Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship 2027

Applications for the GKS Scholarship 2027, also known as the Global Korea Scholarship 2027, are open now for international students who want to pursue ther studies in South Korea for free on a fully funded scholarship by the Korean Government.

The Global Korea Scholarship 2027 (GKS Scholarship 2027) is a Korean government scholarship designed to give international students an opportunity to study at higher education institutions in South Korea.

The objective of the scholarship is not only to support international students academically, but also to promote international educational exchange and strengthen friendship between Korea and participating countries.

The 2027 Global Korea Scholarship for Undergraduate Degrees (GKS-U) is administered by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED). For 2027, the Korean government plans to invite international students from all over the world through the Embassy Track and University Track.

• Table of Content
• About Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
• Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship
• Requirements for Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship

Application Deadline	Not Specified
Country to study	Korea
Type	Undergraduate
Sponsor	Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship

• Airfare – Round-trip economy class flight ticket provided.
• Tuition Fees – Up to 5 million KRW per semester (excess covered by universities if tuition is higher).
• Korean Language Training – 1 year of intensive Korean language program at a designated institution
• Monthly Allowance – Stipend of around KRW 1,000,000 to 1,500,000 depending on program type.
  • Korean language program: 12,840,000 KRW per year
  • Degree program: 13,680,000 KRW per year
• Settlement Allowance – One-time allowance provided upon arrival.
• Medical Insurance – Health insurance for the duration of the scholarship.
• Research Support – Extra financial aid for thesis printing, academic materials, and field research.
• Completion Grant – Awarded at the end of the program to support transition after graduation.
• Korean Proficiency Grant – Scholars with advanced Korean language skills (TOPIK 5 or 6) may receive additional support.

Requirements for Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification

• Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of NIIED-designated countries. Parents must also not hold Korean citizenship. Dual citizens with Korean nationality are not eligible. UIC program is open to all nationalities.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s program: High school graduates (or expected to graduate by Dec 31, 2026).
  • Associate program: High school graduates (or expected to graduate by Dec 31, 2026).
  • Applicants with a bachelor’s degree cannot apply.
  • Expected graduates must submit proof of graduation by Dec 31, 2026.
• Grades:
  • At least 80% or top 20% of class, OR
  • Minimum CGPA: 2.64/4.0, 2.80/4.3, 2.91/4.5, or 3.23/5.0.
• Age: Must be under 25 years old (born after March 1, 2002).
• Health: Must be in good physical and mental health.
• Restrictions:
  • Graduates (or expected graduates) of Korean high schools, associate degree programs, or online Korean programs are not eligible.
  • Applicants who previously received a Korean government scholarship for a degree are not eligible.
  • Duplicate applications to multiple tracks/universities are not allowed.

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Wageningen University Masters Scholarship to Study in Netherlands 2027/2028

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

There are two different application procedures for the GKS Scholarship 2027, depending on your track:

1. GKS Scholarship 2027 Embassy Track Application

Embassy Track applications are submitted online through the Study in Korea website.

The official application period is:

• Opening: September 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM KST
• Deadline: September 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM KST
• Applicants must create an account on Study in Korea, complete the required sections and upload the required documents.
• Apply through the official Study in Korea website

2. GKS Scholarship 2027 University Track Application

• University Track applicants do not apply through the Study in Korea online application system.
• Instead, applicants must apply directly according to the submission method specified by their chosen university, which could include submission by mail, in person or another method determined by the university.
• The University Track application period runs generally from:
• September to November 2026

However, the exact deadline differs by university.

For more information, kindly visit Global Korea Scholarship webpage.