This document provides information for international students interested in studying in Korea. It outlines the Korean educational system, popular study options for international students including language programs and university degrees, and the application process which typically involves submitting documents 1-3 months before the semester starts. The document also discusses costs of studying in Korea, potential scholarships, job opportunities for international students, and sources of additional information and support for studying and living in Korea.

2. Contents
 Why study in Korea?
 Schools and educational system in Korea
 Study options for international students in Korea
 When and how to apply?
 How much does it cost to study in Korea?
 Scholarships for studying in Korea
 Job opportunities
 How can we help you.
 Summary & Recommendations

3. Why study in Korea?
 With the increasing popularity of K-pop, Korean-dramas, and Korean fashion
 Living costs are cheaper than in many other developed countries,
 Tuition fees are reasonable and affordable.
 Korea is famous for its good quality of education and a high standard of health
care.

4. Schools and educational system in Korea
 Educational system
Primary school -6years,
Middle school -3years,
High school -3years
Bachelor degrees - 4 years
Master degrees- 2 years
Spring semester from March-June
Fall semester September–December

5. Study options for international students in
Korea

6. When and how to apply?
When
Most universities recruit twice a year
 Spring semester from March-June
 Fall semester September–December

7. How to apply
Korean Language Program application
Application Procedures:
 Application submission deadline: 1-3 months prior to the start date
 Application screening
 Tuition fee payment
 Admission approval
 Visa application

8. Example of Admission documents:
 Application form
 Passport copy and profile photo
 Diploma / degree copy of the highest level education
 Bank statement (20 lakh or more)
 Income Source
 Documentation from Ward and Municipality
 Application fee

9. University program application
Application Procedures

10. Example of Admission documents:
 University application form
 Academic support documents
 Statement of purpose
 Official high school (highest level of education) diploma (translated and notarized)
 Official high school (highest level of education) transcript (translated and notarized)
 Original document for proof of language proficiency (English / Korean)
 Financial support documents including bank certificate, guarantee of finance
 Identification support document: passport copy, household registry certificate
 Education gap and Age gap

11. How much does it cost to study in Korea?

12. Living costs

13. Korean language and TOPIK-test
 With a permit students are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week (30 hours
per week on postgraduate programs).
 University students with TOPIK level 3 or above have an easier time finding
jobs and they can work without limitation during school holidays.

14. Scholarships for studying in Korea

15. Job opportunities
 Part-time Work for Foreign Students

16.  Professional Career
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17. How to Apply Job
 Job Fair for International Student
 https://www.peoplenjob.com/jobs
 https://www.glassdoor.com/Job/south-korea-part-time-jobs-
SRCH_IL.0,11_IN135_KO12,21.htm
 https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/

18. Summary & Recommendations
 Find a suitable school in Korea
 Apply to your school at least 3 - 4 months before your course starts

19. Information for Study and life in Korea?
 Society of Nepalese Students in Korea (SONSIK)
www.sonsik.org.np
https://www.facebook.com/npsonsik
 National Institute of International Education (NIIED) – www.studyinkorea.go.kr
 We (Korean Universities Students and Alumni)
 Embassy of Nepal in Korea
https://kr.nepalembassy.gov.np/
 SONSIK Alumni in Nepal

20. Thank you !!
Any questions??
Siri Satyal