Can a paid deposit at a Korean university be withdrawn while waiting on a second admission decision?
Yes, you can withdraw your paid deposit at a Korean university while waiting on a second decision, and you get a full refund of your tuition deposit as long as you request it before the semester starts, though your original application fee stays completely non refundable in every case.
You can withdraw your tuition deposit at your Korean university while you wait on a second admission decision, and you should get a full refund as long as classes have not started yet. Your original application fee, usually around 100,000 to 150,000 KRW, will not come back regardless of timing.
Key Financial and Timing Rules
| Item | Rule |
|---|---|
| Application fee | Non refundable under any circumstance |
| Tuition deposit | Fully refundable if withdrawn before the semester starts |
| Dual enrollment | Strictly prohibited, you must cancel one school before joining another |
| Refund processing time | Roughly two to five weeks to clear into your account |
Steps to Withdraw Safely
- Submit a formal intent to withdraw form through the university's international admissions portal
- Upload your bank passbook details so the university can wire your refund
- Expect international remittance and currency exchange fees to be deducted if you use an overseas account
- Notify Korean immigration matters if you already hold a Certificate of Admission or a visa tied to the first school
My Advice
Submit your formal withdrawal form the moment you accept your second offer, do not wait, since your first university's Certificate of Admission gets invalidated automatically once you withdraw, and you need the second school's fresh certificate ready before your visa timeline gets tight.
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