Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP) 2024

The Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP) is a prestigious scholarship offered by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED) to international students who wish to pursue higher education in South Korea.

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition fee coverage
• Monthly living allowance (1,000,000 KRW for master’s students)
• Settlement allowance (200,000 KRW upon arrival)
• One-way air ticket (economy class)
• Korean language training (1 year)
• Medical insurance
• Korean proficiency grants
• Research support grants for degree students

Eligibility Requirements

1. Nationality

   • Applicants and their parents must be citizens of countries other than Korea
   • Overseas Korean adoptees are eligible

2. Age Limit

   • Under 40 years of age as of September 1, 2024

3. Academic Requirements

   • Bachelor’s degree completed or expected by August 31, 2024
   • Minimum GPA of 2.64 on a 4.0 scale, 2.80 on a 4.3 scale, 2.91 on a 4.5 scale, or 3.23 on a 5.0 scale

4. Health

   • Must be in good health, both physically and mentally

5. Language Proficiency

   • No minimum TOPIK score required at the time of application
   • English proficiency preferred but not mandatory

Available Fields of Study

• Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
• Science, Engineering, and Technology
• Arts and Sports
• Medicine and Healthcare

Application Process

1. Choose Application Track

   • University Track: Apply through a specific Korean university
   • Embassy Track: Apply through the Korean embassy in your country

2. Required Documents

   • Application form
   • Personal statement and study plan
   • Two letters of recommendation
   • Academic transcripts and certificates
   • Medical examination forms
   • Copy of passport
   • Certificates of language proficiency (if applicable)

3. Selection Process

   • Document screening
   • Interview (for shortlisted candidates)
   • Final selection by NIIED

Important Dates

• Application Opens: February 1, 2024
• Embassy Track Deadline: March 31, 2024
• University Track Deadline: Varies by university
• Final Results: June 2024
• Korean Language Course: September 2024
• Degree Program Start: March 2025

Additional Information

Korean Language Program

• One-year intensive Korean language training
• Must achieve TOPIK Level 3 to start degree program
• Additional 6-month language training if TOPIK Level 3 not achieved

University Placement

• Embassy track candidates can choose up to 3 universities
• Final placement decided by NIIED
• Over 60 Korean universities participating

Research Program

• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities
• Opportunities for collaboration with Korean researchers
• Participation in international conferences

Visit the official GKS website for detailed information and application guidelines.