Applications are now open for the KAIST University Graduate Scholarship for the Fall 2024 intake (Regular Track), offering fully funded opportunities to study in South Korea. This scholarship is available for both Master's and Ph.D. degree programs at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) in Daejeon, South Korea. The Fall intake is scheduled to commence in September 2024, and students from around the world are encouraged to apply.
KAIST University is a prestigious public institution known for its excellence in education and research. With the goal of attracting international talent, the Korean government aims to host 300,000 international students in its universities. International students can also explore opportunities such as the GKS Korean Government Scholarship 2024 for Graduate programs at KAIST University.
Financial Support at KAIST:
- KAIST University Scholarship: Covers tuition fees for up to 4 semesters, monthly stipend, and health insurance premium.
- KAIST Global Presidential Scholarship (KGPS): Provides full tuition grant and monthly stipend for 4 semesters.
- GKS (Global Korea Scholarship): Korean Government scholarship covering airfare, monthly allowance, settlement allowance, language training fee, and tuition.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to international students without Korean citizenship.
- Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree for Master's programs or a master's degree for Ph.D. programs.
- Proficiency in English with specified minimum scores in TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, or TEPS. Waivers are available for certain countries.
Degrees and Programs Offered:
Various programs are available across different colleges, including Natural Sciences, Engineering, Liberal Arts and Convergence Science, and Business. The majority of lectures are conducted in English, offering a conducive environment for international students.
Benefits of the KAIST University Scholarship
Total Tuition Fee Exemption for 4 semesters for Master’s degree candidates, 10 for Master’s-Ph.D. integrated degree candidates, and 8 semesters for Ph.D. degree candidates.
Monthly Stipend Guarantee: KRW 350,000 for Master’s programs and KRW 400,000 for Ph.D. programs
Monthly National Health Insurance Premium
Many students do part-time jobs here in South Korea for Fun, time passes, and to make more money.
Benefits of KAIST Global Presidential Scholarship (KGPS)
Full Tuition Grant: 4 semesters
Monthly Stipend Guarantee: KRW 1,000,000 for 4 semesters
Benefits of the GKS (Global Korea Scholarship)
This is a Korean Government scholarship program. And currently, as of (4th March 2024), it is open for graduate degree programs.
The GKS program covers airfare, monthly allowance, settlement allowance, language training fee, and tuition.
Application Process:
- Complete the online application form available on the official KAIST website.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee.
- Review FAQs and guidelines provided on the official scholarship announcement page.
How to Apply for the KAIST University Scholarship (Fall 2024 Intake)
Complete the Online Application Form. The online application system is available on this link: https://apply.kaist.ac.kr/InterGradApply/
Pay an $80 or KRW 80,000 application Fee and it is non-refundable.
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Don't miss this opportunity to pursue your graduate studies at one of Korea's leading institutions. Apply now for the KAIST University Graduate Scholarship for the Fall 2024 intake and embark on a transformative academic journey in South Korea.
