Korean Government Scholarship

Introduction 

The Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP), now known as the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), is a highly competitive and fully funded scholarship initiative aimed at attracting international students to pursue undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. degrees in South Korea. Here are the key details:

 Overview

Host Country:

 South Korea

Scholarship Levels:

Undergraduate, Master's, Ph.D., and Research Programs

Number of Scholarships:

 Approximately 2,200 scholarships for graduate studies and varying numbers for undergraduate programs

Eligibility:

 Applicants must be from countries designated by the Korean government and should not hold Korean citizenship.

Financial Coverage

The GKS provides extensive financial support, including:

Full Tuition Fee:

 Covers the entire cost of tuition for the duration of the program.

Monthly Allowance:

 KRW 900,000 for undergraduate students and KRW 1,000,000 for graduate students.

Resettlement Allowance:

KRW 200,000 upon arrival in Korea.

Airfare:

Round-trip tickets provided.

Medical Insurance:

Comprehensive health insurance coverage.

Language Training:

 One year of Korean language training (if needed).

Research Support:

 Financial aid for research activities.

Completion Grant:

 Provided upon successful completion of the degree.

Duration

Master's Degree: 

3 years (1 year of Korean language training + 2 years of degree program)

Doctoral Degree:

4 years (1 year of Korean language training + 3 years of degree program)

Research Program:

 6 months or 1 year

Undergraduate Program:

 5 years (1 year of Korean language training + 4 years of degree program)

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Requirements:

Minimum GPA requirements vary but generally require a CGPA of at least 2.64/4.0 or equivalent.

Health:

Applicants must be in good physical and mental health.

Age Limit:

Typically, applicants for undergraduate programs must be under 25 years old, and those for graduate programs under 40 years old.

Application Process

The application process involves two tracks:

Embassy Track:

 Applicants apply through the Korean Embassy in their home country.

University Track:

Applicants apply directly to a participating Korean university.

Each track has its own specific guidelines and deadlines, so it is crucial to check the specific requirements for your country or the university you are applying to.

 Required Documents

 Application form

 Personal statement and study plan

 Letters of recommendation

 Proof of citizenship

Academic transcripts

 Medical assessment form

 Certificate of graduation (or proof of expected graduation)

 Language proficiency certificates (if applicable)

 Important Links

 [Official GKS Website]

(https://www.studyinkorea.go.kr)

 [2024 GKS Guidelines and Application Forms]

(https://gksscholarship.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-GKS-G-Application-Guidelines-English.pdf)

 (https://gksscholarship.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-GKS-G-Application-Guidelines-English.pdf#:~:text=URL%3A%20https%3A%2F%2Fgksscholarship.com%2Fwp)

 (https://opportunitiescorners.com/gks-korean-government-scholarship-2024/) 

(https://joyofkorean.com/gks-undergraduate/) 

(https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/2024-global-korea-scholarship-program-for-graduate-study-in-south-korea/).

For further details, you can visit the official [GKS website](https://www.studyinkorea.go.kr) which provides comprehensive information about the scholarship program, including the application guidelines, deadlines, and required documents.