South Korea

Studying in South Korea in 2026 offers high-quality education, particularly in technology and business, with tuition often ranging from 4–10 lakh NPR annually and living costs around 10–15 lakh NPR annually. Applicants need 12 years of schooling, TOPIK Level 3/4 or IELTS 5.5-6.5, and a D-2 visa. 

Key Aspects of Studying in South Korea

• Application & Requirements: Applicants must submit documents directly to universities, including transcripts, a passport, and letters of recommendation. A minimum GPA of 2.80 for undergraduates and 2.40 for graduates is generally expected.
• Language & Academic Options: While many programs are in Korean (requiring TOPIK), an increasing number of English-taught courses are available. The academic year typically starts in March, with a second semester in September
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Costs: Tuition fees are generally the same for international and local students. Costs for undergraduate studies can be around 4 lakh INR per semester, while master's programs range from 2 to 2.5 lakh INR per semester.

Scholarships: The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) and various university-specific, government, or private grants are available to cover tuition and living expenses.

Part-time Work & Post-study: International students may work part-time up to 25 hours per week (specifically for language and undergraduate students). There is potential to stay up to 3 years after graduation.

Visa: A D-2 (degree-seeking) student visa is required for university study, or a D-4-1 visa for language training.