The GKS Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 is a great opportunity for international students. Students can now apply for the Global Korea Scholarship 2026 for the undergraduate program. The GKS Undergraduate scholarship 2026 is a Fully Funded opportunity to study in Korea. Students can apply for the Bachelor’s Degree through this scholarship program in South Korea. This scholarship is open to all GKS partner countries. This scholarship will be awarded to approximately 280 students to commence their Bachelor’s degree in South Korea in 2026. This is a Korean Government scholarship for international students, fully funded. It will cover all expenses of the students. IELTS is not needed for this scholarship. Apply before the deadline to get accepted by the university. Below are the details of the GKS Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 in South Korea.
More Details of the GKS Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 in South Korea:
- Country: South Korea
- Degree Offered: Bachelor’s degree
- Number of Scholarships: 367
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline:
- Embassy Track: 30th September 2025
- University Track: 31st October 2025
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Embassy Track?
In this track, you have to apply through the Korean Embassy in your country.
University Track?
In this track, you can directly apply to the designated universities.
Time of the Program:
Associate Degree: 1 year for the Korean language program, and 2-3 years for the degree
Undergraduate Degree: 1 year for the Korean language program, and 4-6 years for the degree.
Financial Benefits of the GKS Undergraduate Scholarship 2026:
This scholarship will cover the following expenses:
- Round-trip airfare ticket
- Full tuition fees
- Settlement allowance
- Monthly Stipend
- 1 year for the Korean language training fee
- Degree program tuition fee
- Thesis printing fee
- Korean Proficiency Grants
- Degree Completion Grants
- Deepen Korean education
- Medical allowance
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List of Universities through Embassy Track for GKS-U:
Type A Universities (30 Institutions):
Ajou University, Chung-Ang University, Dankook University, Dongguk University, Duksung Women’s University, Ewha Womans University, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Hansung University, Hanyang University, Hongik University, Incheon National University, Inha University, Konkuk University, Kookmin University, Korea University, Kyung Hee University, Myongji University, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Seokyeong University, Seoul National University, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Shinhan University, Sogang University, Sookmyung Women’s University, Sungkyunkwan University, Sungshin Women’s University, Tech University of Korea, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), University of Seoul, and Yonsei University.
Type B Universities (39 Institutions):
Busan University of Foreign Studies, Cheongju University, Chonnam National University, Chosun University, Chungbuk National University, Chungnam National University, Daegu Catholic University, Daegu University, Daejeon University, Dong-A University, Dongseo University, Gyeongbuk National University, Gyeongsang National University, Hannam University, Hoseo University, Inje University, Jeju National University, Jeonbuk National University, Kangwon National University, Keimyung University, Kongju National University, Konyang University, Korea Maritime & Ocean University, Korea University of Technology and Education (KOREATECH), Korea University Sejong Campus, Kunsan National University, Kyungpook National University, Kyungsung University, Mokwon University, Pai Chai University, Pukyong National University, Pusan National University, Semyung University, Silla University, Soonchunhyang University, Sun Moon University, Sunchon National University, University of Ulsan, and Yeungnam University
List of Universities through University Track:
Associate Degree Universities (9 Institutions):
Dong Eui Institute of Technology, Gumi University, Hanyang Women’s University, Hosan University, Korea University of Media Arts, Kyungbok University, Osan University, Vision College of Jeonju, and Yeungjin University.
UIC Bachelor’s Degree Universities (13 Institutions):
Ajou University, Daegu University, Dong-A University, Inje University, Keimyung University, Konyang University, Kookmin University, Korea University of Technology and Education (KOREATECH), Sungshin Women’s University, and Yeungnam University.
UIC Associate Degree Universities (2 Institutions):
Dong Eui Institute of Technology, Kyungbok University, and Osan University.
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Program Quota (Embassy Track):
- Embassy Track: 150 Scholars from 71 countries
- Overseas Korean: 7 scholars from 7 countries
R-GK: 61 Scholars from 56 countries

Program Quota (University Track):
- Associate Degree: 30 Scholars from 71 countries
- University Industry Cooperation (UIC) Program: 100 Scholars
- The UIC Program is open to all nationals

Eligibility Criteria:
- Students should be citizens of the Global Korean Scholarship Partner country
- You should not have a bachelor’s degree
- Academic score (CGPA) must meet one of the following:
- Above 2.64 out of 4.0
- Above 2.80 out of 4.3
- Above 2.91 out of 4.5
- Above 3.23 out of 5.0
- Score percentage must be 80% or higher
- Age should be under 25
- Good health
- No criminal record
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Documents Required for the GKS:
- Application form
- Statement of purpose
- Study plan
- Recommendation letter
- GKS applicant agreement
- Personal medical assessment
- Graduation certificate
- Proof of citizenship of parents
- Academic transcripts
- Awards and certificates
- Passport copy
- Valid TOPIK or an English proficiency certificate from a previous institute
How to Apply for the GKS Undergraduate Scholarship 2026?
- You can choose from two methods to apply for the scholarship
- Embassy Track: Submit your application through the embassy in your country
- University Track: Apply directly to the participating university
- Visit the official website for accurate and relevant information
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