Applications for the Global Korea Scholarship 2027 will open soon. This scholarship is for undergraduate students.
The Global Korea Scholarship 2027 (GKS Scholarship 2027) is one of the most prestigious fully funded scholarships in the world, giving international students the chance to pursue higher education in South Korea. Sponsored by the Korean government and managed by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED), this scholarship supports talented individuals to study at leading Korean universities while fostering mutual understanding between Korea and participating countries.
Benefits
- Airfare – Round-trip economy class flight ticket provided.
- Tuition Fees – Up to 5 million KRW per semester (excess covered by universities if tuition is higher).
- Korean Language Training – 1 year of intensive Korean language program at a designated institution
- Monthly Allowance – Stipend of around KRW 1,000,000 to 1,500,000 depending on program type.
- Korean language program: 12,840,000 KRW per year
- Degree program: 13,680,000 KRW per year
- Settlement Allowance – One-time allowance provided upon arrival.
- Medical Insurance – Health insurance for the duration of the scholarship.
- Research Support – Extra financial aid for thesis printing, academic materials, and field research.
- Completion Grant – Awarded at the end of the program to support transition after graduation.
- Korean Proficiency Grant – Scholars with advanced Korean language skills (TOPIK 5 or 6) may receive additional support.
Requirements
- Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of NIIED-designated countries. Parents must also not hold Korean citizenship. Dual citizens with Korean nationality are not eligible. UIC program is open to all nationalities.
- Education:
- Bachelor’s program: High school graduates (or expected to graduate by Dec 31, 2026).
- Associate program: High school graduates (or expected to graduate by Dec 31, 2026).
- Applicants with a bachelor’s degree cannot apply.
- Expected graduates must submit proof of graduation by Dec 31, 2026.
- Grades:
- At least 80% or top 20% of class, OR
- Minimum CGPA: 2.64/4.0, 2.80/4.3, 2.91/4.5, or 3.23/5.0.
- Age: Must be under 25 years old (born after March 1, 2002).
- Health: Must be in good physical and mental health.
- Restrictions:
- Graduates (or expected graduates) of Korean high schools, associate degree programs, or online Korean programs are not eligible.
- Applicants who previously received a Korean government scholarship for a degree are not eligible.
- Duplicate applications to multiple tracks/universities are not allowed.
Method of Application
- Applications for this scholarship will open soon. More info on how to apply will be updated
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