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• Select a Degree Program and Choose an Entry Semester

Select a degree program and an entry semester to begin your studies. Note that SolBridge has an approximate ten week break between semesters.

• Complete the Application Form

Application to SolBridge may be completed on-line, or by using pre-printed paper forms. The form also may be downloaded from our web site, printed and completed. It is important that the application form be filled-in accurately and completely.

When completing your application for admission, we will look for evidence that you have sufficient financial resources to include the first academic year as well as the prospect of continued support for the duration of your degree. When you complete the Proof of Finances, it will be in your favor to be able to show a minimum balance to cover tuition and cost of living for at least one year.

• Write a Personal Essay and Complete Required Supplemental Documents

All applicants are required to write a personal essay which gives you an opportunity to tell us more about yourself, your interests, achievements and motivation for choosing SolBridge. The essay is considered an important element of the admissions criteria; students are urged to be concise but thorough in their writing. If you have work experience, you must submit a summary of your experience or provide a resume.

• Submit the Application Fee and Supplementary Documents by the Application Deadline

An application fee of $50 is required. Please submit an international money order or bank draft made payable to SolBridge, Woosong University in U.S. dollars. Those applying on-line (http://www.solbridge.ac.kr/index.php/admissions/apply-now) may make a secure credit card payment at the same time. Include your completed application form, personal essay, and required supplemental materials to:

• Have your Academic Records Sent to SolBridge

Ask each secondary school (First year applicants only), college or university you have attended to submit certified copies of the academic records for all coursework you have completed at that institution. Alternatively, they may provide the documents to you in sealed envelopes with the institution’s seal, stamp or signature placed over the envelope closure. Authenticated (notarized or certified) English translations should accompany any records that are issued in a language other than English.

Students applying for undergraduate admission should report the grades received during the first term of the current academic year, as soon as possible.

If you have already sat for or intend to sit for External Examinations (‘O’ Levels, ‘A’ Levels, IB Higher Level, HKCEE, SMU, SPM) you should submit official copies of your examination results as soon as they are available.

• Obtain Letter(s) of Recommendation

Undergraduate applicants should request their teacher, guidance counselor or other school officials to submit one Letter of Recommendation as part of the application. Graduate applicants should submit two Letters of Recommendation provided by people who can assess the student's academic or professional background (a professor or job supervisor). Referees should complete the Letter of Recommendation Form provided in the SolBridge Application and send them to the Admissions Office. Make certain your name and date of birth are clearly marked on the forms submitted.

• Have your Test Scores Sent to SolBridge

All applicants whose native language is not English must ask the testing service to submit test results (TOEFL or IELTS) directly to the Admissions Office at SolBridge (TOEFL Test Code for SolBridge is 5980). If you have not yet taken a test, you should arrange to do so in time for results to reach us before the application deadline. Photocopies may be included with your application form, but official test results from the testing agency must also be submitted. Applicants who have taken the SAT I examination, may submit an Official SAT Test Score to satisfy the English Language test Requirements. Graduate applicants must submit official test results of the GMAT or an equivalent test. Write to us about alternate tests by sending an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

• Submit the Proof of Finances Form

All international students are required to submit evidence that sufficient financial resources are available to cover at least the first year of expenses including tuition, fees, health insurance, housing and other personal expenses. Students who are applying for financial support (i.e. scholarship or student work) should only include the personal financial resources that they will be using to fund their SolBridge education. Complete the Proof of Finance Form which is included with the Application and present it to your bank for official verification. Ask a bank official to sign and stamp the form and include a dated bank statement, a copy(s) of a Certificate(s) of Deposit, or a letter from the bank indicating the amount of funds available.

If you are being sponsored by someone other than yourself or your family members make certain that your sponsor signs the Proof of Finances Form and provides a bank statement as described above. This form and accompanying documents will also be required for your visa application.

• Visa Application

Applicants who have received a Letter of Acceptance from SolBridge may apply for a visa at the nearest Embassy or Consulate of the Republic of Korea. Normal requirements are that the applicant submits a copy of their passport, 2 color photos, a Letter of Acceptance, academic records, Proof of Finances, the visa application form and a fee. Detailed instructions for a student visa are available at http://www.hikorea.go.kr/ (see details under “Immigration”).

To improve your chances for a successful visa application submit only authentic documents, legitimate proof of available finances that have an in-bank history of at least three months, have the intention to be a full-time student in Korea, and have sufficiently strong social, economic and other reasons to return to your Home country upon completion of your studies.

• Review Process and Admission Decision

When your application is received at SolBridge, you will be sent an identification number via email and posted a letter which will enable you to check your application status online. When all of your documents have been received, including the Application Form, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Proof of Finances, Official academic records and test scores, your application will be reviewed. Normally, you can expect a decision within three weeks after all documents have been received. You will receive a decision by email and by official decision letter.