South Korea Student Visa and Study Details for International Students
1. General Information
Intakes:
March Intake: Apply 3 to 5 months before classes begin (around October to November).
September Intake: Apply 3 to 5 months before classes begin (around April to May).
Application Rounds:
1st Round Admission: Main round with the most available spots.
2nd & 3rd Round Admission: Available if seats remain, but you may need to rush.
Round Deadlines: Each round lasts 10 to 15 days, and universities may extend deadlines based on seat availability.
2. Eligibility Criteria
For Bachelor’s Programs
Requirements: HSC, Diploma, Madrasa, or equivalent
English Proficiency:
IELTS: Minimum 5.5 (Required)
TOEFL iBT: Minimum 70 (Not eligible for scholarships)
Note: MOI (Medium of Instruction) is not accepted for Bachelor’s programs. South Korea does not accept MOI as proof of English proficiency.
Visa Type:
D-2 Student Visa
EPA (Language Program): Only for Bachelor’s students (D-4 Visa)
For Master’s Programs
Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree (4-year undergrad program/equivalent)
English Proficiency:
IELTS: Minimum 5.5 (Required)
TOEFL iBT: Minimum 80 (Not eligible for scholarships)
Note: MOI is not accepted in South Korea. You must have IELTS or TOEFL scores.
Visa Type:
E-Visa preferred for higher visa success rates
3. Application Process & Deadlines
Application Fees:
Bachelor’s Programs: 5,000 to 8,000 BDT (Depending on the university)
Master’s Programs: 6,000 to 12,000 BDT (Depending on the university and E-Visa application)
Documents Required:
All Academic Documents: Must be attested or apostilled, not notarized. (Kompass will assist)
Medical Certificate: Required for visa approval
Financial Documents:
Minimum 20 Lakhs BDT in FDR, Savings Account, or Current Account
FDR: 1-month maturity
Savings Account: 3-month maturity
Current Account: 3-month maturity
Tax Return Certificate: Minimum 8,000 BDT (No zero tax return accepted)
Proof of Income: Minimum 40,000 BDT per month (Sponsor)
Family Certificate: From City Corporation or Union Parishod
4. Visa Information
E-Visa: Available for Master’s students only; preferred for higher visa success rates
D-2 Visa: Available for Bachelor’s students only
EPA (Language Program) – D-4 Visa: Only available for Bachelor’s students
5. English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS Minimum: 5.5 for both Bachelor’s and Master’s programs
TOEFL:
Home-based tests are not accepted
Does not qualify for scholarships, but can meet general entry requirements
6. Scholarships
IELTS-Based Scholarships:
Scholarships are based on IELTS score, not CGPA
Range: 20% to 100%, depending on your IELTS score and the university
TOEFL: Not accepted for scholarships
7. Tuition Fees
Bachelor’s Programs: Lower tuition compared to Master’s programs
Master’s Programs:
Tuition ranges 4.5 Lakhs to 5 Lakhs BDT per semester
Pre-Visa Payment: One semester’s tuition must be paid before visa issuance
Package Program: If selected, payment can be made after visa approval (commitment required)
8. Living Costs
Average Living Costs: 50,000 to 60,000 BDT per month
9. Package Program Details
What’s Included:
University Admission
Embassy & Immigration Fees
Visa Processing (E-Visa for Master’s)
One Semester Tuition Fees
Medical Test Fees
DHL & Documentation Handling
Airport Pickup from South Korea
Payment Terms:
With IELTS: Total fee due after visa approval
Financial Requirements:
Bank Solvency: 20–25 Lacs BDT
Tax Return Certificate: Minimum 8,000 BDT
Proof of Income: Minimum 40,000 BDT/month (Sponsor)
Self-Sponsorship allowed
Without IELTS: Package program fees are higher. Contact a Kompass counselor
10. Gap in Education
Gaps Over 2 Years: Must provide an explanation
Gap Limit: Should not exceed 5–6 years
For Working Professionals: Provide an employment letter
For Business Owners: Provide a trade license
11. Additional Notes
Apply 3–5 months before the intake
Seat availability may be limited for 2nd & 3rd rounds
MOI is not accepted in South Korea
TOEFL Home-based tests are not accepted
12. Contact Information
Kompass Education & Visa Consultancy
Dhaka Office: 56 Siddeshwari Road, 2nd Floor, Dhaka 1217
Phone: +880 1736 720908, +880 1877 424034
US Office: 78 Linden Avenue, Dayton, OH 45403
Phone: +1 507-723-8269
Email: info@kompass.cc
Website: www.kompass.cc
Facebook: www.facebook.com/gotkompass