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Study in South Korea.

The essentials, in one place.

Use this snapshot to decide whether South Korea fits your academic goals and resources. Requirements can differ by qualification, institution and application route.

TuitionGKS = Free | Self = $4k-$8k
Financial evidenceGKS = Zero | Self = $20k
Language requirementsIELTS is recommended
Visa routeKorean Embassy in Islamabad
Reference snapshot: 2026-10-18. Review dates come from the reference dataset; ScholarsRoad has not independently reverified every entry. Use the official links to confirm current requirements.

From shortlist to application.

For GKS, choose the embassy or university route allowed by the current call and follow its nomination instructions. Direct university admission is a separate option.

Before you commit
Grade and language criteria differ across awards and programmes. Confirm document certification, deadlines and whether the application route restricts your choices.
  1. Identify programmes that accept your qualification. Ask admissions about equivalence if your Pakistani award is not clearly listed.
  2. Read the individual course requirements and deadline. Confirm language evidence, prerequisites and any selection test.
  3. Prepare your academic records, references and personal statement. Follow the institution’s instructions for certified documents.
  4. Submit through the university or its designated national portal. Keep your account, receipts and application number.
  5. After an offer, check the student visa procedure for applicants residing in Pakistan and prepare the required financial evidence.
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Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degrees (GKS-G) ↗
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Work while you study.

Bachelor'sConditional · 25 hours/week
25 h/week on weekdays with TOPIK 3/4, 10 h without; unlimited in vacations
Master'sConditional · 30 hours/week
30 h/week on weekdays with TOPIK 4, 15 h without; unlimited in vacations
PhDConditional · 30 hours/week
30 h/week on weekdays with TOPIK 4, 15 h without; unlimited in vacations

Needs school and immigration approval; 10–35 h/week by TOPIK level and degree

After your qualification

D-10 job-seeking visa (up to about 2 years, points-based; not confirmed)

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Your preparation checklist.

Track the essentials here, then reconcile this list with the exact university and embassy checklist.

Go directly to the source.

These authority and institution links accompany the reference dataset. They are your starting point for checking the latest rules.