The Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP) also called the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) supports international students to study at top universities in South Korea. It gives money help and also promotes world education exchange. It builds friendships between Korea and other countries. Here you can see the complete details about GKS Scholarship Benefits.
Scholarship Overview
| Study in | South Korea |
| Available for | International applicants |
| Degree level | Graduate (Master’s, PhD, Research) |
| Scholarship type | Fully funded |
| Covers | Tuition, airfare, living costs, language training, extra support |
1. Airfare
- Economy class flight ticket is fully covered.
- The scholarship pays the actual expense for your travel to Korea at the start of the program and back home after completion.
2. Tuition Fees
- Tuition fees are covered up to 5 million KRW per semester.
- If tuition is higher, the host university pays the remaining amount.
- Admission fees are also covered by the university.
3. Monthly Allowance
The monthly allowance depends on the program you are enrolled in:
| Program | Annual Allowance | Monthly Equivalent |
| Korean Language Program | 14,160,000 KRW | ~1.18 million KRW |
| Degree Program | 15,720,000 KRW | ~1.31 million KRW |
| Research Program | 19,800,000 KRW | ~1.65 million KRW |
This allowance is meant to cover housing, food, transport, and daily expenses.
4. Training Fees for Korean Language
- 5.2 million KRW is given for four parts of Korean language training.
- This training helps students get used to life in Korea and do well in their school programs.
5. Additional Support for Korean Proficiency
- Students who get TOPIK Level 5 or 6 receive a Korean Skill Grant.
- This extra help encourages students to better their Korean skills.
Exceptions
The Korean Proficiency Grant does not apply to:
- Scholars in the Global Network Program
- Scholars in the Research Program
- Current academic professors in 100% English-taught programs
- Students in the IRTS Korean Language Program who achieve TOPIK Level 3 or higher
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Final Advice
The GKS Graduate Scholarship 2026 is more than just financial aid. It is a chance to:
- Study at top Korean universities
- Gain international experience
- Build global networks
- Learn and improve Korean language skills
- Explore Korean culture and society
If you prepare your papers carefully and meet the rules this scholarship can open doors to a world class education and a bright future.