200 Global Korea Scholarship for 2023 – Undergraduate and Associate ProgramsKorean Government offers 200 fully funded Global Korea scholarships (GKS) for international students from different countries to pursue their bachelor’s degree or Associate degree in their desired university of South Korea. The main objectives of these scholarships are to enhance international education exchange and deepen friendship between Korea and participating countries.
- Host Country: South Korea
Eligible Countries:
Afghanistan, Angola, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Rwanda, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Sweden, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam and Yemen.
Scholarship Period:
- Bachelor’s Degree Program: 5~7 years
- 1 year of Korean language training + 4~6 years of degree program
- Associate Degree Program: 3~4 years
- 1 year of Korean language training + 2~3 years of degree program
- Important Notes regarding Scholarship Period
- Applicants who submitted TOPIK level 5 or 6 will be exempt from a Korean language program
- Those who receive TOPIK level 5 or 6 within the first 6 months of the Korean language program will be exempt from the remaining 6-month language program and must start their degree program in the following semester (September 2023)
Number of scholarships: 200
- Embassy track: 81
- General: 74
- Overseas Korean: 7
- University track: 119
- Regional University (Natural Science and Engineering): 49
- Associate degree: 15
- UIC Program: 55
Benefits of KGS Scholarship:
This scholarship laureate will receive the following:
- Flight ticket: Economy class flight ticket (actual expense)
- Resettlement KRW 200,000
- Monthly Allowance for living expenses KRW 900,000
- Medical insurance: Standard amount set by NIIED
- Language Training Fee: NIIED: 1 million KRW , University: amount that exceeds 1 million KRW
- Tuition fee Actual cost (No more than 5 million KRW per semester)
- Korean Language proficiency award: 100,000 KRW
- Degree Completion Grant KRW 100,000 (Once)
Who can apply to Global Korea Scholarships?
- All applicants must be citizens of NIIED-designated countries that have been invited to participate in the GKS program. Parents (or legal guardians) of applicants must be citizens of a country other than Korea. Applicants or their parents who have dual citizenship (both Korean citizenship and citizenship of another country) are ineligible to apply.
- Applicants and their parents who previously held Korean citizenship must submit proof of renunciation of Korean citizenship issued by the Korean government.
- If an applicant’s citizenship changes during the selection process, he or she will be disqualified. (This does not apply to UIC applicants.)
- The bachelor’s degree program is designed for applicants who have graduated (or are about to graduate) from high school or an associate degree program.
- The associate degree program is designed for applicants who have graduated (or are about to graduate) from high school.
- Applicants with a bachelor’s degree are not eligible to apply. Applicants with an associate degree are only eligible to apply to bachelor’s programs.
- Applicants who expect to graduate must submit a certificate of expected graduation with their application. If they pass the final round of selection, such applicants must submit a graduation certificate (or a degree certificate) by February 28, 2023. Applicants who submit their provisional graduation certificate will be considered as expected graduates.
- You must be under the age of 25. (born after March 1, 1998)
- For overseas travel, all applicants must be free of any grounds for disqualification (e.g., criminal history).
- All applicants must be in good physical and mental health to study in Korea for the duration of the program.
- If an applicant tests positive for drugs or has a serious illness that prevents him or her from studying abroad for an extended period of time, he or she will be excluded from evaluations and disqualified from the scholarship.
- All applicants who advance to the second round of selection must submit an Official Medical Examination issued by a licensed doctor or hospital.
- If a GKS scholar is found to have a serious illness during the final medical examination, which is arranged by NIIED after the scholar arrives in Korea, he or she will be disqualified from the program.
Required Grades:
- The cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of the previous (degree) program’s entire curriculum must meet one of the two conditions listed below.
- A score percentile of 80% or higher on a 100-point scale, or ranking in the top 20% of one’s class, is required.
- The CGPA must be equal to or greater than 2.64/4.0, 2.80/4.3, 2.91/4.5, or 3.23/5.0. Previous degree program for applicants to the Associate degree program: high school program
- Previous degree program for applicants to the Bachelor’s degree program: high school or associate degree program
- If an applicant has a transcript that does not include CGPA information or is unable to convert his or her grades into one of the accepted GPA scales (4.0, 4.3, 4.5, 5.0, or 100 point scale), the applicant must submit additional documents issued by their respective school/university that describe the institution’s grading system.
- Applicants who expect to graduate should calculate their most recent CGPA when applying.
Restrictions & Ineligibilities:
- Applicants who have completed or are anticipated to complete a Korean associate degree program or a Korean high school (including international schools) are NOT eligible to submit an application.
- A graduate of an online program organized by a Korean school or university is not eligible to apply.
- A final-year student at a Korean high school or university is not eligible to apply.
- A previous scholarship for a degree program from the Korean government disqualifies a candidate from applying.
- A former (or present) GKS scholar enrolled in, have finished, or have graduated from a GKS associate degree program.
- A former GKS scholar whose award was revoked following enrollment
- A student who has previously received a scholarship from a Korean government organization other than NIIED for their degree program.
- One who has previously received scholarships from the GKS Non-degree program for exchange students is eligible to apply.
- “Cancellation of scholarship” refers to a GKS scholar leaving the program or having their scholarship forfeited while they were still receiving it.
- (Exception) Former GKS scholars whose scholarships were forfeited because they did not complete the Korean language program with a TOPIK level of 3 or higher may be considered eligible to reapply if they submit a valid TOPIK certificate of level 5 or higher.
- Previous GKS degree program candidates who withdrew from the course of study or were disqualified from the scholarship after being chosen as GKS scholars in the previous three years are not eligible to apply.
Duplicate Applicants:
- Applicants who successfully completed the first round of selection for the Embassy track (including backup candidates) are not permitted to reapply through the university track.
- Applicants for the Embassy Track may only apply to the Overseas Koreans Program or the General Program.
- Applicants for the University Track are only permitted to submit an application to one of the Associate Degree, Regional University, or UIC programs. Each applicant must submit an application to only ONE university and department.
- If an applicant applied to more than one track, program, or university, their applications will not be taken into consideration during the evaluation process, and the scholarship will be revoked if this is discovered later.
How to apply?
The candidates for Embassy Track must submit their applications through their respective nations’ South Korean embassies. The embassy will choose the candidate, request that the candidate apply to a particular university, and nominate you as its GKS candidate. The NIIED will make the final decision, though.
Candidates for University Track must submit an application to the university directly. Your nomination for the 2023 GKS is made by the university, which will also forward it to the NIIED for consideration as the final decision-maker.
Required documents:
Applicants should prepare the following documents (in English / Korean languages or translated into)
- Application form (Download & fill out)
- Personal statement (form 2)
- Study plan (form 3)
- 1 letters of recommendation (Form 4)
- (form 5) GKS Applicant Agreement
- form 6) Personal Medical Assessment
- Proof of citizenship (applicant and parents) and proof of family relationship
- High school graduation Certificate (or expected graduation certificate)
- High school transcript
- Graduation certicate (or certificate of expected graduation) of associate
degree program - Academic transcript of associate degree
- Proof of Overseas Korean Document
- Proof of Korean Citizenship Renunciation Document
- Proof of Korean War Veteran’s Descendant
- Score report of valid TOPIK (original) or English Proficiency Test (copy) Optional
- Copy of awards and other certificates, etc. (copy) Optional
- Applicant’s Passport (copy)
Selection Procedure:
| Embassy Track | → | 1st Round of Selection (Embassy) | → | Recommend Candidates to NIIED (Embassy) | → | Application documents of recommended candidates arrive at NIIED | 2nd Round of Selection (NIIED) | → | 3rd Round of Selection (Embassy Track Candidates) | → | Final Announcement of 2023 GKS-U Scholars |
| University Track | → | 1st Round of Selection (University) | → | Recommend Candidates to NIIED (University) | → | 2nd Round of Selection (NIIED) | → | → | Final Announcement of 2023 GKS-U Scholars | ||
| Step 1. Embassy/University | Step 2. NIIED | Step 3. University → | NIIED |
Selection Schedule:
| Track | 1st round of Selection | 2nd round of Selection | 3rd round of Selection | Final Successful Candidate | ||
| Application Submission | Document Examination | Oral Interview | Document Examination | Oral Interview | Result Announcement by December 16 | Final Announcement (by late December) |
| Embassy Track | Application Deadline (set by each embassy) | Result Announcement (announce by October 14) | Result Announcement (by October 21) | Applications Arrive at NIIED (by November 4 | Result Announcement (by late November) | |
| University Track | Application Deadline (close after October 21. specific date will be set by each university) | Result Announcement (set by each university) | Result Announcement (by November 11) | Applications Arrive at NIIED (by November 11) | Result Announcement (by early December) |
Selection Timeline:
| Announcement of Application Guidelines (NIIED) | Application Guidelines are announced on “Study in Korea” (www.studyinkorea.go.kr) |
| Announcement of 1st Round Selection Schedule (Embassies, Universities) | Announced by each Korean embassy/university – Each embassy/university will release their 1st round selection schedule and application details on their website by mid-September |
| Application Submission (Embassies, Universities) | Deadline will be set by each Korean embassy and university – Embassy: set by each embassy – University: set by each university but not earlier than October 21 |
| 1st Round of Selection – Document Examination (Embassies, Universities) | Result Announcement of document examination – Embassy: announce by October 14 * Applicants who failed to pass the embassy track may apply again through a university track – University: set by each university |
| 1st Round of Selection – Oral Interview (Embassies, Universities) | Result Announcement of the first round of selection – Embassy: conduct oral interviews and announce the result by October 21 – University: conduct oral interviews and announce the result by November 11 |
| Successful Candidates of the 1st Round (Embassies, Universities → NIIED) | Successful candidates’ applications and related documents will arrive at NIIED – Embassy Track: by November 4 – University Track: by November 11 |
| 2nd Round of Selection (NIIED) | Successful candidates of the 2nd round will be announced on “Study in Korea” website – Embassy Track: by late November – University Track: by early December Submission of Official Medical Examination – All second round successful candidates of both embassy and university track – Submission deadline: by December 16 |
| 3rd Round of Selection (Universities) | Embassy Track applicants who pass the 2nd round of selection will be reviewed by three universities which they initially applied to Result Announcement: by December 16 – Universities will inform the list of successful candidates to NIIED – Universities will inform the result to successful candidates individually |
| Notify Applicant’s Choice of University (Successful Candidates → NIIED) | Embassy Track applicants who pass the 3rd round selection should notify their final choice of university to NIIED via email Notification Deadline: by December 21 |
| Announcement of 2023 GKS-U Scholars (NIIED) | The final successful candidates will be announced on “Study in Korea” website – Expected announcement date: late December – NIIED informs final results to Embassies and Universities through official documents |
To learn more about Global Korea Scholarships, fields of study and lists of universities, please visit the official announcement.
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FAQs
What is the deadline of GKS scholarship 2023? ›
Dates to Apply for GKS-UG in India
For the academic term 2023-2024, the process started on 9th September 2022. The candidates must submit the applications for undergraduates by October 7, 2022 (Friday) by 5 PM to the given address.
GKS-U Scholarship is a Fully Funded Korean Govt Scholarship that is open to international students who wish to pursue undergraduate degrees in Korea.
How do I apply for the 2023 KGSP scholarship? ›The students may apply through a university or the Korean embassy in their country. Candidates who apply have to submit their documents to the Korean embassy in their home country or directly to the university to they are applying to.
Is it hard to get scholarship in Korea for international students? ›Scholarships in universities: it is hard to get scholarships for language courses or study abroad semesters in Korea but many universities offer some kind of scholarship opportunities for international students attending their degree programs. These scholarships are usually based on academic performance.
How can I get GKS 2023? ›- Application Form.
- Personal Statement.
- Study Plan.
- One letter of Recommendation.
- GKS Applicant Agreement.
- Personal Medical Assessment.
- Proof of citizenship (applicant and parents) and proof of family relationship.
- High School Graduation Certificate (or certificate of expected graduation)
However, a Former or current KGSP scholar who hold the overall grade of 90% or above and have attained TOPIK level 5 or higher can reapply to this program once either through the embassy or university track.
What are the 3 rounds of GKS scholarship? ›University Track
Once the concerned university accepts the application, the applicant becomes a GKS scholar. While the embassy track progresses into three rounds (Embassy → NIIED → University), the university track only comprises two steps (University → NIIED).
China. The most famous grant of China is provided by the government of China and fully covers not only study, but also accommodation. It's called The Grant of the PRC and includes a monthly scholarship of $500-600 is paid to the student.
How much percentage is required for scholarship in Korea? ›Eligibility for Scholarship in South Korea
Must have a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 80 percent (out of 100 percent) or be in the top 20% (out of 100 %) of high school students. Both the applicant and his or her parents must be nationals of another country.
KGSP requires you to pass at least TOPIK level 3 after the training.
Does KGSP need IELTS? ›
Yes, English proficiency is a program requirement. Applicants are recommended to register for either the TOEFL or IELTS.
Which scholarship is best for studying Korea? ›- GLOBAL KOREA SCHOLARSHIP (GKS)
- SEOUL NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (SNU) PRESIDENT FELLOWSHIP.
- YONSEI UNIVERSITY UNDERWOOD INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE (UIC) ADMISSIONS SCHOLARSHIP.
- KOREA UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS.
- EWHA GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM (EGPP)
- Seoul National University (SNU)
- Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)
- Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST)
- Korea University.
- Yonsei University.
- Ulsan National Institute of Science & Technology (UNIST)
- Sejong University.
Proof of sufficient funds to study in South Korea. It should at least for ₩17,465,000 (USD $15,000). This can be in the form of a current bank balance or other financial support.
Can GKS students work? ›International Student
Student visa (D-2) holders must obtain prior permission from Global Services Center (GSC) and the immigration office to work outside the university. Before start working, prepare 'Part-Time Work of Foreign Student Confirmation Form' with other supporting documents specified below for the approval.
Grades •The cumulative grade point average (CGPA) must be 80% or higher; or •The CGPA must be 2.64/ 4.0, 2.80/ 4.3, 2.91/ 4.5, or 3.23/ 5.0 or higher.
Which countries are eligible for GKS? ›| Countries For Embassy Track | Countries For University Track |
|---|---|
| Angola | Angola |
| Azerbaijan | Azerbaijan |
| Bangladesh | Bangladesh |
| Bhutan | Bhutan |
You can apply for multiple scholarships but will get only one in a year if you get selected.
Can I take 2 scholarships at a time? ›If you are applying for NSP scholarships then you cannot apply for two scholarships at a time as this is one of criteria for the nsp that you can avail any other scholrship if you are taking one of the scholarship.
How can I get selected in KGSP scholarship? ›To be selected as a GKS (KGSP) grantee, an applicant must successfully pass the 1st round of selection managed by the Korean embassy where he or she holds the citizenship or NIIED-designated Korean universities.
What is the easiest scholarship to win? ›
- $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship.
- $2,000 Nitro College Scholarship – No Essay.
- $2,500 Christian Connector Scholarship.
- $5,000 Graduate School Scholarship.
- $2,000 College Repayment Grant.
- Annual Protestant Faith Based College Scholarship.
- Annual Catholic College Scholarship.
Can you get a scholarship with a 3.0 GPA? Yes, there are many scholarships available for students with a 3.0 GPA. Most academic merit-based scholarships require minimum GPAs of between 2.0 and 3.0, with more competitive awards sometimes requiring a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Can a 3.6 GPA get you a scholarship? ›You're eligible for a majority of scholarships. There are a scant few that require a 4.0 GPA, but those are few and far between. Start applying to any and all scholarships you're eligible for because even small amounts can go a long way to offsetting the cost of college tuition.
How do I write a GKS personal statement? ›Like the word suggests. The student should write his/her experiences, achievements, values. The reasons to study abroad and apply for the scholarship might not be so unique, thus, the way it is written should be impactful.
Can undergraduate apply for GKS? ›2023 GKS (Global Korea) Scholarship for Undergraduate Degree – For Indian Students. 2023 GKS Undergraduate Scholarships have been announced by NIIED and Korean embassy in India. Both university and embassy track applications are open for Indian students who want to pursue their Undergraduate Degree in Korea.
Can I apply for GKS again? ›Is it still possible? Korean Government invites excellent students every year to apply for GKS.
Which country gives most undergraduate scholarships? ›United States: The most popular country for scholarship awards, the United States boasts over 1,500 scholarships and awards available. Scholarships in the United States are typically offered by colleges and universities, but there are also a number of private scholarships available.
Can I get fully funded scholarship for undergraduate? ›You can study or conduct research at undergraduate, master's, doctoral and Postdoctoral degree levels or receive short-term training. Most of these fully funded scholarships are provided by governments while the rest are from universities, organizations, and institutions.
What is the easiest scholarship to get for international students? ›- Fullbright Scholarships. ...
- The American Association of University Women International Fellowship. ...
- Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship | Scholarships For International Students. ...
- Chevening Scholarships | Scholarships For International Students.
#1 Jeonbuk National University (Undergraduate Scholarship for International Students): This particular scholarship is available for international students with outstanding academic records offering a 25% to 100% waiver on tuition fees.
Why do Korean students study hard? ›
Due to tight-knit families and the hard-working nature of the people of South Korea, expectations of the students are consistently above the bar from a very early age. There everyone is hardworking. Every student is required to spend 2/3 of their day in the school system.
Can I self study for TOPIK? ›Self study is the key to success in TOPIK. No guide book or tutor will guarantee you success unless you self-study really well. You just need to have all the previous TOPIK papers and answer sheets, analyse the question patterns, prepare vocabulary and grammar lists and start studying.
What are the disadvantages of studying in South Korea? ›The cons of the South Korean educational system are the difficulty in class registration, being too much lecture-oriented, and being highly competitive in enrolling in classes.
Which course is best for Korea? ›- Interior Design. Read More. ...
- Information & Communications. Read More. ...
- Music. Read More. ...
- ACCA Course. Read More. ...
- Sanskrit grammar. Read More. ...
- Robot System Engineering. Read More. ...
- Biomedical Engineering. Read More. Tongmyong University. ...
- Fashion and Jewelry Design. Read More. Gwangju University.
To apply for a study visa for Canada, you will need a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four bands in IELTS and the overall score of at least 6.0 and more for undergraduate and diploma courses in Canada.
How much bands are required for South Korea? ›| Institution | Asia Ranking | Minimum IELTS score required |
|---|---|---|
| KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) | 8 | 6.5 |
| Seoul National University | 10 | 7 |
| Korea University | 12 | 6.5 |
| Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) | 15 | 6.0 |
Sun Moon University is probably one of the easiest institutions to gain admissions since this institution in South Korea has the highest estimated acceptance rate of 70%.
How much percentage do I need to study South Korea? ›Korea University Percentage requirements
Korea University in South Korea requires students to maintain a minimum percentage of 70 in order to stand a good chance to get admission into Korea University.
How much can international students earn in Korea? Ranges of Salary in South Korea from 8,000 – 12,000 won/h. Jobs that require good Korean language skills will also have a higher salary, an average of 25,000 won/h.
How much money do you need to study abroad in Korea? ›| Undergraduate program | Costs range anywhere from $1,600 to $10,800 USD per semester |
|---|---|
| Graduate program | Costs range anywhere from $1,100 to $20,900 per semester. |
Which city is best for study in Korea? ›
Seoul and Busan are the most popular destinations for international students in South Korea. Both cities have a lot to offer, so choosing the right one for you can be difficult.
What is the Harvard of South Korea? ›Founded in 1946, Seoul National University is the most prestigious university in South Korea.
What is the number 1 university in Korea? ›You should plan to spend around ₩118,323 ($84) per day on your vacation in South Korea, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, ₩30,541 ($22) on meals for one day and ₩17,227 ($12) on local transportation.
Which countries do not need visa for South Korea? ›- 180 days. Canada.
- 90 days. European Union citizens (except Cyprus) Antigua and Barbuda. Argentina. Australia. Bahamas. Barbados. Botswana. Brazil. Chile. ...
- 60 days. Lesotho. Russia.
- 30 days. Albania. Andorra. Bahrain. Bosnia and Herzegovina. Brunei. Cyprus. Eswatini. Fiji. Guyana.
Basic living expenses in South Korea for international students. Food is provided by the university's meals: about $300 USD per month. One meal costs about 5-3 USD. Moreover, the cost of rent outside the university housing: $300 per month (in addition to an advance insurance about $5,000- $5,000).
What is the last date of GKS 2022? ›GKS Scholarship 2023 India Embassy Track
Applicants must submit their scholarship applications no later than 7th October 2022 (Friday) by 17:00 hours to the below given address.
KGSP Scholarship 2022 Application Deadline: February 28, 2022. The general deadline for KGSP scholarships announced in early 2022 is February 28, 2022.
Can I apply for GKS without topik? ›Though having a TOPIK score may help you and they may give you priority but it's definitely not necessary.
How can I prepare for GKS? ›- Prepare yourself for how you will work on your study plan. ...
- Prepare yourself for the interview by going through the SOP samples easily available in google. ...
- Make drafts and get it checked by someone. ...
- Prepare all the required documents.
- They ask for notarized and apostille documents.
Which course is best in South Korea? ›
- Master's Preparation Programme. Featured. ...
- Social Innovation in South Korea Course - Hanyang University. Read More. ...
- Department of Game Engineering. Read More. ...
- Special Education Course is for students with disabilities. ...
- Cosmetic Engineering. ...
- Interior Design. ...
- Information & Communications. ...
- Music.
| Categories | Amount |
|---|---|
| Printing Fee Reimbursement | Liberal Arts & Social Science – KRW 500,000 (INR 29K) Natural Science & Engineering – KRW 800,000 (INR 46K) |
| Tuition Fee | Up to KRW 500,000 per semester (INR 29K) |
| Degree Completion | KRW 100,000 (INR 5800) |
Yes, English proficiency is a program requirement. Applicants are recommended to register for either the TOEFL or IELTS.