GIST University Scholarship 2025 in South Korea (Fully Funded)

GIST University Scholarship is now accepting applications for the Spring 2025 intake. This fully funded scholarship is open to international students for Master’s, Ph.D., and Integrated M.S./Ph.D. programs. GIST, located in Gwangju, South Korea, offers various degree programs and does not charge an application fee—unlike many South Korean universities such as KAIST and UST. All international students applying are automatically considered for the GIST Scholarship, which covers tuition fees, accommodation, meals, monthly stipends, health insurance, and flight tickets. The medium of instruction is English. also see World Youth Leadership Conference (WYLC) 2025 in Thailand

Details of GIST University Scholarship 2025

• Host Country: South Korea
• University: Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
• Degree Levels: Master’s, Ph.D.
• Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 11th October 2024, 17:00 (KST)

Available Degree Programs and Duration

• Master of Science (M.S.): 2 years
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.): 4 years
• Integrated M.S./Ph.D.: Maximum of 8 years

Financial Benefits

The GIST Scholarship for international students covers:

• Full tuition fee
• Monthly stipend
• Research stipend for students in research projects
• Housing
• 60% health insurance coverage
• Annual medical checkup
• One-way flight reimbursement

Note: A one-time matriculation fee of 680,000 KRW is required for all newly admitted students.

English Language Proficiency Exemption

All courses are conducted in English. Applicants can apply without an English language test score, but successful applicants must submit their scores later. Graduates from English-speaking countries (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, USA) can apply without test scores. Other applicants must submit TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, or TEPS scores.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to applicants from all countries.
• Must hold a bachelor’s degree equivalent to a Korean bachelor’s degree.
• All required documents must be submitted.

Required Documents

• Official degrees and transcripts (or notarized copies)
• Two letters of recommendation
• Official English language test report
• Passport copy

How to Apply

1. Submit the online application and upload required documents.
2. The International Admissions Coordinator will review and confirm your application.
3. Notification of admission results will be sent.

Apply for the GIST University Scholarship