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Nepal Students in Korea
According to the Korean Ministry of Justice (2025년 12월 31일 기준), a total of 15,592 Nepal students are studying at Korean universities.
Distribution by University (top 10)
Distribution by Visa Status
- 학사과정10,370students · 66.5%
- 전문학사과정2,501students · 16%
- 석사과정1,421students · 9.1%
- 대학부설 어학원 연수674students · 4.3%
- 박사과정430students · 2.8%
- 외국어연수생196students · 1.3%
Distribution by Gender
Male 9,205 (59%) · Female 6,387 (41%)
Applicant interpretation
For Nepal 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 6,819 (43.7%), 경성대학교 484 (3.1%), 서울기독대학교 420 (2.7%). Main visa statuses: 학사과정 10,370 (66.5%), 전문학사과정 2,501 (16%), 석사과정 1,421 (9.1%).
Frequently asked questions
How many Nepal students study in Korea?
As of 2025년 12월 31일 기준, 15,592 students from Nepal are studying in Korea. Source: Korea Ministry of Justice immigration student records.
Which Korean universities have many Nepal students?
The top schools are 기타 6,819 (43.7%), 경성대학교 484 (3.1%), 서울기독대학교 420 (2.7%).
How should I read the visa-status mix?
Main visa statuses are 학사과정 10,370 (66.5%), 전문학사과정 2,501 (16%), 석사과정 1,421 (9.1%). This helps compare degree, language-training, and exchange-study demand.