Korean Government Scholarship Programme (KGSP/GKS)

Explore scholarship programs offered by the Korean government, corporations, and individual universities for international students. GKS Scholarships Other Scholarships GKS (Global Korea Scholarship) Program This is a government-invited scholarship degree program aimed at fostering global talent and establishing international networks by inviting outstanding students from around the world. The Korean government provides international students with opportunities to study and offers various scholarship programs. Degree Programs Korea-Japan Programs Exchange Students Program GKS Notice Programs Program Objectives South Korea's representative scholarship program designed to attract outstanding international students and support their pursuit of higher education in Korea. Scholarship Information Korean language training + degree programs Selection Quota Approximately 280 undergraduate students (including associate degree students) + 1,600 graduate students Scholarship Duration Korean language training (1 year) + associate degree programs (2-3 years), bachelor's degree programs (4-6 years), master's degrees (2 years), doctoral degrees (3 years) Scholarship Benefits Airfare, Korean language training fees, tuition, and monthly allowances Undergraduate Degrees (including Associate Degree) Graduate Degrees (Master's and Doctoral Degrees) Programs Consisting of departments in various fields established over 80 GKS Universities nationwide User Guide Short Video Guide Long Video Guide Apply for the GKS(Global Korea Scholarship) General Program Covering various fields, such as humanities, social studies, natural sciences, and arts and physical education, etc. Specialization (UIC) Science and engineering departments focused on customized curriculum and field experience through industry-university collaboration * Available only for associate and bachelor's degree programs Selection Quota Embassy Track General 88 Overseas Koreans 7 R-GKS 61 Subtotal 156 University Track UIC 100 Associate Degree 30 Subtotal 130 Total 286 Application Tracks Embassy Track General International students who apply through Korean embassies and consulates in their country of residence to pursue degree programs in various fields at GKS universities. Embassy Track R-GKS International students from developing countries who apply through Korean embassies and consulates to pursue degree programs in various fields at GKS universities. Embassy Track Overseas Koreans Overseas Korean students and adoptees who apply through Korean embassies and consulates to pursue degree programs at GKS universities. University Track UIC Science and engineering departments that provide customized curriculum and field experience through industry-university collaboration. * Available only for associate and bachelor's degree programs. University Track Associate Degree Associate degree programs operated by universities (academic and professional associate degree programs). Universities Available for Applicants Embassy Track General, Overseas Korean, R-GKS [Type A ] 28 Universities Catholic University, Kyungdong University, Kyung Hee University, Korea University, Kookmin University, Dongguk University, Myongji University, Seokyeong University, Sejong University, Seoul University of Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul Women's University, Sungkyunkwan University, Sungshin Women's University, Sejong University, Soongsil University, Ajou University, Yonsei University, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), Ewha Womans University, Incheon National University, Inha University, Chung-Ang University, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Hanyang University, Hongik University [Type B][R-GKS] 42 Universities Kangwon National University, Konyang University, Kyungpook National University, Gyeongsang National University, Ky