Category
Masters & PhD
Details
The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) aims to provide international students with opportunities to study at higher educational institutions in Korea. Applications for the 2027 academic year (graduate degrees) are typically accepted through Korean Embassies or directly through universities, with deadlines around March-April 2027.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be a citizen of a GKS designated country (including African countries).
Hold a Bachelor's degree for Master's, or a Master's degree for PhD.
Be under 40 years of age (born after September 1, 1987).
Have a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 2.64/4.0 or higher.
Not be a Korean citizen.
Financial Benefits
Covers full tuition fees, monthly stipend (900,000 KRW), round-trip airfare, settlement allowance (200,000 KRW), research allowance, language training fees, and medical insurance.