The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) offers a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue higher education in Korea. This program provides extensive financial support, cultural immersion, and a vibrant international community for students from all over the world.

  • 🌏 Fully Funded Opportunity: The Global Korea Scholarship offers full tuition coverage, living stipend, airfare, and accommodation.
  • 🎓 Academic Tracks: Choose from Embassy Track or University Track for application.
  • 🏫 Program Duration: Varies by level—undergraduate (4-6 years), master’s (3 years), doctoral (4 years) including a year of Korean language study.
  • 🌟 Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must meet age limits, academic performance standards, and health requirements.
  • 📝 Required Documents: Online form, personal statement, academic records, recommendation letter, and more.
  • 📅 Application Period: Opens March 30, 2025 (Embassy Track) and April 30, 2025 (University Track).
  • 🌐 Global Community: Scholars from 155 countries foster a diverse international environment in Korea.
  • 💼 Career Opportunities: Many alumni secure employment in Korea or with Korean companies post-graduation.
  • 🎉 Cultural Immersion: Experience Korea’s rich culture and history firsthand.
  • 📚 Educational Value: Scholarship covers extensive study incentives and cultural immersion opportunities.
  • ✈️ Travel Coverage: Airfare to and from Korea is fully covered for scholars.
  • 🌍 Global Impact: Promotes global understanding and cooperation through education exchange.

Designation

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral Degree Programs.

CategoryDetails
Number of Scholars2,200 international students
Application TracksEmbassy Track or University Track
Program Duration– Undergraduate: 4-6 years (1 year Korean Language + 3-5 years degree)
– Master’s: 3 years (1 year Korean Language + 2 years degree)
– Doctoral: 4 years (1 year Korean Language + 3 years degree)
LocationKorea

Research Area

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Scholarship recipients can choose from various fields, including engineering, arts, humanities, sciences, and more.

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Citizenship of NIIED designated countries.
  • Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.64/4.0 or above, or ranked in the top 20% of the class.
  • Age: Under 25 years for undergraduate programs; under 40 years for graduate programs (born after September 1, 1984).
  • Good health (mental and physical) to study in Korea for the full duration.

Job Description

N/A (This is an educational scholarship and not a job position.)

How to Apply

  1. Complete the online application form.
  2. Prepare and submit the following documents:
  • Personal Statement
  • High School Records
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Applicant Agreement
  • Personal Medical Assessment
  • Consent to Collect and Use Personal Information
  1. Submit your application via either the university track or embassy track.

Last Date to Apply

  • University Track: April 30, 2025
  • Embassy Track: March 30, 2025
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For more information and to apply, please visit the Global Korea Scholarship website.

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