Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP/GKS)
Total reward
Full tuition + KRW 900,000/month + flights + insurance + Korean language course
Level
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD / Doctorate
Duration
1 year of Korean language plus the degree programme (4 years bachelor's, 2 to 3 years graduate)
Location
South Korea
About this scholarship
Korea’s flagship scholarship program. Fully funds international students including a 1-year Korean language course. 1,500+ awards per year.
Eligibility
- All nationalities (from 150+ countries)
- Under 25 (undergrad) or 40 (graduate)
- GPA 80%+
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition
- Monthly stipend KRW 900,000
- Round-trip airfare
- Medical insurance
- 1-year Korean language course
- Settlement allowance
- Thesis/research support
Required Documents
Application form, personal statement, study plan, recommendation letters, academic transcripts, language certificates, medical exam
How to Apply
- Choose ONE track: Embassy Track (apply via the Korean Embassy in your home country) or University Track (apply directly to a GKS-designated Korean university)
- Apply by the deadline through the Study in Korea portal, embassy, or university with the required forms (application, personal statement, study plan, recommendation letter) and certificates
- Selection is by NIIED in multiple rounds
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