Africa · NG
Nigeria Students in Korea
According to the Korean Ministry of Justice (2025년 12월 31일 기준), a total of 318 Nigeria students are studying at Korean universities.
Distribution by University (top 10)
Distribution by Visa Status
- 박사과정110students · 34.6%
- 석사과정106students · 33.3%
- 학사과정51students · 16%
- 대학부설 어학원 연수46students · 14.5%
- 외국어연수생2students · 0.6%
- 전문학사과정2students · 0.6%
- 학술연구기관 특정연구자1students · 0.3%
Distribution by Gender
Male 202 (63.5%) · Female 116 (36.5%)
Applicant interpretation
For Nigeria 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: 경북대학교 31 (9.7%), 우송대학교 24 (7.5%), 기타 21 (6.6%). Main visa statuses: 박사과정 110 (34.6%), 석사과정 106 (33.3%), 학사과정 51 (16%).
Frequently asked questions
How many Nigeria students study in Korea?
As of 2025년 12월 31일 기준, 318 students from Nigeria are studying in Korea. Source: Korea Ministry of Justice immigration student records.
Which Korean universities have many Nigeria students?
The top schools are 경북대학교 31 (9.7%), 우송대학교 24 (7.5%), 기타 21 (6.6%).
How should I read the visa-status mix?
Main visa statuses are 박사과정 110 (34.6%), 석사과정 106 (33.3%), 학사과정 51 (16%). This helps compare degree, language-training, and exchange-study demand.