Applicant criteria
- 18 - 35
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Scholarship Levels
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
Postdoctoral Research Programs (in certain years)
Available Fields of Study
GKS supports a wide range of academic fields such as:
Science & Technology
Engineering
Health & Medical Sciences
Business & Economics
Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
Social Sciences & Humanities
Energy & Environmental Studies
Application Deadline
Application periods vary by year but typically open in the first half of the year and close on specific announced dates.
Applicants should check the official GKS portal for exact dates.
Benefits
The GKS scholarship offers:
Full tuition coverage
Monthly stipend / living allowance
Round-trip airfare
Housing support or allowance
Health insurance
Research support (for graduate levels)
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant must be a national of an eligible country (most Arab countries included)
Appropriate academic qualifications for the degree level applied
English or Korean language proficiency depending on the program
Must commit to full-time study in the Republic of Korea
Age Requirements
- Bachelor’s programs: Applicants are generally under 25 years old.
- Master’s & PhD programs: Usually no strict age limit, but requirements vary by year and institution.
(Always verify with the current official GKS guidelines)
Language Requirements
English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) is commonly required
Korean language proficiency is recommended for programs taught in Korean