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Study In South Korea

Nicknamed the “Land of the Morning Calm,” South Korea offers a fascinating mix of tradition and modernity, where centuries-old heritage coexists with cutting-edge technology. The country boasts breathtaking natural landscapes and vibrant urban centers like Seoul, a global hub for innovation and entertainment.

In recent years, South Korea has gained popularity among international students, including those from Nepal. With a strong focus on research, technology, and quality education, South Korean universities offer excellent academic opportunities. Additionally, the cost of living and studying is relatively affordable compared to many Western countries. Studying in South Korea ensures not only a high-quality education but also an enriching cultural experience and valuable international exposure.

South Korean universities typically offer two main intakes for international students: one in the spring and another in the fall.

  • Spring Semester: This intake begins in late March or early April and concludes in June or July.
  • Fall Semester: The fall semester starts in late September or early October, with classes ending in December or January.

Both intake periods provide great opportunities for students to begin their academic journey in South Korea.

With a D-4 Visa, you are not permitted to pursue your major course at a university or work in South Korea. To be eligible for both studying at a university and working in South Korea, Nepalese students must obtain a D-2 Visa. To qualify for the D-2 Visa, you need to have completed the IELTS and achieved a good GPA in Nepal.

For the Bachelor’s program in South Korea, you must have a minimum second division in your +2 level in any field. For the Master’s program, you need to have completed a Bachelor’s degree to be eligible to apply.

To apply for studies in South Korea, Nepalese students must submit the following documents to the Korean Embassy:

  1. Valid Passport

  2. IELTS Score

    • If you’re planning to study programs in English in South Korea, you must take an IELTS test. Most universities require a minimum score of 5.5 for the Bachelor’s program, and 6.0 for the Master’s program.
  3. Academic Documents

    • Mark sheet and Character certificate from School level
    • Mark sheet and Character certificate from Intermediate level
    • Mark sheet and Character certificate from Bachelor’s level (for Master’s program)
    • Provisional Certificate
  4. Bank Statement

    • A bank statement in the student’s name, with full access only to the student.
  5. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  6. Statement of Purpose (SOP)

  7. No Objection Letter from your current institution or guardians.

  8. Birth Certificate

  9. Property Evaluation Report (if applicable)

Once these documents are submitted, the Korean Embassy will review them for authenticity. If any documents are found to be incomplete or fraudulent, your application will be rejected.

 
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    • Mark sheet and Character certificate from Bachelor’s level (for Master’s program)
    • Provisional Certificate
  1. Bank Statement

    • A bank statement in the student’s name, with full access only to the student.
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  3. Statement of Purpose (SOP)

  4. No Objection Letter from your current institution or guardians.

  5. Birth Certificate

  6. Property Evaluation Report (if applicable)

Once these documents are submitted, the Korean Embassy will review them for authenticity. If any documents are found to be incomplete or fraudulent, your application will be rejected.

 

Documents to be Provided by the University and Sponsors in Korea:

  • Standard Admission Certificate (both original and photocopy)
  • Scholarship certificate (both original and photocopy)
  • Financial affidavit from a professor (if the professor is supporting the applicant’s tuition fees, living expenses, etc.)
  • Professor’s job certificate (if the professor is supporting the applicant’s tuition fees, living expenses, etc.)
  • A photocopy of the university’s business registration certificate

Documents to be Provided by Applicants:

  • One recent passport-size photo of the applicant
  • Original passport and a photocopy thereof
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable)
  • Family relationship certificate
  • Medical Report on Tuberculosis from one of the four designated hospitals by the Embassy:
    1. Patan Hospital, Patan
    2. Civil Service Hospital, Newbaneshor
    3. Korea Nepal Friendship Hospital (Korea Thimi Hospital), Bhaktapur
    4. Sukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital, Teku
  • Other job-related documents such as business registration certificate, Permanent Account Number (PAN) registration certificate, etc.
  • All school documents and certificates (Verified by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal). For the verified certificates, you may submit the photocopy of those you submitted to your university.
  • Secondary-level education transcripts and character certificate (both originals and photocopies)
  • Higher secondary-level education transcripts (XI, XII) and character certificate (both originals and photocopies)
  • University and final education levels’ transcripts (such as master or doctoral degrees) and character certificates (both originals and photocopies)
  • Family asset evaluation certificate (certified by a chartered accountant with supporting documents, both originals and photocopies)
  • Bank statement for the last 6 months (to be accepted only from an A-level bank)

 

 

1. What are the eligibility requirements for South Korean universities?
For a Bachelor’s program, you need a good GPA in +2. For a Master’s, you must have a Bachelor’s degree. An IELTS score (5.5 for Bachelor’s, 6.0 for Master’s) is required for English programs.

2. What documents are needed to apply?
Required documents include a passport, IELTS score, academic transcripts, bank statement, CV, SOP, No Objection Letter, birth certificate, and property evaluation (if applicable), all verified by the Korean Embassy.

3. Can I work while studying in South Korea?
With a D-4 Visa, you can’t work. To study and work, you need a D-2 Visa, which requires a good GPA and IELTS score. Working hours for students are limited.

 

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