Scholarships
Scholarships to Study in South Korea
Scholarships to study in South Korea can come from universities, governments, foundations, companies, charities, international organisations and research organisations. Each listing shows who can apply, what it covers and when applications open.
8 scholarships
- OpenFellowshipSchlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future FellowshipsSchlumberger FoundationWomen who are citizens of the eligible countries (dual citizens of a developed country are not eligible)Applications open until November 7, 2026View Scholarship
- ClosedGrantAga Khan Foundation International Scholarship ProgrammeAga Khan FoundationStudents from selected countries (for example those listed); applications are handled by local contactsApplications closed. Next cycle: Early 2027View Scholarship
- Next cycle not yet announcedPartially FundedErasmus Mundus Joint Masters ScholarshipsEuropean Commission (Erasmus+)Open to international studentsCovers: Tuition · Living costs · TravelVaries by programme — check the official websiteView Scholarship
- Next cycle not yet announcedFully FundedGlobal Korea Scholarship (GKS)Government of the Republic of Korea (NIIED)Open to most international studentsCovers: Travel · Tuition · Living costsNext application cycle has not been announcedView Scholarship
- ClosedFellowshipGoogle PhD Fellowship ProgramGoogleOpen to international studentsApplications closed. Next application cycle has not been announcedView Scholarship
- ClosedFully FundedInlaks ScholarshipInlaks Shivdasani FoundationStudents from IndiaCovers: Tuition · Living costs · TravelApplications closed. Next application cycle has not been announcedView Scholarship
- ClosedLoan / Financial AidJ N Tata Endowment Loan ScholarshipJ N Tata EndowmentStudents from IndiaApplications closed. Next application cycle has not been announcedView Scholarship
- ClosedLoan / Financial AidK C Mahindra Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies AbroadK C Mahindra Education TrustStudents from IndiaApplications closed. Next application cycle has not been announcedView Scholarship
Scholarships will appear here as they are verified and added.
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Types of scholarships to study in South Korea
What they fund
- Loan / Financial Aid (3)
- Fellowship (2)
- Fully Funded (2)
- Grant (1)
- Partially Funded (1)
- Living Allowance (1)
- Travel Grant (1)
Who offers them
- Foundation (3)
- Education Trust (2)
- International Organisation (1)
- Government (1)
- Company / Corporate (1)
Here, "fully funded" means the published coverage includes full tuition fees (or a full tuition waiver) and a living stipend or allowance. It does not always mean every cost is covered: check each scholarship for travel, insurance, visa and accommodation.
How scholarships work
Scholarships to study in South Korea are not one scheme: each provider sets its own rules, and applying for a scholarship is often separate from applying to a university. These are the application routes used by the scholarships on this page:
- Both, separately (1 scholarship): The scholarship and university admission are separate applications, each with its own requirements and deadlines.
- Automatic consideration (1 scholarship): Eligible applicants are considered through the university application; there is no separate scholarship form.
- Scholarship application first (1 scholarship): You apply for the scholarship first; university admission is arranged afterwards or alongside.
- University admission first (1 scholarship): You need an offer (or an application) from an eligible university before, or as part of, the scholarship application.
Scholarships are competitive and awards are limited. Many programmes run once a year, so a closed scholarship may open again in the next cycle: its page shows when it last ran.
Eligibility
- Nationality or residence: many scholarships are only for citizens or residents of particular countries; others are open to international students generally. Each scholarship lists its eligible countries.
- Education level and subject: a scholarship covers particular levels (for example master's only) and sometimes particular subjects or courses.
- Academic record: many ask for a minimum degree classification or grades, stated on each scholarship page where the provider publishes it.
- Financial and other conditions: some are need-based, some require self-funding for the rest of your costs, and some ask you to return home after your studies.
This page lists scholarships international students can check, not scholarships every applicant qualifies for. Always read the official eligibility rules before you apply.
Application guidance
Upcoming deadlines
- Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships — November 7, 2026
Documents commonly requested
- University admission offer — asked for by 1 scholarship
How you apply
- Government / provider online portal (2 scholarships)
- Multiple-stage application (2 scholarships)
- Nomination by a university (2 scholarships)
- Through the university application (1 scholarship)
- Nomination by a government or national agency (1 scholarship)
Official website and verification
Apply only through the official website linked on each scholarship page. 8 of 8 scholarships listed here were checked against the official source in the last 180 days; each page shows its last verified date. Deadlines and rules can change, so confirm them before you apply.
Planning your studies? See Study in South Korea and universities in South Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Are there fully funded scholarships to study in South Korea?
2 scholarships listed here for South Korea have published coverage that includes full tuition and a living allowance: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), Inlaks Scholarship. Check each one's eligibility and dates.
Can I apply for a scholarship before university admission?
It depends on the scholarship. Some need an offer from an eligible university first, some are applied for separately (sometimes before you have applied to a university), and some are awarded automatically through the university application. Each scholarship page says which applies, where the official source states it. Among the scholarships on this page: Both, separately: 1; Automatic consideration: 1; Scholarship application first: 1; University admission first: 1.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Usually you can apply to several, but some scholarships cannot be held together with other funding. Check the conditions on each scholarship page and on the official website.
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