Admissions for Spring 2026 are now open at KAIST University, one of the world’s leading institutions. Are you ready to begin your academic journey in South Korea? Inspired by the vibrant Korean lifestyle and university culture?
The KAIST University Graduate Scholarship (Spring 2026 intake) is now accepting applications from international students worldwide. This fully funded opportunity is available for Master’s, PhD, and Master’s leading to PhD programs. Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply.
Find below the details on the application process, scholarship benefits, and eligibility requirements for the KAIST Graduate Scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria :
- Only foreign applicants who are not Korean citizens may apply.
- A bachelor’s degree is required of applicants to the Master’s program.
- Proof of a Master’s degree is required for PhD applicants.
- Students in their final year of undergraduate or graduate school may also apply.
- English is used to teach between 80 and 90 percent of the courses.
South Korea is the host nation.
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) is the name of the university.
Master’s and Ph.D. candidates are eligible.
Study Start Date: March 2, 2026
Benefits in terms of money: fully funded
Benefits :
Complete waiver of tuition fees:
- Master’s students have four semesters.
- Ten semesters for students enrolled in integrated Master’s–PhD programs
- For PhD students, eight semesters
- A monthly allowance to assist with living expenditures and housing
- Coverage of national health insurance
Deadline: 2nd September 2025
