GIST Full Scholarship (South Korea)
About this scholarship
The Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) is a leading research university in South Korea focused on science and engineering, and it offers full scholarships to attract talented international graduate students. The awards combine a tuition waiver with a stipend and campus support, making advanced research study in Korea affordable for students from around the world.
The full scholarship covers tuition, a monthly stipend of around 350,000 Korean won or more, dormitory housing, health insurance, and Korean language courses, for the duration of the chosen graduate programme. Students join a well-resourced, research-intensive environment with strong support for master’s and doctoral work.
Eligibility is open to all nationalities: applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree for master’s study or a master’s for PhD, with a good academic record and English proficiency. Applying is tied to admission: you apply for admission to a GIST graduate programme through the online application with transcripts and recommendation letters, and admitted international students are awarded the GIST scholarship automatically, with no separate application. For students pursuing science and engineering research in Korea, GIST is a strong, fully funded option.
Eligibility
- A bachelor's degree (for master's) or a master's (for PhD).
- Good academic record.
- English proficiency.
- All nationalities welcome.
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition waiver.
- Monthly stipend of around KRW 350,000 or more.
- Dormitory housing.
- Health insurance.
- Korean language courses.
Required Documents
- Online admission application.
- Academic transcripts.
- Degree certificates.
- Two recommendation letters.
- Statement of purpose.
- Proof of English proficiency.
- Passport copy.
How to Apply
- Hold a bachelor's degree (for master's) or a master's degree (for PhD).
- Apply for admission to a GIST graduate programme via the online application with transcripts and two recommendation letters by the deadline.
- Admitted international students are awarded the GIST scholarship automatically (no separate application; confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is GIST Full Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Full tuition waiver; Monthly stipend of around KRW 350,000 plus housing.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does GIST Full Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Master's & PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is May 15, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: A bachelor's degree (for master's) or a master's (for PhD); Good academic record; English proficiency; All nationalities welcome. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
