Asia · CN
China Students in Korea
According to the Korean Ministry of Justice (2025년 12월 31일 기준), a total of 76,533 China students are studying at Korean universities.
Distribution by University (top 10)
Distribution by Visa Status
- 학사과정35,114students · 45.9%
- 석사과정19,864students · 26%
- 박사과정13,767students · 18%
- 대학부설 어학원 연수5,601students · 7.3%
- 교환학생1,700students · 2.2%
- 전문학사과정350students · 0.5%
- 학술연구기관 특정연구자136students · 0.2%
- (구)교환학생1students · <0.1%
Distribution by Gender
Male 31,993 (41.8%) · Female 44,540 (58.2%)
Applicant interpretation
For China applicants, the top schools and visa-status mix help distinguish whether demand is concentrated in degree study, language training, or exchange routes. Current top schools: 한양대학교 5,310 (6.9%), 기타 3,958 (5.2%), 경희대학교 3,528 (4.6%). Main visa statuses: 학사과정 35,114 (45.9%), 석사과정 19,864 (26%), 박사과정 13,767 (18%).
Frequently asked questions
How many China students study in Korea?
As of 2025년 12월 31일 기준, 76,533 students from China are studying in Korea. Source: Korea Ministry of Justice immigration student records.
Which Korean universities have many China students?
The top schools are 한양대학교 5,310 (6.9%), 기타 3,958 (5.2%), 경희대학교 3,528 (4.6%).
How should I read the visa-status mix?
Main visa statuses are 학사과정 35,114 (45.9%), 석사과정 19,864 (26%), 박사과정 13,767 (18%). This helps compare degree, language-training, and exchange-study demand.