Korean Government Scholarship for studying in Korea in 2026
calendar_todayPosted: 02/10/2026·Scholarships·International
Key Facts
- Category: Scholarships
- Deadline: N/A
- Format: Offline
- Student Level: All Students
Summary
A full scholarship program for studying in Korea, available for students, covering tuition fees, living expenses, and airfares as announced by NIIED.
Details
Introduction
The Korean Government Scholarship Program provides a comprehensive study abroad opportunity for international students with attractive financial support including tuition fees, monthly living allowances, airfares, and a Korean language training period prior to the degree program.
Requirements
- Grade Point Average (GPA) of 80% or higher (equivalent to about 8.0/10) or ranking in the top 20% of the class.
- Under 25 years old for undergraduate programs and under 40 years old for graduate programs.
- Language proficiency certificates (TOPIK or IELTS) are not mandatory upon application but serve as an advantage to make the application stand out.
Benefits
- 100% tuition coverage for the entire course.
- Monthly living allowances and round-trip airfare provided.
- Sponsorship for 1 year of Korean language study before entering the official program.
- Widely recognized degrees with opportunities for settlement after graduation.
Required Documents
- Diploma or graduation certificate.
- Financial proof savings account.
- Recommendation letters from teachers.
- Consular legalized birth certificate and passport.
- TOPIK or IELTS certificate if available.
Important Timelines
- Graduate program admissions take place around February to March.
- Undergraduate program admissions take place around September to October annually as announced by NIIED.