Deadline
2025-03-25
Value of Scholarship
Full Scholarship, $21,000 Stipends/Yr, Health Insurance & Other Allowances
$21,000
$21,000
Country Tenable
Korea North
Renewable
No
The KAIST University Graduate Scholarship is designed to support international students by fostering advancements in science, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) offers fully funded scholarships covering tuition, airfare, and monthly living expenses for those pursuing a Master’s or Doctoral (PhD) degree in South Korea.
This prestigious scholarship provides a wide range of academic programs and majors for international students eager to study at KAIST. The funding covers all necessary expenses throughout the duration of the program—2 years for a Master’s degree and 4 years for a PhD, depending on the degree requirements.
Are you fascinated by Korean culture and university life? Applications are now open for the KAIST University Graduate Scholarship 2025 (Fall intake). Final-year undergraduate students expecting to graduate before September 2025 are also eligible to apply.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for the KAIST Scholarship, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Must be an international student (non-Korean nationality).
- For the Master’s degree program: Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree or expect to receive it by August 31, 2025.
- For the Doctoral (PhD) degree program: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or expect to receive it by August 31, 2025.
- Final-year undergraduate students can apply if they anticipate graduating before September 2025.
Scholarship Benefits:
KAIST provides extensive financial support for scholarship recipients, including:
- Full Tuition Fee Coverage
- Master’s degree: Up to 4 semesters
- PhD degree: Up to 8 semesters
- Master’s-PhD Integrated Program: Up to 10 semesters
- Monthly Stipend (Up to 2,500,000 KRW) – Covers accommodation and other living expenses.
- National Health Insurance Coverage
- Part-time Job Opportunities for additional income.
Required Documents for Application:
Applicants must submit the following documents online:
- KAIST Online Application Form
- Previous Degree Certificates (Bachelor’s/Master’s as applicable)
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Scanned Copy of Passport
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Personal Statement
- English Proficiency Document (if applicable)
- English Proficiency Exemptions:
- Applicants from native English-speaking countries or officially recognized English-speaking countries are exempt.
- Those who completed their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a native English-speaking country do not need to submit an English proficiency test report.
- National Identity Documents of Both Parents
Apply now and take the first step toward studying at one of Korea’s top universities!
How to Apply for the KAIST University Graduate Scholarship 2025
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the KAIST University Graduate Scholarship 2025 by following these steps:
- Visit the KAIST Scholarship Webpage – Click the link below to access the official application portal.
- Complete the Online Application Form – Fill out all required fields using the provided link.
- Upload Required Documents – Ensure all necessary attachments are submitted before the deadline.
- Pay the Application Fee – Process the required payment and submit your application.
Start your application today and take a step closer to studying at KAIST!
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