Scholarship Description:
International and domestic students can now apply for the Seoul National University South Korea Scholarships for the academic year 2025–2026. This fully financed scholarship opportunity supports all disciplines taught at Seoul National University at the Masters and PhD levels. The deadline for applications is March 7, 2025.
Degree Level: Masters and PhD programs at Seoul National University are eligible to apply for the Seoul National University South Korea Scholarships 2025–2026.
Subjects Offered: Seoul National University offers scholarships in every subject.
Benefits of Scholarship:
- Full waiver of tuition fees for a predetermined number of semesters.
- The amount of living expenditure support varies based on the scholarship program and the majors of the awardees.
- coverage for one round-trip economy flight.
- Korean language instruction with time-limited, fee-exempt options.
- Health insurance protection.
Extra Advantages:
- SPF: Reimbursement of National Health Insurance fees.
- GSFS: No information provided.
- Koreans living abroad The maximum scholarship amount for four semesters is 900,000 KRW per month for living expenses.
- KGSP/GKS: Research fund, printing charges for the thesis, settlement, and return costs.
All nationalities, both native and foreign, are eligible to apply for these scholarships.
Concerning the University:
One of the best-known and oldest universities in South Korea is Seoul National University (SNU), which is situated in the center of the city. Since its founding in 1946, SNU has always maintained a reputation for academic distinction and international acclaim. Students from all over the world are drawn to SNU because of its varied variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in numerous disciplines and its reputation for research, innovation, and academic quality. Modern amenities on the expansive campus of the institution promote a vibrant academic environment. Collaboration with foreign institutions, which gives students chances for cross-cultural interaction and a worldwide viewpoint, further demonstrates SNU’s global reach. As an international center for academic excellence and innovation, SNU is sustained by its dedication to promoting intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and cultural awareness.
The esteemed faculty of SNU, many of whom are leaders in their disciplines, contributes to the school’s reputation. Due in large part to the university’s concentration on research, it has become a key player in the international academic community and has produced ground-breaking discoveries and advancements across fields. Seoul National University continues to be at the vanguard of influencing the direction of innovation, research, and education in South Korea and beyond thanks to its rich history, dedication to excellence, and global perspective.
The following requirements must be satisfied by applicants in order to be eligible for each scholarship program:
Program for SNU President Fellowship (SPF):
- Hold a Ph.D. and teach at a prestigious university in a developing nation.
- be a freshly admitted Ph.D. candidate at SNU, with faculty members from prestigious universities in poor nations being given preference.
Outstanding Foreign Students’ Graduate Scholarship (GSFS):
- Non-Korean candidates that are enrolled or just graduated from nations that qualify.
- I applied to SNU and was accepted.
- submitted an application to the chosen university or institution taking part in the GSFS Program.
Koreans Studying Abroad: Offers graduate programs at SNU for Korean students studying abroad under the Korean.
Government Scholarship Program (KGSP/GKS): Available to foreign applicants wishing to enroll in graduate programs at SNU.
Total Recipients:
SPF: Every semester, about eight grantees.
GSFS: About 20 people were served.
Koreans living abroad Scholarship: Not stated.
KGSP/GKS: 40–60 grantees per year, roughly.
How to Apply:
Those who wish to apply for any of the scholarships must do the following standard actions:
- For admission to SNU’s graduate programs during the international student admissions period, submit an online application.
- On the application form, check the box labeled “Application for Scholarship.”
Method of Selection:
- SPF: Application materials are submitted to SNU OIA; admissions results are obtained; interviews follow; decision is communicated.
- GSFS: Admission documents are used to make the selection, which is then communicated to the relevant colleges or schools.
- Koreans living abroad Scholarship: Apply to Korean embassies; the Overseas Koreans Foundation will make the ultimate decision once the embassies make the first selection.
- KGSP/GKS: Select either the University Recommendation Program or the Embassy Recommendation Program throughout the application process. The National Institute for International Education will then make the decision.
Get in touch:
Personnel at SNU in charge: intlscholarship@snu.ac.kr; +82-2-880-2519.
Scholarship@okf.or.kr, +82-64-786-0274; Overseas Koreans Foundation.
KGSP/GKS: staff at SNU in charge; email: snuadmit2@snu.ac.kr; phone: +82-2-880-6971.Note: The Fall application period is now closed. The new deadline for the 2025–2026 school year will be revealed shortly.
Apply Here:https://en.snu.ac.kr/admission/overview/notice?md=v&bbsidx=145662
