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GKS Korean Government Undergraduate Scholarship 2026

South KoreaGKS Korean Government Undergraduate
South KoreaScholarshipFully FundedRolling deadlinemasters
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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
South Korea
Region
Asia
Institution
GKS Korean Government Undergraduate
Study level
Master's
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

Program overview The Gks Korean Government Undergraduate Scholarship 2026

  • Host country: South Korea
  • Study level: Undergraduate, Associate Degree
  • Places available: 367
  • Application closing dates:
  • 30th September 2025 (Embassy Track)
  • 31st October 2025 (University Track)

What Are Embassy Track and University Track.

In the embassy track, you have to apply through the Korean Embassy where you hold citizenship (embassy track). In the University track, you can directly apply to one of the designated universities (university track).

Gks Undergraduate Scholarship Benefits

Selected recipients typically receive

  • Return Air Ticket.
  • Full tuition fees.
  • Settlement Allowance
  • Monthly Allowance
  • 1-Year Korean Language Training Fee
  • degree program Tuition Fee
  • Thesis (Dissertation) Printing Fee Reimbursement
  • Medical Allowance
  • Degree Completion Grants
  • Korean Proficiency Grants
  • Exploration of Korean culture.
  • Deepen Korean education.
  • Professional and personal development of individuals.
  • Prosperity around the globe.

Duration of Program

  • Associate Degree: 1 year of the Korean language program, 2~3 years of the degree program.
  • Undergraduate Degree: 1 year of the Korean language program, 4~6 years of the degree program.

Universities in Which eligible candidates may apply Through Embassy Track for the Gks-u 2026

Universities in Which eligible candidates may apply Through the University Track for the Gks-u 2026

Program Quota (embassy Track)

Program Quota (university Track)

Who can apply: For the Gks Undergraduate Scholarship 2025

  • You must be a citizen of a Global Korea Scholarship partner country.
  • You cannot have a bachelor’s degree.
  • Your academic score (GPA) must meet one of the following:
  • Above 2.64 out of 4.0
  • Above 2.80 out of 4.3
  • Above 2.91 out of 4.5
  • Above 3.23 out of 5.0
  • Your score percentile must be 80% or higher.
  • You must be under 25 years of age.
  • You must be in good health.
  • You must have no criminal record.

For Result Waiting applicants

Applicants who are expected to graduate must first submit a certificate of expected graduation at the time of application.

How to apply For the Gks Korean Government Undergraduate Scholarship 2026.

To apply for the GKS Korean Government scholarship, you can choose from two application methods:.

  • Embassy Track: You submit your application to the Korean Embassy in your home country.
  • University Track: You apply directly to a participating Korean university.

The application process and requirements can differ depending on your country. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is recommended that you visit the official website and carefully review the specific application instructions.

Requirements & preparation

Review eligibility, benefits, and documents before you apply

Benefits & funding

12 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Selected recipients typically receive:
  • Return Air Ticket.
  • Full tuition fees.

Settlement Allowance

Monthly Allowance

1-Year Korean Language Training Fee

  • Degree program Tuition Fee

Thesis (Dissertation) Printing Fee Reimbursement

Medical Allowance

Degree Completion Grants

Korean Proficiency Grants

  • Exploration of Korean culture.
  • Deepen Korean education.
  • Professional and personal development of individuals.
  • Prosperity around the globe.

Duration of Program

  • Associate Degree: 1 year of the Korean language program, 2~3 years of the degree program.
  • Undergraduate Degree: 1 year of the Korean language program, 4~6 years of the degree program.
  • Universities in Which eligible candidates may apply Through Embassy Track for the Gks-u 2026
  • Universities in Which eligible candidates may apply Through the University Track for the Gks-u 2026

Program Quota (embassy Track)

Program Quota (university Track)

Required documents

Prepare these before you apply

  1. 1Application form.
  2. 2Personal statement.
  3. 3Check: How to Make a Perfect Statement of Purpose for Scholarship
  4. 4Study plan.
  5. 5Letter of recommendation.
  6. 6Check: How to Make a Recommendation Letter for a Scholarship
  7. 7GKS applicant agreement.
  8. 8Personal medical assessment.
  9. 9Graduation certificate.
  10. 10Academic transcripts.
  11. 11Proof of the citizenship of parents.
  12. 12Overseas Korean Documentation proof, if any.
  13. 13Valid TOPIK or an English proficiency certificate or English Language Proficiency from a previous institute.
  14. 14Awards and other certificates.
  15. 15Passport copy.
  16. 16How to apply For the Gks Korean Government Undergraduate Scholarship 2026.
  17. 17To apply for the GKS Korean Government scholarship, you can choose from two application methods:.
  18. 18Embassy Track: You submit your application to the Korean Embassy in your home country.
  19. 19University Track: You apply directly to a participating Korean university.
  20. 20The application process and requirements can differ depending on your country. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is recommended that you visit the official website and carefully review the specific application instructions.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationSep 6, 2025
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

South Korea · Asia

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Next step

Ready to apply?

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