Asia · JP
Japan Students in Korea
According to the Korean Ministry of Justice (2025년 12월 31일 기준), a total of 3,872 Japan students are studying at Korean universities.
Distribution by University (top 10)
Distribution by Visa Status
- 학사과정1,682students · 43.4%
- 대학부설 어학원 연수1,208students · 31.2%
- 교환학생576students · 14.9%
- 석사과정245students · 6.3%
- 전문학사과정121students · 3.1%
- 박사과정32students · 0.8%
- 학술연구기관 특정연구자8students · 0.2%
Distribution by Gender
Male 505 (13%) · Female 3,367 (87%)
Applicant interpretation
For Japan 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 704 (18.2%), 연세대학교 303 (7.8%), 한양대학교 210 (5.4%). Main visa statuses: 학사과정 1,682 (43.4%), 대학부설 어학원 연수 1,208 (31.2%), 교환학생 576 (14.9%).
Frequently asked questions
How many Japan students study in Korea?
As of 2025년 12월 31일 기준, 3,872 students from Japan are studying in Korea. Source: Korea Ministry of Justice immigration student records.
Which Korean universities have many Japan students?
The top schools are 기타 704 (18.2%), 연세대학교 303 (7.8%), 한양대학교 210 (5.4%).
How should I read the visa-status mix?
Main visa statuses are 학사과정 1,682 (43.4%), 대학부설 어학원 연수 1,208 (31.2%), 교환학생 576 (14.9%). This helps compare degree, language-training, and exchange-study demand.