Merit-based support for international students; multiple tracks with different benefits.
tudents may apply for the programs before or during the admission application period.
The KAIST Undergraduate Scholarship is a fully funded program offered to international students who want to study for a bachelor’s degree in South Korea. It is one of the best scholarships in Asia for students interested in science, engineering, and technology. KAIST provides high-quality education in English and supports global students with tuition, living costs, and other benefits.
Overseas Korean students who wish to take undergraduate degrees at SNU
International students from developing countries in the DAC list of ODA Recipients
Self-financed international students in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year
Overall GPA and previous semester’s GPA must be over 80 out of a possible 100
The Global Korea Scholarship 2026 (GKS Scholarship 2026) is one of the most prestigious fully funded scholarships in the world, giving international students the chance to pursue higher education in South Korea. Sponsored by the Korean government and managed by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED), this scholarship supports talented individuals to study at leading Korean universities while fostering mutual understanding between Korea and participating countries.