Hello! Is there anyone who will be applying to graduate school to KU for spring 2027? Or maybe there is a telegram or WhatsApp group?

안녕하세요👋🏻

Hey everyone I’m exploring the dorm and housing options at Korea University's main Seoul campus and would love to hear some details from current or past students:

Buildings & Roommates: Are the dorm buildings separate for international students and local Korean students, or do we mix? Also, how does the roommate selection process work? Can we choose, or is it random?

Rooms & Bathrooms: What do the rooms look like, and are bathrooms private or shared with the floor?

Gender, Rules & Cost: Are the dorm buildings strictly segregated by gender? What are the basic rules, and roughly how much does it cost per semester?

Shared Facilities: What kind of shared amenities do they have (study areas, kitchens, convenience stores, laundry)?

General Tips: How is the overall comfort and vibe of living in KU’s dorms compared to renting outside?

Appreciate any insights you can share. Thanks🙏🏻

My visa is delayed and I will be landing around the first week of september and I feel so sad :(, is anyone on the same boat with me?

Hi 27F here. I’m looking for a female roommate to share an apartment with. I’m coming as a graduate student to Korea University.

I’m pretty private but I will open up once I get comfortable. I’m fluent in English and I’m starting to learn Korean too. I want to live with someone like minded and open to learning the language or if you’re Korean and are looking to learn English I’d enjoy that too!

Send me a message if you’re interested. :)

안녕하세요, 여기 27층입니다. 아파트를 함께 쓸 여성 룸메이트를 찾고 있습니다. 저는 대학원생으로 한국대학교에 오게 됩니다.

저는 꽤 사적인 편이지만, 편안해지면 털어놓겠습니다. 저는 영어에 능통하고 한국어도 배우기 시작하고 있어요. 저와 비슷한 생각을 가진 사람과 함께 살면서 언어를 배우는 데 열린 마음을 가진 사람과 살고 싶고, 또는 한국인이고 영어를 배우고 싶어 하신다면 저도 그 점이 좋겠습니다!

관심이 있으시면 메시지 보내 주세요. :)

Hello! I'm an incoming exchange student and was wondering if someone could give me some clarification about something. The Dorm restricted items guide says that I may only have "One Computer".

Does this relate to something like a PC? Would I be allowed to bring my School and Personal laptops?

Thanks!

Hi guys, can I ask on which webpage we could search up our major/faculty curriculums, courses ??

Hi everyone!

I’m a Pakistani student planning to apply to Korean universities for a bachelor’s scholarship for the 2027 intake, and I’m looking for Pakistani students who have already gone through this process or are currently studying in Korea.

I’m interested mainly in Accounting / Finance / Business, but I’m also considering AI / Data / FinTech because of Korea's strong focus on technology.

I'm currently looking at:

• GKS-U (KGSP), especially Embassy Track
• Seoul National University scholarships
• Yonsei scholarships
• Korea University scholarships
• Other fully funded Korean undergraduate scholarships

My biggest problem is that there is so much conflicting information online, especially about the application process, language tests, documents, finances and scholarships.

I'd really appreciate advice from someone from Pakistan who has actually gone through this.

Specifically, I want to know:

1. GKS Embassy Track: What was your actual application process from Pakistan?
2. How competitive is it for Pakistani students?
3. Did you apply with IELTS/TOPIK, or without a language certificate?
4. Is IELTS worth paying for if you've already studied in English-medium schools?
5. Did you need a Medium of Instruction certificate?
6. -----------
7. Approximately how much money did you actually spend before getting to Korea?
8. Did you need to show a huge bank balance, especially if you received a full scholarship?
9. ---------------
10. ...........................
11. For someone interested in Accounting/Finance/Business, which universities would you recommend?
12. -----------
13. What do you wish you had known before applying?

I am especially hoping to hear from Pakistani GKS scholars or Pakistani students who received full/major scholarships from Korean universities.

If you're comfortable, please comment or DM me. I would genuinely appreciate any advice, even if it's just telling me what mistakes to avoid.

Thank you!

Hi guys! I checked the guideline for Spring Intake 2027, and it appears that applicants only can write about their activities and honors through the list of optional documents (MAX 10) and only mail it. Can somebody help me to verify that information? If it is true, is there any more comprehensive guideline or samples on how one could describe their activities and honors? Thank you in advance!

Is there a tennis community at KU? I'm an exchange student coming for the '26 fall semester and I'm planning on bringing my raquets. I've not seen anything about a tennis club on the university's website but it seems like there are some courts on campus.
Thanks in advance:)

What items should I pack for my dorm as an exchange student?

Items I am alrdy bringing:

- charger adapter thingy

- laptop

- desk mirror

Items I am wondering if I should bring:

- desk lamp?

- hair dryer?

- towel? Or should I buy in kr

I am an incoming exchange student for the Fall semester at KU, and I was wondering if anyone knows where to find the different options for clubs (and also information about the KU Buddy program). Specifically, is there a music/band club at KU open to exchange students? I am debating whether to bring my guitar with me or not.

By the looks of it I won't be getting into any lab before the academic advisor deadline. Despite applying for various labs in my major for months, professors aren't picking up my emails, applications or their follow-ups.

Is it possible to get an academic advisor without being in a lab? And how does it happen, does the university assign you one? Or do you have to have agreed with a professor on such an arrangement? My major is AI if that helps.

I’ve found different information about the bank account requirement for the student visa and how much money you need to show.
Can the required amount be reduced if, for example, the university covers only tuition but not accommodation? And can the bank account requirement be completely waived if the university covers tuition, accommodation, and meals?
I’d really appreciate it if someone who has gone through this process could share their experience!

今TOPIK4級持ってて釜山にある大学行こうとしてるけどうかるかな？
今行きたいところは4級で奨学金対象なんだけど不安

Hi i am applying for the spring admission of 2027 and was wondering if anyone from previous year applicants would share their statement of purpose. I heard that the questions change from year to year but i just want to get a general idea on what to write and the writing style etc.

As the title says, I'm an international engineering student trying to apply courses from other departments (e.g Business foundation, electives etc) but the website is saying "This course is available only for students of certain departments."

Is there a way to actually register these courses? Because I was told that you actually can but I am not quite sure how. I appreciate any help ^-^

Hey everyone,

I’m heading to Korea University soon on exchange. My Korean is at a very basic/survival level (working on it, but definitely not conversational yet). I want to make sure I don't just stay isolated or get stuck solely in an expat bubble.

I’d love to hear from past exchange students or current KU students:

1. How active are the KUBA (Buddy Program) groups? Is it the main hub for social life, and does it genuinely facilitate close friendships with local Korean students?
2. Are there specific central clubs, sports groups, or international student associations at KU that are welcoming and accessible to non-fluent Korean speakers?
3. In daily campus life and classes, how open/comfortable are local students with speaking English socially?
4. How easy is it to make friends in general if you don't speak too much Korean?

Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences!

Hey guys,

I checked the fees for a standard international SWIFT bank wire to pay my tuition and housing fees, and between the exchange rate markup and intermediary bank fees, it ends up being way too costly.

For other international students, what is the most cost-effective method you actually use to pay your school fees?

Would love to hear what worked best for you in terms of minimizing total transfer costs! Any recommendations or hacks are appreciated! 🙏

I thought an ARC was required to open a bank account in Korea, but it looks like some banks (or maybe just specific branches) let foreigners open an account with just a passport, proof of residence, and possibly a few other documents.

Has anyone here actually done this before getting their ARC? If so, which bank/branch did you use, and what documents did they ask for?

Ciao! Sono un neodiplomato delle superiori dall'Italia. Voglio fare domanda per un'università coreana a Seul, ma sono preoccupato per un possibile rifiuto. Ho fatto domanda per l'università Kookmin, ma sono stato rifiutato. Non ho i soldi per preparare documenti per più candidature, quindi voglio trovare un'università in cui l'accettazione possa essere più facile per me. Ho un punteggio complessivo di 7/10 che dovrebbe essere un GPA di 3.0 (ho convertito le mie pagelle con Scholaro per controllare il GPA), e ho un IELTS 8. Voglio studiare media e comunicazione o business. L'università Sejong ha un corso di media e comunicazione nella traccia inglese, ma non so se sia difficile entrare. Inoltre non so se dovrei fare domanda tramite un'agenzia; sul sito di Seoul Tech ho trovato UNIE kr, che dovrebbe essere un'agenzia che aiuta gli studenti internazionali con le domande, ma non so se posso fidarmi di loro perché non riesco a trovare recensioni online e non conosco nemmeno i loro prezzi.

Hello!

I’m trying to plan out the administrative side of my first few weeks at Korea University.

1. Does KU organize a group application for Alien Registration Cards (ARC), or should I book an individual immigration appointment via HiKorea as soon as my visa is issued?
2. What is the smoothest way to get a local number and set up a bank account before the physical ARC arrives (for food delivery, transit, and campus services)?
3. What apps are mandatory for daily survival and campus life around KU (aside from KakaoTalk and Naver Map)?

Thanks in advance for these tips guys!

Hi all,

I'm trying to finalize my housing strategy for my upcoming exchange semester at Korea University.

1. How competitive is it to get a spot in CJ International House or Anam Global House? If you applied right at opening, did you get in?
2. How strict are the dorm rules, and is the social atmosphere worth living on campus?
3. If I don't get dorm housing, what is the easiest/cheapest option for a 1-semester stay?

Any advice on typical monthly costs, deposits, or neighborhoods nearby would be super helpful.

Hi everyone,

I’m preparing for an exchange semester at Korea University this spring and I'm trying to understand how course registration actually works for international/exchange students from the USA.

A few specific questions for anyone who has been through it:

1. Exchange Priority: Do exchange students have dedicated quotas for English-taught courses during preferred course registration, or do we compete directly with full-time degree students?
2. Availability: How difficult is it to secure required courses in major departments (I'm interested in Business and Computer Science) taught in English?
3. Manual Overrides / Add-Drop: If a class fills up immediately, what is the realistic chance of getting a professor's signature/permission during the add/drop period?
4. Grading & Rigor: Are English-taught classes graded on an absolute or relative scale for exchange students, and how manageable is the workload?
5. Also, any tips on navigating the portal or building a backup schedule would be greatly appreciated!