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Why Study in South Korea?

Why do Bangladeshi students choose South Korea for higher education?

South Korea combines affordable education, global ranking, and job-oriented outcomes.

Key benefits of studying in South Korea from Bangladesh:

  • Very low tuition fees compared to Western countries

  • 30%–100% scholarships available

  • English-taught Bachelor’s and Master’s programs

  • No IELTS required for language programs

  • Part-time work up to 20 hours per week

  • Strong job market after graduation

  • Post-study visa extension for job searching

  • Safe, modern, and technology-driven society

Use case:
Students with good GPA but limited budget choose South Korea for maximum value.

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Admission Requirements

Admission requirements

What are the admission requirements to study in South Korea?

Requirements vary by program. Below is a clear breakdown.

Language Program (Korean Language Course)

RequirementDetails
Duration1 Year
IELTSNot required
Study GapUp to 1 year
EducationAfter HSC or Bachelor
ResultHSC GPA 4.0 / Bachelor CGPA 3.0
IntakeMarch & September
Tuition FeesBDT 1.5 – 2.0 lakh

This program is often the first step before degree study.

Bachelor’s Degree Program

RequirementDetails
Duration4 Years
IELTS5.5
Study GapUp to 2 years
EducationHSC
ResultHSC GPA 4.0
IntakeMarch & September
Tuition FeesBDT 2.5 – 7.0 lakh
Scholarship30% – 100%

Master’s Degree Program

RequirementDetails
Duration2 Years
IELTS5.5+
Study GapUp to 4 years
EducationBachelor
ResultCGPA 3.0
IntakeMarch & September
Tuition FeesBDT 2.5 – 7.0 lakh
Scholarship30% – 100%

Documents Checklist for South Korea Student Visa

Academic & Personal Documents

  • Academic certificates & transcripts (scan copy)

  • Passport

  • IELTS certificate (if applicable)

  • Birth certificate (Bangla + English)

  • NID (Bangla + English)

  • Passport photos (white background)

  • Parents’ NID

  • Family relation certificate

Financial & Sponsor Documents

  • Bank statement with solvency certificate

  • Required balance: BDT 20–25 lakh

  • Account maturity: 6 months

  • Sponsor: self or parents

  • Income source documents

  • TIN / Tax papers

  • Trade license & BIN (if business sponsor)

Other Mandatory Documents

  • SOP (500–600 words)

  • Police clearance

  • Medical report (TB test)

Attestation & DHL Process

How does document attestation work for South Korea?

Step-by-step process:

Attestation from:

Education Board

Education Ministry

Foreign Ministry

  1. Notary all documents
  2. Korean Embassy attestation
  3. Send documents via DHL to university

Important notes:

  • Original documents are not required for DHL

  • Multiple attested sets needed if applying to multiple universities

  • DHL fee depends on location

Living Expenses in South Korea for international students

How much does it cost to live in South Korea as a student?

International students typically spend:

  • BDT 35,000 – 50,000 per month

  • Includes accommodation, food, transport, and utilities

Shared housing and student dormitories help reduce costs.

Post study work

Working While Studying & After Graduation

Can Bangladeshi students work in South Korea?

During Study

  • Part-time work allowed

  • Up to 20 hours per week

After Graduation

  • Mandatory Korean language level TOPIK Level 3

  • 2-year visa extension for job searching

  • After employment, visa extended every 6 months

Use case:
Students gain work experience first, then move toward long-term stay.

Why Educube

Why apply through Educube for South Korea?

We follow clear process, real data, and embassy compliance.

Our support includes:

  • Free profile assessment

  • University & program selection

  • Document preparation & attestation guidance

  • SOP writing support

  • Visa filing & follow-up

  • Pre-departure briefing

  • Post-arrival guidance

No shortcuts. No confusion. Full transparency.

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