Applications are invited for the Global Korea Scholarships 2024. The deadline for Global Korea Scholarships are different for Universities. The GKS Bachelors Scholarship 2024–2025 is open to all international students from all around the world. All applicants may apply for a Korean Government Scholarship to pursue an undergraduate degree at one of Korea’s top universities. The Most Talented Students are eligible for this Fully Funded Scholarship to complete their education in Korea. The scholarship is available for the 2023–2024 school year.
Almost all academic disciplines and majors are covered by the GKS Scholarship for the completion of a bachelor’s degree. For a total of 100 grants, the University Track will be used to choose the candidates. The full cost of attending school in Korea is covered by the scholarship. The scholarship has a five-year term, which includes a one-year language course and a four-year degree program.
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Global Korea Scholarships 2024 Details
No. of Awards: 262
Degree level: Undergraduate
Scholarship coverage: Fully Funded
Eligible nationality: All Nationalities
Award country: South Korea
Last Date: Different for University
Financial Aids
- Complete Tuition Fee will be given.
- Living Allowance
- Airfare Tickets
- Resettlement Allowance
- Medical Insurance
- Research Support
- Printing Costs (Dissertation)
- Completion Grant
- Language Courses
- Award for Excellent Korean Language Proficiency
List of Subjects That Are Eligible for a GKS Scholarship in 2023
Engineering
Liberal Arts & Social Science
Natural Science
Entertainment & Sports
List of Participating Universities
Bachelor’s Degree (8 Universities):
- Ajou University
- Konyang University
- Kookmin University
- Korea Polytechnic University
- Korea University of Technology and Education
- Pusan National University
- Sogang University
- Soonchunhyang University
Associate Degree (2 Universities):
- Kyungbok University
- Yeungjin University
Eligibility Criteria
- Application for a Korean Scholarship is open to applicants and their parents of any nationality other than Korean.
- Citizens of Korea and individuals with dual citizenship (those who possess both Korean and foreign citizenship) are ineligible to apply.
- You must be younger than 25 and have been born after September 1, 1999.
- The applicant must either already possess a high school diploma or be on track to graduate by August 31, 2024.
- All applicants must be in good physical and mental health in order to enroll in full-time degree or research programs in Korea.
Documents Required
- Application Form
- Personal Statement
- Study Plan
- Letters of Recommendation
- GKS Applicants Agreement
- Personal Medical Assessment
- Certificate of High School Graduation
- High School Transcripts
- Proof of Citizenship
- Parents Proof of Citizenship
Deadline
The deadline for Global Korea Scholarships are different for Universities.
How To Apply?
The best place to start if you want to learn more about Global Korea Scholarships is the official website. There, you may find in-depth information on the offered programs and courses, admission standards and procedures, campus facilities, student life, and much more. You can learn more about the university’s staff, academics, research projects, and community engagement initiatives. Users may also get access to academic calendars and course student handbooks via the website. Whether you are a prospective student, a current student, or just curious to learn more about the university, the official website is a great resource to check out. Click here.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) is a fully funded scholarship program offered by the Korean government to international students who want to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies in South Korea.
A citizen of a country that has a diplomatic relationship with South Korea.
Aged between 18 and 29 for undergraduate programs, or between 18 and 40 for graduate programs.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent for undergraduate programs, or a bachelor’s degree or equivalent for graduate programs.
Be in good health and have no criminal record.
Full tuition coverage
A monthly stipend
Round-trip airfare
Accommodation
Health insurance
Korean language training (if needed)
Embassy Track: Apply through the Korean embassy or consulate in your home country.
University Track: Apply directly to a Korean university that offers the GKS program
The application deadlines for the GKS vary depending on the country and track you are applying through. Please check the official GKS website for the specific deadlines.
