Scholarships in South Korea
There are 11 active scholarships for international students in South Korea worth up to €30k, from 9 providers. Compare eligibility, awards, and deadlines below and apply before they close.
full fundingKorea Aerospace University (with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Republic of Korea)
ROK-KAU Aviation Policy Fellowship
Open to applicants of all nationalities, with a focus on government officials in civil aviation, transport or infrastructure; policy planners and advisors in aviation; professionals from ICAO member states; and academics or researchers in aerospace law, public policy or transport governance. Priority is given to candidates from developing countries that are ICAO members. This is a non-degree professional fellowship rather than a degree programme.
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-18d left
Deadline
full fundingKorea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
KOICA Scholarship Program (CIAT)
Open to citizens of KOICA partner (developing) countries who are officially nominated by their government, preferably under 40, in good health and proficient in English. Master's applicants need a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of work experience; PhD applicants need a master's degree and at least 3 years of work experience.
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Funding
€30k
Max
-2d left
Deadline
full fundingSeoul National University
Seoul National University President Fellowship (SPF)
Open to teaching or instructional staff currently employed at a recognised university in a developing country who do not already hold a PhD, hold at least a master's degree, are admitted to a PhD programme at Seoul National University for the relevant intake, and provide a certificate of employment plus a commitment letter from their home university confirming their return after graduation.
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€1k
Max
29d left
Deadline
full fundingNational Institute for International Education (NIIED)
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) – Undergraduate
For non-Korean citizens (with non-Korean parents) generally under ~25 years old who have completed or will complete secondary school, with a strong GPA, applying for undergraduate study in Korea. Apply through either the Korean embassy track or the university track.
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Funding
€15k
Max
Sep 30, 2026
Deadline
full fundingGwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
GIST International Scholarship
Open to international students of all nationalities applying for an MS, PhD, or integrated MS and PhD programme at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) in Gwangju, South Korea, for the 2026/2027 academic year. Master's applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and PhD applicants must hold a Master's degree or equivalent. Required documents include the application form (Form 1), official transcripts and certificates, two letters of recommendation, an English proficiency test result, and a copy of the applicant's passport. Applications are completed online and supporting documents must be attached as specified.
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Funding
€16k
Max
Oct 15, 2026
Deadline
full fundingSeoul National University
SNU Global Scholarship
For international students admitted to Seoul National University (SNU), Korea's leading national university, at undergraduate or graduate level. The SNU Global Scholarship provides tuition and a living stipend at varying levels; most applicants are considered through their admission application.
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Funding
€20k
Max
Oct 31, 2026
Deadline
full fundingGwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) Scholarships
Open to international students worldwide. Master's applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and PhD applicants a Master's degree. Applicants need official transcripts and degree certificates (apostilled or notarised), two recommendation letters, a valid passport, and English proficiency such as TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, TOEIC 750, or NEW TEPS 285, with exemptions for English-medium education.
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Funding
€1k
Max
Apr 10, 2027
Deadline
full fundingUniversity of Science and Technology (UST), South Korea
UST (University of Science and Technology) Scholarships, South Korea
International students with foreign nationality (applicant and parents must be non-Korean) who hold or expect a Bachelor's degree for Master's/integrated programmes or a Master's degree for PhD programmes, and meet the English-language requirement (e.g. IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79), pursuing science, engineering or technology fields.
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Funding
€18k
Max
May 7, 2027
Deadline
full fundingAcademy of Korean Studies (AKS)
AKS Graduate Fellowship for International Students
Open to non-Korean citizens (or overseas Koreans who completed their education outside Korea) who are currently enrolled in, or have completed coursework in, a master's or doctoral programme at a non-Korean university and whose research topic relates to Korean Studies. Applicants must not have previously received the AKS Graduate Fellowship. Proficiency in English or Korean is preferred but not mandatory. This is a non-degree, six-month research fellowship in South Korea, not a degree-granting programme.
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Funding
€5k
Max
May 9, 2027
Deadline
full fundingSoongsil University (System Software Lab, Department of Computer Science)
Soongsil University System Software Lab Scholarship
Open to international students applying for a Master's or PhD position in the System Software Lab (SSLAB) within Soongsil University's Department of Computer Science in Seoul. Candidates who majored in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science are preferred, and applicants must have a CGPA above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and an IELTS score of at least 6.0, which is required for the Korean visa and university admission. Strong programming skills in C (preferred) or C++, a solid grounding in calculus and linear algebra, and familiarity with Linux and the command line are expected. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed via video call in English.
full
Funding
€7k
Max
May 30, 2027
Deadline
full fundingKorea Polar Research Institute (KOPRI)
KOPRI Fellowship Program (Korea Polar Research Institute)
Open to international researchers of all nationalities who are enrolled in a Master's, PhD or postdoctoral research programme and have a background in polar science, environmental studies, climate change, marine biology or a related field. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic and research potential and submit a research proposal aligned with KOPRI's ongoing polar and climate research projects.
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Funding
€24k
Max
Jun 30, 2027
Deadline
Frequently asked questions
How many scholarships are available in South Korea?
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11 active scholarships are listed on this page, updated regularly.
Can international students apply for scholarships in South Korea?
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Yes — these scholarships are open to international students; check each one's eligibility and deadline.