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Spring 2027 Exchange Student Guide begins

Spring 2027 Exchange Student Guide for Hanyang University ERICA

Read this first This guide is for the Spring 2027 intake. All dates and times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST, GMT+9). Submit the October application documents first; do not submit the documents for Certificate of Admission (CoA) issuance with your October application.
00 · IMPORTANT DATES

Spring 2027 Application & Semester Schedule

All dates are based on Korea Standard Time (KST). Fall 2027 dates are tentative.

Important dates for Spring and Fall 2027
ScheduleSpring 2027Fall 2027 (Tentative)
Online Nomination Start Date
by Home University Coordinator
October 1, 2026April 1, 2027
Online Nomination Deadline
by Home University Coordinator
October 15, 2026April 15, 2027
Online Application Deadline
by Students
October 31, 2026April 30, 2027
Certificate of Admission (CoA) IssuanceFrom late December 2026From late July 2027
Semester DatesMarch 2–June 22, 2027September 1–December 21, 2027
On-campus DormitoryCheck-in: 1 week before the semester
Check-out: based on selected stay length
Check-in: 1 week before the semester
Check-out: based on selected stay length
OrientationWithin 3 days after dormitory check-inWithin 3 days after dormitory check-in
Exam PeriodsMidterms: usually weeks 7–8
Finals: usually the last week
Exam dates vary by course.
Midterms: usually weeks 7–8
Finals: usually the last week
Exam dates vary by course.
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01 · CONTACTS & MAILING ADDRESS

Contacts & Mailing Address

Contact the coordinator responsible for your program or home-university region.

Inbound Program Coordinators

Inbound exchange and visiting student program coordinators
Program / RegionCoordinatorPositionEmailTel.
Inbound
European countries
Mr. Secheol OhAssociate Managerericaincoming@hanyang.ac.kr+82 31 400 0792
Inbound
Non-European countries
Ms. Miso Kang

Outbound Program Coordinator

Outbound exchange student program coordinator
ProgramCoordinatorPositionEmailTel.
OutboundMs. Hyunae KimAssociate Managerericaoutgoing@hanyang.ac.kr+82 31 400 4915

Official Websites

Mailing Address

Office of International Affairs, Hanyang University ERICA
Student Welfare Building 3F, 55 Hanyangdaehak-ro, Sangnok-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do 15588, Republic of Korea
Fax+82 31 400 5090
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02 · IMPORTANT NOTICES

Important Notices

MOST IMPORTANT

Read both notices before applying for your visa or planning overseas travel.

Visa Application — Obtain a D-2-6 Student Visa BEFORE Entering Korea
STEP 1
Receive Your Acceptance Package

ERICA will provide the documents required for your visa application, including your Certificate of Admission (CoA).

STEP 2
Apply in Your Country of Residence

Apply to the responsible Korean Embassy or Consulate. Requirements and procedures vary by country, so follow the instructions for your location.

STEP 3
Obtain Your Visa BEFORE Departure

You MUST receive your D-2-6 student visa BEFORE entering Korea.

Visa Details

ENTRY TYPE
Single entry

Your single-entry permission is used when you enter Korea.

DEADLINE TO ENTER KOREA
90 days from visa issuance

Enter before the expiry date shown on your visa. This is not your length of stay.

Do not enter Korea on a tourist visa or under visa-free tourist conditions.ERICA does not accept a change to student status after tourist entry.
Residence Card & Overseas Travel
Do NOT leave Korea BEFORE you receive your Residence Card.Apply for Foreign Resident Registration within 90 days of entering Korea.Plan overseas travel only after receiving your Residence Card (RC).

Why Is Leaving Korea BEFORE Receiving Your RC a Problem?

1 · On Entry to Korea

Your single-entry D-2-6 visa is used when you enter Korea. The one-time entry permission has been used.

2 · If You Leave Before Receiving Your RC

Your single-entry D-2-6 visa will be automatically INVALIDATED. The student will then need to obtain a new Certificate of Admission (CoA) and a new visa, which can be time-consuming.

3 · If the Semester Has Started

ERICA cannot issue a new CoA. Without a new CoA, you cannot obtain a new student visa for this exchange.

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03 · QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

You must meet all three requirements below. Your home-university coordinator confirms your cumulative GPA in the nomination form.

REQUIREMENT 1
Official Nomination

Your home university must nominate you through Hanyang’s online system. Email nominations are not accepted.

REQUIREMENT 2
At Least 1 Semester

You must have completed at least one semester at your home university when you are nominated.

REQUIREMENT 3
Cumulative GPA: 60%

You must meet the minimum requirement for your home grading scale.

Cumulative GPA Conversion Table
Minimum cumulative GPA by grading scale
LowestHighestMinimum Requirement
04.52.7
04.02.4
010060
02012
0106
512.6
613
How to read the tableFor scales starting at 0, meet or exceed the score shown. When 1 is the best grade, your GPA must be at or below the score shown.
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04 · LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Language Requirements

Meet either the English or Korean minimum requirement and submit the Language Proficiency Form using the case that applies to you.

ENGLISH
CEFR B2

Submit an accepted official test score, home-university certification, or an applicable exemption.

KOREAN
TOPIK Level 3

TOPIK Level 3 satisfies the Korean-language minimum requirement.

Accepted English Test Scores

Accepted English tests and minimum scores
TestMin. Score
IELTS5.5
TOEIC785
TOEFL iBT (0–120 scale)72
TOEFL iBT (1–6 scale)4
TOEFL ITP543
Cambridge English170

Language Proficiency Form

2027 Spring Language Proficiency FormUse this form for the applicable case below.
Download Form ↓
Language Proficiency Form submission cases
CaseWhat to Submit
1Official test scoreForm + official score report meeting the minimum score. Upload both together as one file.
2Home-university certificationYour home-university official must certify your proficiency and sign the form.
3ExemptionSelect the applicable exemption and upload the completed form.
ExemptionsKorean citizens, or students at universities in the United States, Canada (except Quebec), the United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland or New Zealand.
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05 · REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Required Documents

Use the summary table first, then review the Application Document Guide for detailed file requirements.

Do not submit documents for CoA issuance with your October application.The table shows every required document, its submission method and its submission period.
Required documents, submission method and deadline
StageRequired DocumentOnline UploadPostal OriginalSubmission Period
Application
Stage
Color ID photo✓ Yes— NoBy October 31, 2026
Copy of passport✓ Yes— No
Official academic transcript✓ Yes— No
Language Proficiency Form✓ Yes— No
Health insurance certificate*✓ Yes*— NoAfter receiving your CoA
CoA Issuance
Stage
Financial proof✓ Yes✓ YesDecember 21, 2026–January 29, 2027
Financial Affidavit Form✓ Yes✓ Yes
Home University Certificate of Enrollment✓ Yes✓ Yes

* Private insurance is optional. If purchased, upload the certificate after receiving your CoA.

Application Document Guide

All documents must be uploaded in English or with an official English translation.

Application document requirements
DocumentRequirements
Color ID Photo
  • Front-facing color photo showing the face only
  • JPEG format
  • 20 KB or less
Copy of PassportYour passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after your program ends.
Official Academic Transcript
  • Include all completed semesters.
  • The document must show the official university logo and stamp.
Language Proficiency Form
  • Case 1: Form + score report merged into one file
  • Case 2: Form certified and signed by your home university
  • Case 3: Form with the applicable exemption selected
Health Insurance Certificate
  • If purchased, upload after receiving your CoA.
  • Coverage must include international travel and medical expenses in Korea.
  • The certificate must show your name, coverage dates and insured amount.
  • Private health insurance is optional.
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06 · HEALTH INSURANCE DETAILS

Health Insurance Details

Private health insurance is optional.OIA recommends coverage from arrival until National Health Insurance begins.
If you purchase private insuranceUpload your insurance certificate after receiving your CoA.

After Foreign Resident Registration

Health insurance choices after Foreign Resident Registration
Your ChoiceWhat to Do
Case 1 · Keep NHI CoverageOnce NHI coverage begins, you may keep or cancel your private insurance.
Case 2 · Apply for an NHI ExemptionIf eligible, apply to the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS). NHIS approval is required.
Insurance responsibilityYou are responsible for any costs or problems caused by NOT having insurance.

NHIS Centers

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07 · CoA DOCUMENTS & POSTAL SUBMISSION

CoA Documents & Postal Submission

Upload complete scans and mail all required original documents during the designated submission period.

SUBMIT FROM
December 21, 2026

Financial proof and the enrollment certificate must be issued on this date or later.

ORIGINALS MUST ARRIVE BY
January 29, 2027

The deadline is the arrival date at OIA, not the mailing date.

SUBMISSION METHOD
Online Upload AND Postal Originals

Both submission methods are required.

Financial Proof for CoA Issuance
CoA Document Submission PeriodDecember 21, 2026–January 29, 2027Submit the required CoA documents only during this period.
  • Financial proof must be issued on or after December 21, 2026.
  • Submit documents in English or with a notarized English translation.
  • Bank statements must show the account holder, available balance and issue date.
  • Minimum funds: USD 6,000 for one semester / USD 11,400 for a full academic year.
Financial proof requirements by funding case
CaseRequired Documents
Case 1 · Your own accountOfficial bank statement in your name.
Case 2 · Parent’s accountParent’s official bank statement + either a birth certificate or family relationship certificate.
Case 3 · Scholarship onlyScholarship certificate covering at least the minimum funds.
Case 4 · Scholarship + bankScholarship certificate + official bank statement covering the shortfall. For a parent’s account, also include proof of your relationship.
Financial Affidavit FormComplete and sign the form in every case. Parent sponsors must also sign.
Download Financial Affidavit Form ↓
Financial Proof: Chinese Nationals Only

If you submit a bank statement, the following requirements apply.

Bank account requirements for Chinese nationals
Bank Account TypeAcceptance
Fixed-term deposit account (定期)ACCEPTED
Current account (活期)NOT ACCEPTED
  • The fixed-term deposit must remain valid through at least March 2, 2027.
  • Bank statements must be issued on or after December 21, 2026.
  • Minimum funds: USD 6,000 for one semester / USD 11,400 for a full academic year.
Home University Enrollment Certificate
CoA Document Submission PeriodDecember 21, 2026–January 29, 2027Submit the required CoA documents only during this period.
  • The certificate must be issued on or after December 21, 2026.
  • Submit the document in English or with a notarized English translation.
  • If applicable, submit the original-language document together with its notarized translation.
Authentication requirements for enrollment certificates
Case (Your Nationality)Authentication Required
OECD-country nationalApostille not required.
Non-OECD national (except China)Apostille or Korean Embassy authentication.
Chinese nationalCHSI verification. Previously issued reports are accepted if valid when submitted. Submission deadline: January 29, 2027.
OECD Member Countries (38)Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye, United Kingdom and United States.
Mailing Original Documents

Mail all three document types below, including any required supporting documents:

  1. Financial Proof + supporting documents for your case, if required
  2. Financial Affidavit Form
  3. Home University Certificate of Enrollment
Both methods are requiredUpload scans of the complete document set AND mail the original documents.
Mailing Address
Office of International Affairs, Hanyang University ERICA
Student Welfare Building 3F, 55 Hanyangdaehak-ro, Sangnok-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do 15588, Republic of Korea

Allow sufficient time for international delivery. The deadline is the arrival date at OIA.

Submission Requirements & CoA Issuance
CoA document submission requirements
RequirementStandard
Document issue dateFinancial proof: December 21, 2026 or later
Enrollment certificate: December 21, 2026 or later
Submission periodDecember 21, 2026–January 29, 2027
Original documents must reach OIA within this period.
Minimum fundsUSD 6,000 for one semester
USD 11,400 for a full academic year
Corrections requiredCorrect and resubmit documents that do not meet the requirements.
CoA issuanceCoA can be issued only after OIA receives and verifies all required original documents.
Expedited issuanceRequests to expedite CoA issuance will be declined.
Automatic cancellationYour application will be automatically cancelled if the required original documents do not reach OIA by January 29, 2027.
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08 · ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Academic Information

Review the study-load rules first, then open each topic for detailed academic information.

Credits and Study Load at a Glance

Use these credit and course-load rules when planning your semester at Hanyang University ERICA.

1 HYU CREDIT
15 contact hours
ECTS CONVERSION
Usually 1 HYU credit = 2 ECTS
The final conversion is determined by the home university.
TYPICAL STUDY LOAD
15–18 credits per semester
Maximum: 20 credits, including Korean courses.
MINIMUM REGULAR COURSES
At least 2 regular courses
Students taking Intensive Korean: at least 1 regular course.
Regular courses are required.You cannot take only Korean language courses. Regular courses are required in addition to any Korean language course you take.
English-Taught Courses
COURSES PER YEAR
Approximately 500–600

Offered across various departments.

APPROXIMATE COURSE MIX
70% major / 30% elective

Availability varies by department and semester.

  • The final course list will be released about 1 month before the semester begins.
  • You may generally take courses from different departments.
  • Availability is not guaranteed. Use previous course lists as references only; offerings may change each year.

Available Colleges & Departments

Check the Spring 2027 list BEFORE selecting your Field of Study.Selecting a department unavailable to exchange students may result in rejection of your application.
REFERENCE ONLY · SPRING 2026Previous English-Taught Course List

Use this list for reference only. Spring 2027 course offerings may differ. The final Spring 2027 course list will be released about one month before the semester begins.

Download Spring 2026 English-Taught Course List ↓
Graduate Students at ERICA
All exchange and visiting students register as fourth-year undergraduates.This applies regardless of your study level at your home university.
APPLICATION SELECTION
Undergraduate / Year 4

Do NOT select Graduate in the online application.

COURSE OPTIONS
Mainly Undergraduate

Only limited graduate courses in Science & Engineering are available, with professor permission.

TRANSCRIPT DISPLAY
Shown as Undergraduate

Graduate courses appear as undergraduate courses. Your graduate level is not indicated.

Plan mainly for fourth-year undergraduate courses. Graduate courses in all other fields are unavailable.
Course Registration
First come, first servedPreferred courses are NOT guaranteed.
  1. Check the schedule. Specific registration dates will be sent to students by email and posted in the Academic Calendar.
  2. Prepare alternative courses. Some courses are highly competitive, so stay flexible.
  3. Register during your assigned period. Register online before arrival during the period assigned to exchange students.

Courses essential for graduation: We strongly recommend completing these courses at your home university.

Evaluation & Grades
Hanyang University ERICA grading scale
Letter GradeScoreGrade Point
A+95–1004.5
A090–944.0
B+85–893.5
B080–843.0
C+75–792.5
C070–742.0
D+65–691.5
D060–641.0
F0–590.0
  • Evaluation methods vary by professor. Attendance is essential to grading.
  • No re-sit examinations are offered. Final grades cannot be changed through a re-sit.
  • Only one Pass/Fail course per semester is permitted. Most courses use the letter grading system.
Transcript

E-transcripts are the standard format. In accordance with ERICA’s internal policy, transcripts are issued electronically.

SPRING 2027 DELIVERY
By the end of July 2027

The e-transcript is sent after the semester.

RECIPIENTS
Student & Home-University Coordinator

Both receive the electronic transcript.

Hard copies are available on request only.Email ericaincoming@hanyang.ac.kr. The home university pays the postal service fee for a hard-copy transcript.
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09 · KOREAN LANGUAGE COURSES

Korean Language Courses

ERICA’s Institute of International Education (IIE) offers both courses. Survival Korean is for exchange and visiting students; Intensive Korean is open to all.

Comparison of Survival Korean and Intensive Korean
ItemSurvival KoreanIntensive Korean
Credits3 credits13 credits
TuitionFree; covered by OIAKRW 1,350,000 per 10-week session
ScheduleMonday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday
18:00–21:00
Monday–Friday
09:00–13:00 or 14:00–18:00
Assigned by level
Required Regular CoursesAt least 2At least 1
One-semester ExchangeUp to 1 sessionUp to 1 session
Two-semester ExchangeUp to 2 sessions in totalUp to 3 sessions in total, including vacation
Korean courses are optional.You cannot take only Korean language courses. Regular courses are required in addition to any Korean language course.
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10 · CAMPUS LIFE

Campus Life

Review housing, Hanmille Mentoring and estimated monthly living costs.

Housing
For on-campus housing, you must apply separately AND pay the dormitory fee.The YES checkbox in your exchange application only indicates interest. It does NOT complete your dormitory application.
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING
Complete the Separate Application
  1. Check the housing application email in early January 2027.
  2. Submit the formal housing application during the announced period.
  3. Pay the housing fee by the announced deadline.
OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING
Select NO for Housing

Arrange your own housing. OIA does not provide off-campus housing assistance or recommendations.

Dormitory placement is not guaranteed.No late applications or payments will be accepted. There is no additional application round. Bedding-purchase information will follow.
Hanmille Mentoring Program

Hanmille connects newly arriving exchange and visiting students with current Hanyang University ERICA students for support with campus life and living in Korea.

MENTOR
Current ERICA Student

A current Hanyang University ERICA student.

MENTEE
New Exchange or Visiting Student

A newly arriving exchange or visiting student.

Selecting YES for Hanmille does NOT complete your program application.YES indicates interest only. You must complete the separate official application.
  1. Check the Hanmille application email. Before the semester begins, check your email for the official application instructions.
  2. Submit the official application. Agree to fulfill the program responsibilities and participate actively throughout the semester.
  3. Receive your matching result. If successfully matched, you will receive an email from your assigned mentor approximately one week before the semester begins.
Estimated Monthly Living Costs
Example monthly budgetApproximately KRW 1,000,000–1,200,000, depending on housing and personal spending.
Estimated monthly living costs
ExpenseDormitory HousingOff-campus Housing
HousingKRW 300,000KRW 500,000 or more
FoodKRW 400,000KRW 400,000
Personal ExpensesKRW 300,000KRW 300,000
Subtotal of Listed ItemsKRW 1,000,000KRW 1,200,000 or more

Actual costs may exceed this range, especially with off-campus housing.

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