Scholarship
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Offered by Government of the Republic of Korea (NIIED)
Next cycle not yet announced Next application cycle has not been announced
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Last verified: September 26, 2026
Quick facts
- Study destination
- South Korea
- Level
- Bachelor's, Master's, PhD / Doctorate
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Eligible students
- Open to most international students
- Deadline
- Next application cycle has not been announced
- Duration
- Korean language training (1 year) plus the degree (bachelor's 4-6 years, master's 2 years, doctoral 3 years)
- Application method
- Nomination by a government or national agency; Nomination by a university
Overview
The Global Korea Scholarship supports international students for Korean language training followed by associate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degrees at more than 80 GKS universities across Korea.
Each year around 280 undergraduate and 1,600 graduate scholarships are offered.
Who Can Apply
Non-Korean applicants (with non-Korean parents) meeting the age and academic requirements of their track.
Am I eligible? A quick check
- Open to most international students
- Study in South Korea
- Level: Bachelor's, Master's, PhD / Doctorate
This is a summary. The official eligibility rules decide who can apply.
Study Destination
Education Level
Eligible Nationalities
Applicants and both parents must hold non-Korean citizenship
Open to international students.
Not open to citizens of: South Korea.
Eligibility can change between cycles. Confirm your country on the official website.
What Does This Scholarship Cover?
Tuition
- Full tuition fees (covered)
Living costs
- Monthly stipend (covered)
Travel
- Airfare (covered)
Other
- Other benefits (see funding details) (covered)
"Fully funded" here means the published coverage includes full tuition and a living allowance. Costs not listed above may not be covered.
Funding Details
Scholarship benefits: airfare, Korean language training fees, tuition and monthly allowances. The programme includes one year of Korean language training before the degree.
Eligibility Requirements
Academic requirements
Minimum grades: Undergraduate: for example a cumulative score of 80% or higher or top 20% of the class. Graduate: typically at least 80% average in the most recent programme.
Age
Undergraduate: under 25. Graduate tracks have their own limits (for example under 40 for some master's tracks).
Application Deadline
- Status
- Next cycle not yet announced Next application cycle has not been announced
Dates are published each year in the GKS notices (embassy and university tracks).
Deadlines change every cycle. Always confirm the current dates on the official website.
Duration and Renewal
Duration: Korean language training (1 year) plus the degree (bachelor's 4-6 years, master's 2 years, doctoral 3 years)
Official Links
Last verified: September 26, 2026
Application Abroad is not the scholarship provider and does not accept applications. Apply through the official provider; its website is the final source for eligibility, funding and deadlines.
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