Study in Ireland: First-rate Education in a Traditional but Modern Setting
Ireland offers world-class education, a friendly atmosphere, and a thriving tech and research hub for international students.
| ✔ Choose a University & Program | ✔ Admission Requirements |
| ✔ Scholarships and Funding | ✔ Student Visa (D-2 Visa) |
| ✔ Cost of Living in Korea | ✔ Work While Studying |
| ✔ Life & Culture in Korea |
Korea has many top universities, including:
- Seoul National University (SNU)
- Korea University (KU)
- Yonsei University (YU)
- KAIST (for science & engineering)
- POSTECH (for science & tech)
You can study in Korean or English. Some programs (especially at top universities) are fully in English.
Each university has its own criteria, but common requirements include:
- High school diploma (for undergrad) or a bachelor’s degree (for master’s/PhD)
- TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) if applying for a Korean-taught program
English proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS) for English programs - Recommendation letters & personal statement
- Financial proof (to show you can support your studies)
Many scholarships are available, including:
- Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) – Full tuition, airfare, living expenses
- University Scholarships – Many schools offer discounts or full funding
- Private & Government Grants – Some organizations sponsor students
To study in Korea, you need a D-2 visa. Requirements include:
- Admission letter from a Korean university
- Financial proof (bank statement or sponsor letter)
- Visa application & processing fee
- Health insurance proof
- Tuition: $3,000 – $6,000 per semester (depends on the university)
- Dormitory: $300 – $800 per month
- Food: $300 – $500 per month
- Transportation: $50 – $100 per month
- Miscellaneous: $100 – $300 per month
As an international student, you can work part-time (max 20 hours/week during semesters and unlimited during vacations). You’ll need to:
✔️ Get permission from your university
✔️ Register at the immigration office
Fast-paced lifestyle, great public transport, and a safe country
- Amazing food: kimchi, bulgogi, tteokbokki, bibimbap!
- K-pop, K-dramas, and vibrant entertainment scene
- Beautiful seasons, from cherry blossoms to winter snow