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Scholarship

Korean Government Scholarship (GKS) – Graduate

National Institute for International Education (NIIED), South Korea
Due 28 Feb 2027

Fully funded Masters or PhD in South Korea including Korean language training, full tuition, monthly living allowance, airfare and health insurance. Graduate round typically closes in February each year.

Funding
Full
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Study levels
Masters, PhD
Fields
Any
Study in
🇰🇷 South Korea
Open to
10 countries
🇮🇩 Indonesia🇻🇳 Vietnam🇵🇭 Philippines🇹🇭 Thailand🇲🇾 Malaysia🇲🇲 Myanmar🇰🇭 Cambodia🇱🇦 Laos🇧🇳 Brunei🇹🇱 Timor-Leste

Requirements (approximate)

  • ✓Citizen of an eligible country (excludes Korean nationals)
  • ✓Under 40 years of age at start of study
  • ✓GPA of at least 80% (or equivalent) at previous degree level
  • ✓Apply via Korean Embassy or a Korean university

These are indicative. Confirm exact requirements (grades, English test scores, age, documents) on the official site before applying.

How to apply

  1. 1Check you meet the eligibility (nationality, academic results, language test).
  2. 2Prepare core documents: passport, transcripts, IELTS/TOEFL, reference letters.
  3. 3Get admission or a conditional offer from an eligible university if required.
  4. 4Submit your application on the official portal before the deadline.

Last verified 5 Jun 2026. Source. Always confirm details on the official website before applying.

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