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South Korea
Student Visa
South Korea is one of the closest study abroad destinations for Japanese students, and is especially popular among those interested in K-pop, Korean language, and culture. Tuition fees are relatively low compared to other developed countries.
Student Visa
Visa Type
D-2 Student Visa
Requirements
- •Admission letter
- •Financial proof (equiv. USD$10,000+)
- •Valid passport
- •Passport photo
- •Application fee (check at Korean consulate)
Duration
Duration of study (max 2 years, renewable)
Cost
Approx. ¥4,000–¥6,000 at Korean consulate in Japan
Cost Overview
Annual Tuition
₩5,000,000 – ₩12,000,000
Monthly Living Cost
₩800,000/月
Popular Cities
- Seoul
- Busan
- Daegu
- Incheon
Popular Universities
- Seoul National University
- Yonsei University
- Korea University
- Sungkyunkwan University
- Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Study Tips
- 1.Learning basic Korean before arrival makes the transition smoother
- 2.GKS (Korean Government Scholarship) and other programs are available
- 3.Overall cost of living is lower than Japan
- 4.Excellent public transport including KTX high-speed rail
Info for Japanese Students
Many Japanese students choose Korea to deepen cross-cultural understanding. Major universities like SNU and Yonsei have dedicated support programs for Japanese students.
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