First, the application conditions for studying abroad
1. undergraduate GPA score
For students applying for Korean graduate students, the GPA score of undergraduate course is an important reference factor for college audit. You can't fail in all subjects, and your GPA is above 2.5. To apply for a prestigious school, you must have a GPA of at least 3.0. In addition to GPA scores, the applicant's graduate school can also directly affect the admission rate, and students with 985/2 1 1 college background have a greater competitive advantage.
Moreover, the choice of majors in the postgraduate stage cannot be too different from that in the undergraduate stage, otherwise the success rate of application will be greatly reduced.
2. Language achievement
In Korea, most colleges and universities teach in Korean, so if you want to study in Korea, your Korean score is very important, and you must reach TOPIK level or above. If the applicant's Korean level is average, only the daily communication level, then he must study Korean in a language school for a period of time before he can go to graduate school.
Some courses are taught in English, such as GSIS course, so the applicant's English score is also the basic condition for studying abroad, and the minimum requirement is IELTS 6.0+/ TOEFL 80+.
3. Comprehensive ability
Applying for Korean graduate students, in addition to GPA and language scores, major universities actually pay more attention to students' comprehensive ability. That is, some students have average academic performance, but have rich work experience and certain hobbies and specialties. Such students can also successfully apply for Korean graduate students.
Second, the study abroad program
1. Apply for graduate students directly after graduation.
This application method is very difficult, which requires students' Korean level (Korean level 5 or above) and cultural achievements (GPA score 2.5 or above). Such applicants must have a full-time undergraduate diploma, which must be prepared at least half a year in advance.
2. Language classes+graduate students
This method is mainly aimed at students who fail in Korean. Because Korean universities have very high requirements for applicants' Korean, it is the most popular study abroad program for most students. On the one hand, it can adapt to the study life in Korea in advance, on the other hand, it takes less time to learn Korean well in the big environment. There are also many examples of students successfully enrolled in famous Korean schools in this way.
Third, the cost of studying abroad.
Tuition for studying in Korea:
Language courses: indefinite (depending on the specific situation of students)
National University: The undergraduate needs about 30,000 yuan/year, and the graduate needs 4 yuan RMB/year.
Private universities (national education is mainly private): undergraduate students need about 70 thousand yuan/year, and graduate students need 80 thousand yuan/year.
Living expenses for studying in Korea:
Seoul area: 80,000 RMB/year
Local city: 60,000-70,000 RMB/year
Other cities: 60,000-70,000 RMB/year
Scholarship for studying in Korea:
There are many kinds and places of scholarships in Korea, especially in national famous schools. Foreign students with excellent grades can get scholarships or reduce tuition fees. For graduate students, some universities not only provide free tuition and living expenses for international students who become teaching assistants, but also give them monthly grants.
Studying and working in Korea:
South Korea has no restrictions on foreign students working, and working during holidays can almost maintain tuition and living expenses for one year. For example, engaged in simple cosmetics packaging in the factory assembly line, about 200 yuan/day; Send newspapers around 240 yuan/day; As a waiter in a barbecue shop, about 8,000 yuan/month; As a Chinese teacher, I can work 5-6 hours a day and get about 8,000 yuan a month.
Fourth, the advantages of studying abroad.
1. High academic qualifications and high gold content in diplomas.
There are many world-renowned institutions of higher learning in Korea, which are famous for paying attention to applied disciplines. Many majors enjoy a high reputation in the world, and the teaching quality is excellent. Computer applications, economics and business studies are first-class in Asia. Korean diplomas are widely recognized in the world.
2. The study and living environment is comfortable and the cost of studying abroad is low.
Korea has a pleasant climate and beautiful campus, which creates a comfortable learning environment for students. The total cost of studying in Korea for one year is about RMB10-120,000 yuan (by region and course type).
3. The guarantee amount is low and the application procedure is quick.
Applying for studying in Korea, the guarantee is low, generally 20 thousand dollars. At the same time, the application materials for studying in Korea are simple and the procedures are quick.
4. Free choice of major, easy access to famous universities.
According to the relevant laws of South Korea, both public and private institutions of higher learning must accept the supervision of the Ministry of Education, but it is much more relaxed for international students and there is no harsh entrance examination. They only need to pass TOPIK4 (Korean Proficiency Test) to apply for higher education institutions, including famous universities.
5. Enrollment throughout the year and flexible enrollment.
Language courses in Korean universities enroll students four times a year, namely, spring (March or April), summer (June or July), autumn (September or 65438+ 10) and winter (12 or 65438+ 10). Undergraduate and postgraduate courses are enrolled twice a year, in spring (March) and autumn (September) respectively. Language courses, in particular, require only 1-2 courses.
6. There are many job opportunities and broad employment prospects.
South Korea's work-study program policy is very loose. With the increasing investment of Korean enterprises in China, the domestic job market needs a large number of China students who are familiar with China's national conditions, understand Korean culture and master Korean. The South Korean government is not as strict as some countries, and there are still many opportunities to work.
7. There are many kinds of visas for studying abroad, and the visa rate is high.
There are many kinds of visas for studying in Korea, such as C3, D4 and D2. South Korea has a short visa processing cycle and a high visa obtaining rate, which has remained above 95% since 2007.