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Preparing for a new school year often comes with unexpected expenses—uniforms, bags, shoes, stationery, glasses, and more.

To reduce this burden, the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education provides a School Entry Support Fund for first-grade students entering elementary, middle, and high schools.

✔ KRW 200,000 per elementary student
✔ KRW 300,000 per middle/high school student
✔ Provided as Zeropay mobile points or school-managed uniform purchases

Since eligibility, application periods, and websites differ by school level, this guide explains everything step by step so parents can apply without confusion.

The Seoul School Entry Support Fund is an annual program provided by the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education to reduce the financial burden on families when children start a new school year.

It is not cash assistance. The fund is designed exclusively for purchasing school-related items such as uniforms, bags, shoes, books, and stationery.

Eligible students must apply within the designated period. Missing the application window means the benefit cannot be received, even if the student qualifies.

The program applies to students entering first grade at schools located within Seoul, regardless of whether the school is public or private.

• Elementary, middle, and high schools in Seoul
• Special schools and technical high schools included
• First-grade entrants and first-grade transfer students

Eligibility is based on the school location, not the student’s home address.

The support amount differs by school level. Elementary students receive KRW 200,000, while middle and high school students receive KRW 300,000 per student.

The fund is not paid in cash and must be used through designated methods, which are explained in the next section.

The fund is provided either as Zeropay mobile points or through school-managed uniform purchases, depending on the school.

Parents should check their school’s guidance in advance, especially for middle and high schools.

The fund can be used only for school-related items such as clothes, bags, shoes, books, stationery, glasses, and learning devices.

Cash withdrawal or transfer is not allowed, and usage depends on Zeropay merchant eligibility.

Applications are accepted only during designated periods. Missing the deadline means the support cannot be received.

Application periods differ by school level, so parents should check the schedule carefully.

Parents must apply directly through different websites depending on whether the student is in elementary or middle/high school.

Make sure to apply within the designated period and double-check student information.

Before submitting your application, double-check eligibility, correct website access, application period, and student information to avoid delays or rejection.

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지원 대상에 해당하더라도 신청 기간 내에 접수하지 않으면 입학준비금을 받을 수 없습니다.

현금 지급은 되지 않습니다.
제로페이 모바일 포인트 또는 학교 교복 주관구매 방식으로만 지원됩니다.

학습 목적이 명확한 경우 사용 가능합니다.
다만 제로페이 가맹점 여부에 따라 실제 결제 가능 여부가 달라질 수 있으므로, 결제 전 가맹점 확인이 필요합니다.

가능합니다.
입학준비금은 거주지가 아니라 학교 소재지 기준으로 판단합니다.
서울시 관내 학교에 입학한다면 주소지가 서울이 아니어도 대상이 됩니다.

아닙니다.
2차 신청 기간이 별도로 운영되며, 해당 기간 내에 신청하시면 됩니다.

Parents often ask whether the fund is automatic, paid in cash, or usable for electronic devices. Applications are mandatory, non-cash, and limited to approved purposes.

For uniform-related questions, contact your assigned school. For general inquiries, check the official Seoul Education channels and the district call center information.

The Seoul School Entry Support Fund helps parents reduce the cost of preparing for a new school year. Eligible families must apply within the designated period to receive the benefit.