Yes. Nigerian students can apply to Korean universities as international applicants, provided they meet the academic, nationality, language and document requirements of the university and programme they are applying to.

Requirements vary between universities, so HARU helps students understand the requirements relevant to their individual study plans rather than relying on one general checklist.

For undergraduate study, Korean universities generally require international applicants to have completed secondary education equivalent to Korean high school.

However, the exact documents and authentication requirements vary by university, so we do not recommend assuming that the same WAEC/NECO documentation will work for every institution.

HARU can help you identify universities that fit your academic background and confirm the requirements for the programmes you are considering.

Not always.

English-language requirements depend on the university and programme. Some English-taught programmes require an accepted English proficiency test such as IELTS or TOEFL, while individual institutions may provide other ways of satisfying their language requirements.

For Korean-taught programmes, Korean-language proficiency is generally more relevant.

We check the requirements of the specific universities and programmes you are considering rather than assuming every applicant needs IELTS.

It depends on your programme.

TOPIK is the Test of Proficiency in Korean. Korean-taught degree programmes commonly require evidence of Korean-language proficiency, while English-taught programmes may instead have English-language requirements.

The Korean government's Study in Korea portal notes TOPIK Level 3 as a general admission standard for regular degree programmes, but there are exceptions and individual university/programme requirements vary.

Yes. Scholarship opportunities include university-specific scholarships as well as the Korean government's Global Korea Scholarship (GKS).

GKS can provide benefits including tuition, airfare, Korean-language training and allowances, subject to the rules of the applicable programme. Korean universities also offer their own scholarships, which can vary significantly in eligibility and value.

HARU can help you identify relevant opportunities and prepare stronger applications, but scholarship decisions are made by the scholarship provider or university.

No.

University admission and scholarship decisions are made solely by the relevant universities, NIIED or other scholarship providers.

HARU helps you make informed choices, understand requirements, prepare your application and present your profile effectively, but we do not guarantee admission or scholarship awards.

No. Student visas are issued by the relevant Korean authorities.

After receiving the appropriate university admission documentation, students applying to study in Korea generally proceed through the applicable student visa process.

With Complete Korea Support, HARU can guide you through visa preparation, help you understand the required documentation and review your preparation, but we cannot issue or guarantee a visa.

Ideally, start several months before your intended intake.

Korean universities set their own application periods, and deadlines can vary considerably. You may also need time to prepare academic documents, language-test results, authentication/legalisation requirements, personal statements and funding arrangements.

For example, as of September 3, 2026, applications for some Spring 2027 programmes are already underway while other universities have application periods later in September, October and beyond.

If you're unsure whether you're starting early enough, complete HARU's free Korea Study Eligibility Check and we'll recommend an appropriate next step.

Yes.

We understand that studying abroad is often a family decision, particularly when parents or guardians will be funding the student's education.

Parents are welcome to participate in a Korea Strategy Session, and our Complete Korea Support service includes a parent/family briefing as the student prepares for Korea.

Yes, but it's important to approach scholarship planning realistically.

HARU can help you understand opportunities such as GKS and relevant university scholarships, assess which options may fit your profile and support your preparation.

However, scholarships are competitive and HARU cannot guarantee full funding. If studying in Korea is only possible for you with a fully funded scholarship, tell us this during your Eligibility Check so we can recommend an appropriate route.