Summary
The Korean Government invites applications for the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2026, a fully funded scholarship providing international students the opportunity to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees from prestigious Korean universities. This program promotes international exchanges in education and strengthens friendship between countries.
- 🎓 Fully Funded Opportunity: Korean Government GKS Scholarship 2026 supports international students pursuing Master’s, PhD, or Research programs in South Korea
- 🌍 Global Eligibility: Open to students from 145 countries, with 1,278 scholarships available for the 2026–2027 academic session
- 🏫 Wide Academic Choice: Almost all academic fields and majors are offered at top Korean universities
- 💰 Comprehensive Financial Coverage: Tuition, monthly stipend, airfare, medical insurance, language courses, research support, dissertation costs, and completion grant covered
- 🗓️ Program Duration: Master’s (3 years), PhD (4 years), Research (6 months), including Korean language training where applicable
- 📋 Eligibility Criteria: Based on health, academic performance, nationality, age limits, and degree requirements
- 🕒 Application Deadlines: Vary by country and Korean embassy/university—applicants must check locally
- 📝 Application Process: Procedures differ by country; applications are submitted via embassies or designated universities
- 🤝 Scholarship Goal: Promote international education exchange and mutual friendship through advanced studies in Korea
- 📢 Additional Resources: Includes study guides, visa assistance, scholarships, fellowships, and student support services
- 👤 About the Organizer: Information shared by Bright Scholarship, founded by Qamar Usman, supporting global education and career opportunities
Designation
Fully Funded Scholarship for Master’s and PhD Programs
Scholarship Overview
| Details | Description |
|---|---|
| University | Korean Universities |
| Degree Level | Master’s, PhD, and Research |
| Scholarship Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Award Country | South Korea |
Research Area
All academic fields and majors offered by Korean universities.
Location
South Korea
Eligibility/Qualification
- Nationality: Open to all international students (excluding Korean citizens and dual citizenship holders).
- Age: Under 40 years of age as of September 1, 2024 (born after September 1, 1985).
- Academic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or expected graduation for Master’s applicants.
- Master’s degree or equivalent for PhD applicants.
- Specific CGPA requirements (2.64/4.0 or higher).
- Health: Applicants must be mentally and physically healthy.
Description
The GKS scholarship covers the following expenses:
- Complete tuition fees
- Monthly allowance (KRW 1,000,000 – KRW 1,500,000)
- Resettlement allowance (KRW 200,000)
- Medical insurance (KRW 20,000)
- Research support (KRW 210,000 – 240,000)
- Round airfare tickets
- Language courses
- Awards for excellent Korean language proficiency and more.
How to Apply
The application procedure varies by country. Applicants must check the specific application calls announced by their country’s Korean embassy or designated Korean universities. Detailed guidelines and submission methods are available on the official GKS website.
Last Date for Application
The application deadline varies by country and can be confirmed by contacting the relevant embassy or university.
For more details or updates, interested candidates are encouraged to refer to the official GKS scholarship page or contact their nearest Korean embassy.
