South Korea

Yes, Indian students can study at SNU Korea as long as they are applying as a freshman and not as transfer students. Generally SNU does not accept credits achieved from other higher education institutes. Therefore, transfer students from Indian universities may not get through the application round, let alone the screening round. 

For S. Korean scholarships -

1. Find the available South Korean scholarships for your course and college
2. Check their application window to apply timely
3. Check whether you're eligible for the scholarship or not
4. If eligible, collect required documents such as LORs, SOPs and marksheets
5. Submit scholarship application and if required - appear for interview. 

To get into Seoul National University, Indian students need to-

• Meet eligibility criteria; which includes - academic excellence, language proficiency and standardised test scores.
• Choose an admission track from international admissions I or II.
• Prepare application materials such as transcripts, language test scores, LORs, SOPs and additional documents.
• Apply online via SNU admissions website.
• Prepare for interviews if required
• Await the admission decision

While study abroad in South Korea, is generally smooth, there are certain challenges, that are very common among Indian students in South Korea. Given below is a representation of the major challenges faced by Indian students in South Korea, and how they can overcome them:

The Seoul National University is considered the best option for international students. 

SNU ranks #1 in South Korea by both QS and Shiksha. The institute is well-recognized for its academic excellence, with a keen emphasis on STEM and research work.  

The institute offers personalised academic, career and well being support, with webinars and meet ups with industry leaders a regular feature. SNU graduates receive job offers from the likes of Hyundai, Samsung and LG, and some other top companies in South Korea and globally. 

MBA graduates in South Korea secure roles in management finance, marketing and technology sectors. Beginning salaries of graduates range from approx USD 30,000 - USD 55,000 which depends on industry and company. This shows the demand for skilled professionals who are capable of global business challenges.

South Korea is home to some of the world's most top universities. Korean universities are regularly featured among the top-ranked universities in all the major world university ranking bodies. We have given a list of the top South Korean universities for an MBA in the world. The table below includes the universities ranked as per the QS Global MBA Rankings 2025:

Moreover, there are a few more universities, including Chonnam National University, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Korea University, Ajou University, and Sejong University which also offer MBA programs.

After graduation, MBA students can apply for D-10 Job Seeker Visa, which gives 6-12 months for finding a job in South Korea. This visa also help the graduates to shift from their studies to Korean workforce. Many multinational and Korean companies actively look for MBA graduates for leadership and managerial roles, making this visa an important bridge for career development.