Asia · IR
Iran Students in Korea
According to the Korean Ministry of Justice (2025년 12월 31일 기준), a total of 384 Iran students are studying at Korean universities.
Distribution by University (top 10)
Distribution by Visa Status
- 대학부설 어학원 연수114students · 29.7%
- 박사과정104students · 27.1%
- 학사과정89students · 23.2%
- 석사과정57students · 14.8%
- 전문학사과정15students · 3.9%
- 교환학생3students · 0.8%
- 학술연구기관 특정연구자2students · 0.5%
Distribution by Gender
Male 105 (27.3%) · Female 279 (72.7%)
Applicant interpretation
For Iran 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: 기타 57 (14.8%), 서울대학교 25 (6.5%), 경복대학교 22 (5.7%). Main visa statuses: 대학부설 어학원 연수 114 (29.7%), 박사과정 104 (27.1%), 학사과정 89 (23.2%).
Frequently asked questions
How many Iran students study in Korea?
As of 2025년 12월 31일 기준, 384 students from Iran are studying in Korea. Source: Korea Ministry of Justice immigration student records.
Which Korean universities have many Iran students?
The top schools are 기타 57 (14.8%), 서울대학교 25 (6.5%), 경복대학교 22 (5.7%).
How should I read the visa-status mix?
Main visa statuses are 대학부설 어학원 연수 114 (29.7%), 박사과정 104 (27.1%), 학사과정 89 (23.2%). This helps compare degree, language-training, and exchange-study demand.