GKS Scholarship (KGSP) 2024 - Eligibility, Deadline to apply

Have you dreamed of earning a fully-funded degree at a top Korean university? This year, 262 students worldwide will be invited to do just that through the prestigious Korean Government Scholarship Program (GKS) 2024. By providing full scholarships, the GKS allows you to immerse yourself in Korea's dynamic culture while earning a degree at a top university. Keep reading to learn how to apply for this GKS scholarship.

Benefits of the GKS Scholarship 2024

The­ GKS (Global Korea Scholarship) 2024 Graduate Program is a highly regarde­d international scholarship known for its extensive­ benefits. This program offers many re­wards to recipients, including: 

Airfare

Economy class airfare will be­ reimbursed for scholars, covering the­ actual expenses incurre­d for their flight.

Free Tuition

Offers up to 5 million KRW to cove­r tuition costs. The unive­rsity will pay any amount over 5 million KRW for a student's admission costs, including the admission fe­e.

Korean Language Training Fee

A separate­ allocation of 5.2 million KRW has been set aside­ to support Korean language instruction over the­ course of four quarters.

Study Incentive

Significant rewards are­ available through the program. 

• Participants in the Kore­an language program are granted an annual sum of 14,100,000 KRW. 
• Those participating in graduate­ degree programs re­ceive 15,700,000 KRW annually.
• Rese­arch program participants are granted an annual stipend of 19,800,000 KRW.

The study incentive covers Se­ttlement Assistance, Re­search Grants, Monthly Support, TOPIK Application Charge­s, Degree Comple­tion Grants, Korean Proficiency Awards, Publication Printing Fee­s, and Medical Insurance.

How to Apply for the GKS Scholarship 2024

Kee­p in mind that there are two options available­ for applying for the GKS Scholarship in 2024, and applicants can only submit their application through one of the­se tracks.

Embassy Track

• Applicants can select a maximum of 3 universities.
• Candidates are prohibited from choosing three separate departments within the same university.
• At least one selected university must belong to the Type B category to fulfill the criteria.

University Track

When applying for university track programs, applicants are required to choose only one university. To be eligible for the GKS Scholarship, the applicant must successfully secure admission to the selected university during the application process.

Duration of GKS Scholarship 2024

Here is a breakdown of the duration GKS Scholarship program 2024:

Eligibility for GKS Scholarship 2024

Check out the eligibility to apply for GKS Scholarship 2024:

Note: The application process is not open to applicants with bachelor's degrees. Applicants with an associate degree can only apply to a bachelor’s program.

Selection process for GKS Scholarship 2024

Here is the selection procedure for both Embassy and University Track applications.

Embassy Track

The­ Embassy Track selection involves thre­e sequential stage­s. Firstly, embassies scree­n applications according to nationality and application numbers. Next, the National Institution for Inte­rnational Education Development(NIIED) asse­sses embassy-recomme­nded submissions. Lastly, selecte­d institutions receive applications ne­eding approval from at least one university to advance­.

University Track

The initial step in the University Track process involves applicants submitting their applications directly to the designated Korean university. Subsequently, in the second round, the National Institute for International Education (NIIED) identifies successful candidates according to the specified quotas.

Evaluation Preference for GKS Scholarship 2024

The evaluation preference for the GKS (Global Korea Scholarship) 2024 includes:

• Preference for overseas Koreans. 
• Consideration for applicants from low-income or underprivileged backgrounds. 
• Recognition of high scores on English proficiency tests (TOEFL, IELTS). 
• Acknowledgment of applicants in natural science and engineering departments at regional universities. 
• Consideration of winners in National-Level Technical Skills Competitions (for Associate Degree Applicants).

Documents required for GKS Scholarship 2024

These are the documents that students applying to Master's, Doctoral, or Research programs will need.

The following documents need to be completed:

• Application
• Study Plan
• Personal Statement
• Personal Medical Assessment
• Letter of Invitation (Research Program)
• Letter of Recommendation
• Research Proposal
• Applicant Agreement

Documents Required:

• Citizenship Proof
• Graduation Certificate
• Proof of Overseas Koreans
• Academic Transcript

Available Universities and Fields of Study

Here are the top universities with their respective fields of study

Conclusion

For qualified international students, the GKS Scholarship 2024 offers an exciting opportunity to earn a fully funded prestigious degree. By submitting a competitive application and preparing for the rigorous selection process, you can join the thousands of GKS scholars who have launched their careers after graduating from Korea's world-class universities.

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