FAQ
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QAfter I’ve submitted the application, payment pop-up did not show. What can I do?A1. Which browser did you use? Can you please try to change to Chrome or Internet Explorer?
2. Allowing pop-up page ->refresh ->submit (->then payment page would pop up)
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QDo I need to Submit an official transcript?AYES. We only accept an official transcript, so please check if your transcript is official.
Please understand that you can either upload an OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT OR an UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT CERTIFIED BY YOUR COORDINATOR/ADVISOR.
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QWhen should I submit the health form and insurance?AYou must submit the health form after you have paid your tuition and accepted in the program.
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QI am interested in Track 2, individual research. Can you let me know what area I can choose for doing research?AWe cannot tell students which research area you can or cannot do.
You first need to have a clear research area that you are interested in and have an interest in pursuing. Students have a responsibility for choosing the research area and professor. -
QDuring summer school, is it possible for me to stay in a flat, off-campus, with my friends?ANO, you cannot. All participants are required to stay in dormitory during our program.
The program fee includes accommodation, orientation, farewell dinner, and field trip. -
QCan I write my preferred name on my application?ANO. Name on application has to be the same as passport name.
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QI would like to be considered for a tuition exemption, but I don’t know if my home university has a partnership with KAIST. What can I do?ARegarding the tuition waiver, you should ask about it to an international office coordinator in your home university.
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QHow much is the Tuition Fee?AThe tuition fees depend on which Track you'd like to participate in and how many classes you'd like to register in.
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QHow much is the Program Fee and what does it include?ATheProgram Fee of 700,000 KRW, includes accomodation, orientation, farewell dinner, and field trip.
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QAfter my acceptance, which visa do I need to apply for?AStudents should contact the nearest Korean Embassy or Consulate Office, if you need a visa to come to Korea for the short-term stay.
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QI've been accepted to the Track 2 - Research program. What do I do now?APlease get in contact with Professor (Advisor) of the lab you've been accepted in and ask them regarding the work you're going to participate in.