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Global Korea Scholarship (GKS): Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS): Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students

The Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP), now known as the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), offers fully funded scholarships for international students to pursue undergraduate and graduate programs in South Korea. Here are the key details:

1. Program Overview
• Eligibility: Applicants must be citizens of countries that have diplomatic relations with South Korea[1]. Specific age and academic requirements vary by scholarship type:
o Undergraduate: Applicants must be under 25 years old and have completed high school[1].
o Graduate: Applicants must be under 40 years old and have a bachelor's degree or equivalent[1].
• Funding: Scholarships cover full tuition fees, round-trip airfare, a monthly living stipend, medical insurance, and other allowances[1].
• Duration: Scholarships are provided for the duration of the academic program, including a one-year Korean language training program if required[1].
2. Benefits
• Tuition Fees: Full coverage of tuition fees for the duration of the scholarship[1].
• Living Stipend: Approximately 1,000,000 KRW per month[1].
• Airfare: Round-trip economy class airfare[1].
• Medical Insurance: Full coverage during the scholarship period[1].
• Additional Allowances: Settlement allowance, research allowance, and degree completion grants[1].
3. Application Process
• Embassy Track: Applicants apply through the Korean embassy in their home country[2].
• University Track: Applicants apply directly to Korean universities, which then recommend candidates to NIIED (National Institute for International Education)[2].
4. How to Apply
1. Check Eligibility: Review the specific eligibility criteria for the scholarship type you are interested in[2].
2. Prepare Documents: Gather necessary documents, including academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and proof of language proficiency (TOPIK, TOEFL, or IELTS)[2].
3. Submit Application: Follow the application guidelines provided by the Korean embassy or the university[2].

For more detailed information, visit the Study in Korea website[2].

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References

[1] GKS Scholarship (KGSP) - Eligibility, Deadline, Application Process ...

[2] 2024 Korean Government Scholarship Program(KGSP) for International ...

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