Admission · South Korea

University admission in South Korea with people who studied there

South Korea combines world-class universities, a fast-growing number of English-taught programs, and one of Asia's most dynamic cultures — while staying one of the region's most open destinations for international students.

Catalogue: 57 universities profiled
Language of instruction: Korean or English
Visa: D-2 (student)

Our mentors for this country come from its leading universities, including Seoul National University

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South Korea in a minute

What gets checked first. Many people find out about it too late.

Good to know in advance

Much of the bachelor's offer is in Korean and requires TOPIK

We tell you this before you pay, so you don't waste a year and your money.

Language of instruction

Korean or English

Visa

D-2 (student)

Scholarships

Government Scholarship (GKS) and others

Universities in South Korea

57 universities with worked-through profiles: standing, ranking positions, city and what admission takes. These aren't all the universities we can help you get into to South Korea. If the one you want isn't listed, write to us.

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One of Korea's leading private universities · 488th (QS 2027)

Ewha Womans University

Seoul · One of South Korea's leading private universities

1st in South Korea · 38th (QS 2027), 56th (THE 2027)

Seoul National University

Seoul · National University (SKY)

One of South Korea's three most prestigious universities

Yonsei University

Seoul · SKY universities

Korea University

Seoul · One of South Korea's three most prestigious universities

4th in South Korea (QS 2027) · 65th in the world (QS 2027)

KAIST

Daejeon · National research university

Hanyang University

Seoul · Private research university

Sungkyunkwan University

Seoul · Private research university

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

Seoul · Private research university

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Everything about admission to South Korea

Admission has four parts. Start with whichever matters most to you right now.

Universities

57 profiles: standing, rankings, city and requirements

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Grants and scholarships

Which scholarships there are in South Korea, who gets them and what it takes.

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Language and exams

Which language the teaching is in, which exam you will be asked for and how we prepare you.

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Services and cost

What we take on, and how the price is worked out for this destination.

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In-depth guide: university admission in South Korea

Why South Korea

South Korea is one of Asia's leading technology and cultural hubs — home to Samsung, LG and Hyundai — while Korean pop culture and film have made the country one of the most recognizable and appealing destinations for young people worldwide over the last decade.

Its universities consistently appear in global rankings, especially in engineering, IT, design and natural sciences, while tuition and living costs remain noticeably lower than in the US, UK or Australia — making Korea a realistic option for a quality education without an extreme budget.

Language of instruction and requirements

A large share of bachelor's programs are taught in Korean and require a TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) certificate — usually level 3 or above depending on the university and major. Many universities offer a preparatory language year for those starting from zero.

The number of fully English-taught programs is growing quickly, especially at the graduate level and in engineering, business and IT — these typically require an international English certificate (IELTS/TOEFL) rather than Korean, though basic Korean makes everyday life considerably easier.

Visa and cost of study

International students obtain a D-2 student visa (for degree programs) or D-4 (for language and preparatory courses). The process is generally transparent and well-established: a university invitation, proof of financial means, and a standard document package.

The cost of studying and living in Korea is notably lower than in most Western destinations, and the government's Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), along with university scholarships, regularly covers a significant share of costs for motivated applicants — from partial tuition to full coverage plus a monthly stipend.

UNIPROFI in South Korea

We're launching our South Korea direction, applying the same approach that has already helped hundreds of students get into China: a real assessment of a specific university's requirements, an honest read on your chances, and step-by-step support instead of generic advice from the internet.

If South Korea interests you, reach out — we'll tell you exactly where this direction stands today and find a way we can already be useful.

How we take you through admission in South Korea

Getting to know you

You message us or take the quiz on the site. We ask about your goal, budget, language and timing.

Plan

We suggest countries, universities and programmes that suit you. If we see anything that could get in the way, we tell you straight away.

Documents and applications

We help with your documents and motivation letter, submit the applications and deal with the admissions office.

Admission and the move

You get your offer letter, and we help with the visa, insurance and housing. We stay in touch for your first weeks there.

Frequently asked questions about studying in South Korea

What language are degrees taught in in South Korea?

Korean or English. Which exam you will be asked for and how we prepare you is covered under Language and exams.

What visa do I need to study in South Korea?

D-2 (student). The documents and timing depend on the university and programme — we check them against your case.

What scholarships are there in South Korea?

The main programme is GKS (Global Korea Scholarship). What you can apply for with your profile is covered under Grants and scholarships.

What should I know in advance about applying in South Korea?

Much of the bachelor's offer is in Korean and requires TOPIK

How many universities in South Korea are in your catalogue?

57 with full profiles: status, rankings, city and requirements. We also help with universities that aren't in the catalogue yet.

How does UNIPROFI help with admission in South Korea?

We shortlist universities and programmes for your profile, prepare your documents and motivation letter, submit the applications and help with the visa and the move. If anything could stand in the way, we tell you before you pay and suggest another option.