Apply for the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS-U) 2026 – Fully Funded Undergraduate Degrees in South Korea

The Global Korea Scholarship – Undergraduate (GKS-U) is a prestigious, fully funded scholarship provided by the Korean Government through NIIED, designed to support international students pursuing bachelor’s and associate degree programs in South Korea.

What Does It Cover?

Scholarship benefits include:

• Tuition fees
• Return airfare
• One-year Korean language program fee
• Monthly allowances
• Settlement and medical allowances
• Graduation support and TOPIK incentives

Application Tracks & Deadlines

There are two application routes:

• Embassy Track: Submit your application via the Korean Embassy in your country.
  • Deadline: 30 September 2025
• University Track: Apply directly to designated Korean universities.
  • Deadline: 31 October 2025

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a GKS partner country
• Be under 25 years old as of March 1, 2026
• Hold a high school diploma (or equivalent) and not already possess a bachelor’s degree
• Maintain strong academic records (CGPA ≥80%)
• Be in good health, with no criminal record

Why You Should Apply

• Scholarly support includes language training, university tuition, and living expenses
• Opportunity to study in Korea’s vibrant academic and innovation environment
• Language transition is achievable—many previous scholars developed near fluent Korean during the language phase