Global Korea Scholarship
Fully funded, with a year of Korean language before your degree.
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Study inSouth Korea
Full government scholarships, affordable universities and an economy built on Samsung, Hyundai and LG.
Tuition / year৳ 6–14 lakh
Work while studying25 hrs/wk
After graduationD-10 job seeker visa
IntakesMar, Sep
GKSGlobal Korea Scholarship covers tuition, stipend and flights
25 hwork per week for students with TOPIK level
2intakes: March and September
10hflight from Dhaka
Why Korea
Reasons students choose South Korea
Where you'll live
Popular student cities
Universities
Where we place students in Korea
Swipe through the universities we apply to most. Fees are indicative first-year tuition in taka.
Seoul National University
Korea's top university; GKS embassy track.
Tuition / year৳ 5–8 lakh
KAIST
Generous scholarships in science and engineering.
Tuition / yearOften full scholarship
Korea University
Strong business and engineering.
Tuition / year৳ 9–14 lakh
Sejong University
Affordable, popular with South Asian students.
Tuition / year৳ 7–10 lakh
Kyungpook National University
Low fees, GKS university track.
Tuition / year৳ 4–6 lakh
Programs
What you can study and what you need
Korean language program
6–12 monthsEntry: HSC; no Korean needed
৳ 5–6 lakh / year
Bachelor's (English or Korean)
4 yearsEntry: HSC/A-levels, IELTS 5.5 or TOPIK 3
৳ 6–14 lakh / year
Master's
2 yearsEntry: Bachelor's, IELTS 6.0 or TOPIK
৳ 6–12 lakh / year
PhD
3–4 yearsEntry: Master's; lab funding common
Often funded
Costs
What your first year costs
Indicative ranges in taka. Exchange rates and fees change every year.
৳ 17.1 – 29.7 lakh
first year, all-in
Process
Your route to South Korea, step by step
1
Free counselling
We review your results, budget and goals and build a shortlist for South Korea.
2
English & tests
Prepare for IELTS 5.5 / TOPIK 3 or the language test your program needs. We tell you exactly which score each university accepts.
3
Applications
We write your SOP with you and apply to your chosen universities.
4
Offer & admission letter
Accept the right offer, pay your deposit and receive your admission letter.
5
D-2 student visa (D-4 for language)
We prepare your financial documents and forms, and run a mock interview if needed.
Fly & settle
Pre-departure briefing, accommodation, tickets and arrival support.
Visa
D-2 student visa (D-4 for language)
- Show bank balance (around USD 20,000 for degree students)
- Apostilled academic certificates
- Study plan and admission letter
- Apply at the Korean Embassy in Dhaka
Rules change. We confirm current requirements for your exact case.
Work & career
Work rights, from first semester to long term
1While you study25 hrs/wk
2After graduationD-10 job seeker visa
3Long termE-7 work visa, then F-2 residence through the points system
Scholarships
Funding for Korea
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Korean government scholarship with a year of Korean language study before the degree.
🇰🇷 Korea, All levelsUsually opens Feb
Student stories
Our students in Korea
Korea FAQ
Questions we hear about South Korea
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Do I need Korean?
Not for English-taught programs, but TOPIK 3+ helps with work hours and jobs.
How competitive is GKS?
Very. Apply through the embassy or university track with strong academics and a clear study plan.
Can I work part-time?
Yes, with permission. Hours depend on your TOPIK level and program.
When do GKS applications open?
Usually around February for the graduate program.
Official sourcesStudy in KoreaFees are indicative and converted to taka at approximate rates.
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