The National Institute for International Education (NIIED), a division of the Korean government, is in charge of the fully financed Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Exchange Students. It is intended for foreign students who have been formally accepted into exchange programs at Korean universities with accreditation. Students can concentrate entirely on their academic and cultural experiences in Korea thanks to the scholarship’s extensive financial support, which includes tuition coverage, living stipends, flights, health insurance, and settlement allowances.
The GKS initiative seeks to advance international collaboration, academic mobility, and cultural exchange in higher education. It promotes the growth of international networks, the development of global viewpoints, and a deeper comprehension of Korean society, culture, and higher education systems.Participants have the chance to engage with Korean and international students, learn in a vibrant and cutting-edge academic setting, and take part in professional and cultural development initiatives run by NIIED and host universities.
The program offers a platform for improving research, academic skills, and cross-cultural competencies and is accessible to students from a variety of fields. GKS scholars frequently participate in extracurricular activities, internships, and community projects outside of the classroom, enhancing their professional and personal development and adding to international academic networks.
Host Country: South Korea
University: South Korea Universities
Opportunity Type: Non-Degree, Bachelor, Masters
Subject: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- must be an officially recognized exchange student at a partner university in Korea.
- must be proposed by the home university’s foreign office.
- must fulfill the academic standards set forth by the host and home universities.
- Korean nationality is not required (dual nationals of Korea are typically ineligible).
- must perform well academically and keep up a healthy physical and mental state.
- must commit to abiding by all NIIED regulations during the exchange term.
Benefits:
- Living Allowance: 630,000 KRW per month, usually paid at the end of the month to cover everyday expenditures, lodging, and meals.
- Airfare Support: The maximum reimbursable sum for each academic year is set by NIIED and covers round-trip airfare from the student’s home country to Korea and return.
- Extra Benefits: Depending on NIIED regulations and revisions, more support may be given in the form of settlement allowances, orientation programs, or funding for cultural activities.
- Flexibility: All students are urged to confirm information upon selection, as specific advantages and quantities may differ significantly depending on the host university or year.
- Goal: The money is intended to pay for necessities so that students can concentrate entirely on their coursework, research, and cultural exchange activities in Korea.
Deadline: June for Fall semester intake
