelor’s Degree
D-2-3: Master’s Degree
D-2-4: Doctoral Degree
D-2-5: Research
D-2-6: Exchange Student
D-2-7: Work-Learning Linked Study.

For a D-2 application, standard supporting documents currently listed by the Korean Government include:

• Passport

• Passport photograph

• Educational institution registration documentation

• Standard Admission Letter

• Tuberculosis test where applicable

• Family relationship documents where parents’ financial documents are used

• Evidence of highest education

• Proof of financial ability.

Additional documents can be required according to nationality, university or diplomatic mission.

Visa decisions are made solely by the Republic of Korea’s competent immigration and diplomatic authorities. Ambassador Global Studies cannot guarantee a visa outcome.

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14. D-4 Language Training Visa Guidance

International students undertaking eligible non-degree training programmes, including Korean-language study, may require a D-4 General Training visa rather than a D-2 degree visa.

For D-4 applications, Korean Government guidance lists documents including:

• Passport

• Photograph

• Educational institution documentation

• Standard Admission Letter

• Proof of enrolment or highest education

• Financial evidence

• Training plan.

Students should apply under the visa category appropriate to their actual programme.

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15. Visa Guidance for Bangladeshi Students

South Korea maintains an Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Dhaka, allowing Bangladeshi applicants to follow Korean visa procedures in Bangladesh. The Embassy has also published updated visa application guidance, including use of visa application e-Form procedures.

Ambassador Global Studies can guide Bangladeshi students regarding:

• Admission documentation

• D-2 / D-4 category selection

• Passport documents

• Academic records

• Financial evidence

• Family relationship documents

• Embassy requirements

• Visa application preparation

• Interview preparation where required

Applicants should always follow the latest requirements published by the Korean Embassy because country-specific documentation may change.

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16. Financial Documentation Guidance

Proof of financial ability is part of the standard documentation for both D-2 and D-4 study-related visa applications.

Our guidance can include:

• Personal bank statements

• Parent / sponsor bank documents

• Scholarship certificates

• Tuition-payment receipts

• Source-of-funds documents

• Family relationship evidence

• Sponsor information

• Financial planning

• Living-cost preparation

Where parents’ bank documents are used, Korean Government guidance specifically identifies family-relationship evidence as a relevant supporting document.

Because financial thresholds and embassy-specific evidence can vary, we recommend not publishing one permanent fixed bank-balance requirement on the website.

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17. National Health Insurance Guidance

International students in Korea are covered by Korea’s National Health Insurance system according to their residence status and applicable enrolment timing.

For D-2 students, enrolment begins from the date of foreigner registration following initial entry. General D-4 trainees are generally enrolled after six months from entry.

The Study in Korea portal states that international students are automatically enrolled when eligible, without needing to make a separate initial application.

Eligible international students receive healthcare coverage comparable to Korean National Health Insurance members for covered healthcare services.

We help students understand:

• Health-insurance enrolment

• Insurance premiums

• University insurance requirements

• Medical preparation before departure

• Insurance documentation where required

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18. Foreigner Registration Guidance

International students planning to stay in Korea for more than 90 days must complete foreigner registration within the required timeframe after entry.

Current Government guidance states that foreigners intending to remain in Korea for more than 90 days must generally register within 90 days of entry.

Typical documents include:

• Passport

• Proof of residence

• Application documentation

Additional documents depend on the student’s status.

We guide students on understanding this important post-arrival requirement.

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19. Working While Studying in South Korea

International students should understand that part-time employment is permission-based.

Students holding an eligible D-2 or D-4 status generally need:

• Appropriate Korean-language proficiency

• Confirmation from their university’s international student adviser

• Permission for part-time employment from immigration

before starting eligible part-time work.

Degree Students

Eligible associate-degree and Bachelor’s students can, depending on their Korean-language level, academic standing and university status, receive permission for working hours that may reach up to 30 hours under the applicable framework.

Eligible Master’s and doctoral students may, under qualifying conditions, receive permission reaching up to 35 hours under the current framework.

Korean Language Students

Students under applicable language-training status normally become eligible for part-time work only after six months, subject to Korean proficiency and immigration permission.

Important

Students must obtain the required permission before starting work. Unauthorised employment can lead to immigration penalties.

For website marketing, I recommend using:

“Eligible international students may work part-time with prior immigration permission. Permitted hours depend on programme level, Korean-language proficiency, academic performance and university status.”

This is more accurate than advertising one universal weekly limit.

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20. Internship & Career Opportunities

South Korea provides international students with employment-support resources, job platforms, career consultations and information on internships and professional employment through the official Study in Korea employment portal.

Depending on the university and programme, opportunities may include:

• Research assistantships

• Laboratory experience

• Internships

• Industry projects

• University career programmes

• Corporate recruitment

• Graduate employment programmes

Availability depends on the institution, degree and immigration status.

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21. Post-Study Job-Seeking Visa – D-10-1

One of South Korea’s strongest post-study features is the possibility for eligible graduates to change to a D-10-1 Job-Seeking visa.

Current Korean Government guidance describes D-10-1 as a status allowing qualifying graduates to remain in Korea while seeking professional employment or undertaking qualifying internships before formal employment.

Current Maximum Period

The D-10-1 can currently be extended in:

6-month increments

for up to:

2 years in total.

Within the applicable period, qualifying internships may also be undertaken subject to current limitations.

The D-10 route is intended for professional job-seeking connected to employment categories such as E-1 through E-7; it is not designed for general manual or unskilled employment.

Once suitable employment is secured, the graduate normally needs to change to the appropriate employment status.

Important

Post-study eligibility depends on:

• Qualification

• Immigration history

• Graduation status

• Job-search category

• Financial evidence

• Other applicable immigration requirements

It should therefore be presented as an eligibility-based opportunity, not a guaranteed post-study work visa.

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22. Accommodation Guidance

International students in Korea commonly use either:

• University dormitories

• Private housing

• Apartments

• Monthly rental accommodation

The Korean Government’s Study in Korea portal identifies private housing and dormitories as common accommodation types among international students.

We help students consider:

• University dormitories

• Private rooms

• Shared apartments

• Monthly rent

• Distance from campus

• Public transport

• Deposits

• Utilities

• Accommodation contracts

• Proof of residence requirements

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23. Living & Transportation Guidance

South Korea has extensive public transport options including buses, subway systems and rail services, which are widely used by students.

Our pre-departure and settlement guidance can help students understand:

• Public transportation

• Banking

• Mobile/SIM services

• University registration

• Accommodation

• Local documentation

• Foreigner registration

• Student-life arrangements

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24. Travel & Pre-Departure Support

Our support continues after university admission and visa preparation.

Pre-departure guidance can include:

• Flight planning

• Accommodation arrangements

• Passport preparation

• D-2 / D-4 visa documents

• Admission documents

• Tuition-payment receipts

• Financial evidence

• Health preparation

• Immigration preparation

• Airport-arrival planning

• Baggage preparation

• University registration

• Foreigner-registration planning

• Banking

• Mobile/SIM arrangements

• Korean culture & student life

• Public transportation

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Your South Korea Study Journey with Ambassador Global Studies

Step 1: Free Counselling
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Step 2: Student Profile Assessment
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Step 3: Course & University Selection
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Step 4: Academic & Language Eligibility Assessment
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Step 5: Application Submission
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Step 6: University Interview Where Required
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Step 7: Receive Admission
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Step 8: Scholarship / GKS Guidance
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Step 9: Complete Required Tuition Payment
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Step 10: Receive Standard Admission Documentation
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Step 11: Prepare Financial & Visa Documents
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Step 12: Apply for D-2 / D-4 Visa
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Step 13: Travel to South Korea
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Step 14: Complete Foreigner Registration
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Step 15: Complete Health Insurance Requirements
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Step 16: University Registration
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Step 17: Begin Your South Korean Study Journey

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Why Choose Ambassador Global Studies for South Korea?

Personalised education counselling
Student profile assessment
South Korean university selection
Course & programme selection
English-taught programme guidance
TOPIK & Korean-language guidance
Academic eligibility assessment
Complete university application assistance
SOP / Study Plan guidance
Scholarship assistance
Global Korea Scholarship – GKS guidance
Admission Letter guidance
Tuition-payment guidance
D-2 Student visa guidance
D-4 Language visa guidance
Bangladesh visa-document guidance
Financial-document preparation
Sponsor-document guidance
Health-insurance guidance
Foreigner-registration awareness
Part-time work-rights guidance
Career & internship guidance
D-10 post-study job-search guidance
Accommodation assistance
Travel arrangements
Pre-departure support
Professional support throughout your study journey

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Ready to Study in South Korea?

Your South Korean education journey begins with choosing the right university, right programme and right application strategy.

Whether you are planning to pursue a Korean Language Programme, Associate Degree, Bachelor’s degree, Master’s programme, MBA, Engineering, IT, Artificial Intelligence, Business, Research programme or PhD, Ambassador Global Studies can help you explore suitable South Korean study opportunities based on your academic background, career goals and budget.

Explore Global Korea Scholarship

Eligible international students can explore the prestigious Global Korea Scholarship – GKS, which may provide benefits including tuition, airfare, Korean-language training and study allowances.

Study + Career Opportunity

Eligible international students may undertake authorised part-time work while studying, while qualifying graduates may explore the D-10-1 Job-Seeking route for up to two years, subject to Korean immigration requirements.

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