CIKE — Study Abroad Process

CIKE Study Abroad Process

From Preparation to Arrival and Career — CIKE supports every step.

1. Recruitment | Student Consultation & Evaluation
Through CIKE Global Centers worldwide, we conduct detailed counseling for students and parents, evaluating:
  • Academic level & major suitability
  • Financial capacity & study feasibility
  • Cultural adaptability (Korea/Japan)
  • Long-term goals (job, immigration, multi-country options)
→ We recommend the best-fit country, school, and major for each student.
2. Preparation | Pre-Departure Program (3–6 Months)
CIKE provides a structured preparation system to ensure a safe and successful start:
  • Basic Korean/Japanese language training
  • Cultural understanding & lifestyle orientation
  • Immigration and visa regulations
  • Complete pre-departure checklist
  • Study habits, time management, life-skills coaching
  • Tuition, dorm, and estimated cost guidance
→ A structured “Pre-Study Program” to minimize risk and failure.
3. Admission | School Application & Enrollment
With official MOUs in Korea and Japan, CIKE manages the entire admission process:
  • School recommendation & application strategy
  • Documentation preparation & translation
  • Coordination with institutions / COA & acceptance letters
  • Scholarship information
  • Tuition and dormitory guidance & registration support
→ Ensuring students enter the most suitable institution with stability.
4. Visa Processing | Complete Visa Support
CIKE handles all steps of the often complex visa procedures:
  • Visa application preparation
  • Financial documents & guarantor paperwork
  • Embassy submission & interview guidance
  • Real-time visa status monitoring
  • E-9 / E-7-4 → D-2 / D-4 transition consulting (if applicable)
→ High-accuracy, high-success visa processing.
5. Arrival Support | Airport & Settlement Assistance
From the moment students arrive in Korea or Japan, CIKE is there to support them:
  • Airport pickup
  • Dormitory/room check-in assistance
  • Bank account setup
  • SIM card / mobile activation
  • Residency registration
  • Transit card & essential items purchase
  • City orientation & safety briefing
→ A smooth and stress-free first week for every student.
6. Student Life Support | Ongoing Management
CIKE provides continuous support so students can focus on their studies:
  • Attendance and academic monitoring
  • School transfer & academic pathway guidance
  • Part-time job information & work regulations
  • Assistance with personal or legal issues
  • Mentoring programs (senior–junior support)
→ Not just an agency — a long-term companion for student life.
7. Career & Future Planning | Employment & Post-Graduation Support
CIKE guides students beyond graduation toward their future goals:
  • Major-based career counseling
  • Internship matching
  • Partner company job referrals
  • Work visa & long-term stay consulting
  • Third-country opportunities (future pathways)
  • Immigration feasibility guidance
→ A long-term platform connecting Study → Career → Residency → Future Planning.