What is GKS‑U
- GKS‑U is a Korean government scholarship (through NIIED) for international students to do undergraduate degrees in South Korea. 9jaPolyTv+3kotokiven.com+3EpoMag Opportunities Org+3
- It’s “fully funded,” meaning tuition, language training, airfare, stipend, etc., are covered. kotokiven.com+3Opportunities Radar+3careerone.vn+3
Who can apply (Eligibility)
Here are the usual eligibility criteria:
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be a citizen of a GKS‑partner country; applicant and parents must not be Korean citizens. Dual nationality with Korea generally disqualifies. 9jaPolyTv+3kotokiven.com+3ScholarshipSet+3 |
| Age | Under 25 years old as of a specific cut‑off date (for 2026: born after March 1, 2001) for undergraduates. EpoMag Opportunities Org+39jaPolyTv+3kotokiven.com+3 |
| Education/Academic | Must have completed high school (or be expected to graduate by a specified date) and have good grades (top 20% of class, or ≥ ~80% equivalent, or certain GPA thresholds depending on scale). kotokiven.com+39jaPolyTv+3Scholarship Region+3 |
| Health | Physically and mentally healthy; no major impediments to overseas study. kotokiven.com+1 |
| Others | Must not already hold a bachelor’s degree; some restrictions about previously studying in Korea under similar scholarships; no criminal record. 9jaPolyTv+2EpoMag Opportunities Org+2 |
What the Scholarship Covers (Benefits)
Here are the common benefits provided by GKS‑U:
- Full tuition and admission fees at the host Korean university. kotokiven.com+2Opportunities Radar+2
- One year of intensive Korean language training if needed; some advanced speakers with high TOPIK level may be exempted. careerone.vn+3kotokiven.com+3cekrel+3
- Monthly stipend / living allowance (≈ ₩900,000 KRW per month in many cases for degree students) kotokiven.com+3Opportunities Radar+3careerone.vn+3
- Round‑trip airfare (economy class) to/from Korea. kotokiven.com+2Opportunities Radar+2
- Settlement allowance after arrival. careerone.vn+1
- Medical insurance. kotokiven.com+2Opportunities Radar+2
- Additional support like thesis printing, TOPIK exam fee incentives, degree completion grants in some cases. Opportunities Radar+2careerone.vn+2
Important Dates & Deadline
- Embassy Track: deadline around 30 September 2025 in many countries. EpoMag Opportunities Org+2Asia Daily+2
- University Track: deadline around 31 October 2025. EpoMag Opportunities Org+2Asia Daily+2
- Final results are usually announced in January 2026. Asia Daily+2EpoMag Opportunities Org+2
Things to Check / Know
- Even though some sources say no language certificate required, having a good score in English or Korean (TOPIK) can strengthen the application. Some universities might require them. cekrel+1
- Be careful with document translations, notarizations, graduation certificates, etc.
- Each university might have its own additional requirements or majors with restrictions. Some majors (medicine, dentistry, etc.) may have quotas or limitations. Apply Scholarships+1
