Do I need to speak Korean?

Not for English-taught programmes, but Korean opens far more courses, part-time jobs and careers. Many students spend a year at a university language institute first.

What is the Global Korea Scholarship?

A Korean government scholarship covering tuition, a monthly allowance and air fare, usually with a year of Korean language study. Bangladesh has places through the embassy in Dhaka each year, and we help you prepare the application.

How much money do I need to show?

Usually about KRW 20 million for universities in the Seoul area and less elsewhere, held for at least 28 days. Some universities and the embassy ask for more, so we confirm the amount for your offer.

Study destination

Study in South Korea

Leading technology universities, generous scholarships and a growing number of English-taught programmes.

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Main intakes: Mar, Sep
Bachelor’s: 4 years
Master’s: 2 years
English tests: IELTS, TOPIK

Why study in South Korea

South Korea combines strong technology universities with generous scholarships and a growing number of programmes taught in English. Many students start with a year of Korean at a university language institute, and graduates can stay on to look for work.

Technology and research
Strengths in electronics, semiconductors, engineering and computer science, with close links to Korean industry.
Scholarships
The government’s Global Korea Scholarship, and university scholarships that often reduce tuition for strong students.
A Korean language route
Start at a university language institute, then move into a degree once your Korean is ready.
Time to find a job
A job-seeker visa after graduation, renewable for up to three years in total since October 2025.

Universities

Leading universities in South Korea, with what each is known for
University	Known for
Seoul National UniversitySeoul	Research, engineering, sciences
KAISTDaejeon	Engineering, sciences
Yonsei UniversitySeoul	Business, medicine, engineering
Korea UniversitySeoul	Business, law, engineering
POSTECHPohang	Engineering, sciences

Also on our list

Ajou University
Chung-Ang University
Dongguk University
Hanyang University
Inha University
Kyung Hee University
Kyungpook National University
Pusan National University
Sejong University
Sungkyunkwan University

Intakes and deadlines

March
Classes start
March
Apply
September to November
The start of the Korean academic year, and the main intake.
September
Classes start
September
Apply
March to May
Most universities, including many English-taught programmes.

Tuition and living costs

Typical figures for international students. Fees and visa amounts change every year, so a counsellor confirms the current figures for your course.

National universities: KRW 4 to 6 million a year
Private universitiesEngineering and medicine cost more. Many universities reduce fees for strong students.: KRW 7 to 12 million a year
Language institutesFour ten-week terms of Korean at a university.: KRW 6 to 7 million a year
Living costsIncluding rent. Seoul costs the most.: KRW 900,000 to 1,500,000 a month

Entry requirements

English-taught programmes
- IELTS Academic 5.5 to 6.5, or TOEFL iBT
- Check that the whole programme is taught in English, not only some courses
Korean-taught programmes
- TOPIK level 3 or above for most degree programmes
- Or a year at a university language institute first
Academic
- Bachelor’s: HSC or equivalent, after 12 years of schooling
- Master’s: a relevant bachelor’s degree
Student visa
- A certificate of admission from your university
- Bank statements showing the funds your university and the embassy ask for
- Academic certificates apostilled or confirmed by the Korean Embassy

How to apply, step by step

01
Choose your route
An English-taught degree, or a Korean language course followed by a Korean-taught degree.
02
Take a test
IELTS or TOEFL for English-taught programmes; TOPIK for Korean-taught ones.
03
Apply to universities
Most ask for a study plan, recommendation letters and certified academic documents.
04
Receive your certificate of admission
Pay the tuition and your university sends the documents for the visa.
05
Apply for the student visa
Fill in the e-Form on the Korea Visa Portal, then submit it in person at the Korean Embassy in Dhaka.
06
Register after you arrive
Apply for your residence card at the immigration office within 90 days.

Student visa (D-2)

After your university issues a certificate of admission, you complete the e-Form on the Korea Visa Portal and submit it in person at the consular section of the Korean Embassy in Dhaka. Language students apply for a D-4 visa in the same way.

Visa feeFor a single-entry visa. Check the current fee with the embassy.: From USD 60
Proof of fundsFor universities in the Seoul area, less elsewhere, held for at least 28 days.: About KRW 20 million
Processing timeApply as soon as you receive your certificate of admission.: Varies

Documents you need

Valid passport
Visa e-Form with barcode
Passport photo
Certificate of admission
University’s business registration certificate, from your university
Bank statement showing the required funds
Apostilled or embassy-confirmed academic certificates
Tuberculosis test certificate from an approved hospital

Working during and after study

While you study
Part-time work with permission from your university and immigration: up to 30 hours a week in term if you meet the Korean language (TOPIK) level, and fewer without it.
After you graduate
A D-10 job-seeker visa to stay and look for work, renewable for up to three years in total.