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GKS Scholarship 2025 Graduate – Apply Now

GKS Scholarship 2025 Graduate
GKS Scholarship 2025 Graduate

GKS Scholarship 2025 applications are now open, offering international students a golden opportunity to pursue higher education in South Korea with full financial support. In 2025, the Korean government aims to welcome 1,820 talented students from around the world to enroll in graduate degree programs at top Korean universities.

Before you apply, don’t forget to read this step-by-step guide on how to apply for the Global Korea Scholarship.

How to apply for gks scholarship

The Global Korea Scholarship scholarship covers tuition fees, airfare, living expenses, health insurance, and research support, making it one of the most sought-after scholarships for international students. Applicants can apply via Embassy Track or University Track, the details of which can be found below.

GKS 2025 Programs and Universities

Program Master’s Degree Doctoral Degree Research 
Period 1 year of Korean language program  + 2 years of degree program 1 year of Korean language program  + 3 years of degree program 6 months  or 1 year 
GKS Scholarship 2025 Programs and Universities

GKS 2025 Application Tracks

In 2025, the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) will select 1,820 students— 720 through the Embassy Track and 1,100 through the University Track.

1) Embassy Track (Total = 720)

  • General = 669
  • Overseas Korean = 11
  • IRTS* = 40

2) University Track (Total = 1,100)

A) General

  • General = 150
  • R-GKS = 465
  • Research = 5

B) Specialization

  • R&D = 300
  • Global Network = 80

C) International Organization

  • International Organization = 100

* The Global Network Programs in the University Track are selected by each university based on their own scholarship selection guidelines and admission criteria.

GKS Scholarship 2025 Quota

The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2025 has two application tracks: Embassy Track and University Track, and applicants can apply through only one. Each track has its own quota and deadline, as outlined below.

GKS 2025 Embassy Track Quota

  • General: 669 scholars from 146 countries or regions
GKS Scholarship 2025 Embassy Track Quota
  • Overseas Korean: 11 scholars from 7 countries or regions
  • IRTS: 40 Ukrainian scholars (Including 1 Overseas Korean of Ukraine in Embassy Track)

GKS 2025 University Track Quota

  • General: 150 scholars from 55 countries or regions/
  • R-GKS: 465 scholars from 56 countries or regions
GKS 2025 University Track Quota
  • Research: 5 scholars from 157 countries or regions
    *Applications are available from 157 inviting countries and regions for the embassy and university tracks.
  • R&D: 300 scholars from all countries around the world.
  • Global Network: 80 scholars from all countries around the world

Scholarship Duration for GKS 2025

The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2025 offers different study durations depending on the program:

  • Master’s Degree: 3 years (1 year of Korean language + 2 years of coursework)
  • Doctoral Degree: 4 years (1 year of Korean language + 3 years of coursework)
  • Research Program: 6 months or 1 year
  • Global Network Program: Master’s degree completed within 2 years

Important Notes:

  • The Korean language program is required for most scholars. However, exemptions apply to those in the Research Program, Global Network Program, and scholars who:
    • Achieve TOPIK Level 5 or 6
    • Are academic professors in a fully English-taught program
    • Complete the IRTS Korean Language Program with TOPIK/TOPIK IBT Level 3 or higher
  • Scholars who reach TOPIK Level 5 or 6 within the first 6 months of the language program will skip the remaining 6 months and begin their degree in March 2026 instead of September 2026.

GKS Scholarship 2025 Benefits

Global Korea Scholarship 2025 covers tuition, living expenses, and more, making it a great opportunity for students to pursue higher education in Korea while experiencing its rich culture.

Following are all the benefits offered to the selected candidates for the graduate degree programs.

GKS 2025 Graduate Benefits
GKS 2025 Graduate Benefits

GKS 2025 Available Fields of Study and Universities

Available Fields of Study

  • All academic fields established by the GKS participating universities
  • Academic programs offered during evenings (night school), short-term programs, online and distant-learning programs are not applicable in this scholarship program.
  • Applicants can only apply to the universities and departments that are listed in the ‘University Information’ file attached under the GKS Notice post

Available Universities by Type 


Available Universities by Application Track 

GKS Scholarship 2025 Graduate Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2025 for graduate studies, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Nationality

  • Applicants must be citizens of a country designated by the NIIED that is invited to participate in the GKS program.

2. Education Level

  • Applicants must have completed the required degree by the application deadline or be expected to graduate by July 31, 2025.
  • If you’re expected to graduate by July 31, 2025, you can apply with a certificate of expected graduation and grades from completed semesters. However, you must submit your official graduation certificate and final transcript to the GKS Center, NIIED by July 31, 2025. Failing to do so will cancel your acceptance.

3. Academic Requirements

  • Applicants must meet the following Grade Point Average (GPA) conditions from their previous degree program:
    • 80% or higher on a 100-point scale or be ranked in the top 20% of your class.
    • CGPA requirements:
      • 2.64/4.0
      • 2.80/4.3
      • 2.91/4.5
      • 3.23/5.0

4. Age

  • Applicants must be under 40 years old (born after September 1, 1985).
  • Current academic professors from Official Development Assistance (ODA) recipient countries can apply if they are under 45 years old (born after September 1, 1980).

5. Health

  • All applicants must be in good physical and mental health to study in Korea for the entire duration of the scholarship.

By meeting these eligibility requirements, you can apply for the GKS 2025 Graduate Program and start your journey to study in South Korea!

For more information on the eligibility criteria, visit the official notice here.

Documents to Submit for GKS Scholarship 2025 Graduate

Find below the list of documents to be submitted by Master’s, Doctoral, and Research program applicants.

GKS Scholarship 2025 Documents to submit

GKS 2025 Selection Procedure

Selection Timeline with important dates and deadlines

Announcement of Application Guidelines (NIIED) Application Guidelines announced on “Study in Korea” website (www.studyinkorea.go.kr > Scholarship > GKS Notice) 
Announcement of 1st Round Selection Schedule (Embassies, Universities) Announced by each Korean embassy/university – Each embassy/university establishes its own selection plan and schedule 
Application Submission (Embassies, Universities) Application deadline are set by each embassy/university – Please check the website of each institution 
1st Round of Selection (Embassies, Universities) Result Announcement of the first round of selection – Embassy: by March 21 – University: set by each university 
Recommend Successful Candidates to NIIED (Embassies, Universities ? NIIED) Successful candidates’s applications and related documents arrive at NIIED – Embassy Track: by April 1 – University Track: by May 1 
2nd Round of Selection (NIIED) Announcement of successful candidates of the 2nd round (www.studyinkorea.go.kr > Scholarship > GKS Notice) – Embassy Track: early May – University Track: early June 
3rd Round of Selection (Universities) Embassy Track applicants who pass the 2nd round of selection will be reviewed by three universities which they initially applied to  – Result Announcement: by June 5 
Notify Applicant’s Choice of University (Successful Candidates > NIIED) Embassy Track applicants who pass the 3rd round selection should notify their final choice of university to NIIED via email – Notification deadline: by June 13 
Announcement of 2025 GKS-G Scholars (NIIED) The final successful candidates will be announced  (www.studyinkorea.go.kr > Scholarship > GKS Notice)  – Expected announcement date: late June  – NIIED informs the final result to Embassies and Universities through official documents 

Additional Points for GKS Scholarship 2024 Graduate

  • Applicants who hold a TOPIK level 3 or above will be given additional points (10% of the total allocated points)
  • Direct descendants of Korean War veterans who participated in the Korean War as a foreign military will be given additional points (5% of the total allocated points)

Additional points for Korean/English Language Proficiency

Applicants will receive additional points based on language proficiency in Korean and English

  • Korean: Points will be given to applicants with valid TOPIK certificate based on their TOPIK level
  • English: Points will be given to applicants with valid English proficiency certificates based on their test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
GKS Scholarship 2025 additional points

GPA Conversion Table – GKS Scholarship

Use the table below to convert your CGPA to a 100-point scale. Make sure to enter the correct score while filling out the application form.

Global Korea Scholarship i.e GKS Scholarship GPA Conversion Table

Make sure to check the official notice on the studyinkorea website > (www.studyinkorea.go.kr > K-Scholarship > GKS Notice

For detailed information, please download the official GKS Scholarship 2025 Application Guidelines below:

GKS Scholarship 2025 Application Guidelines
GKS Scholarship 2025 Application form
GKS Scholarship 2025 Universities information

303 replies on “GKS Scholarship 2025 Graduate – Apply Now”

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I’ve always wanted to study in Korea, therefore when I come across this scholarship I’m really interested.

In cases where other countries do not have the Korean embassy, such as Malawi, how do we apply for using the embassy track?

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This is the only way or means if people like me to further our education

I have been trying to apply but can’t find the application form.

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Please give information about scholarship
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And I will be happy to apply for this
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I name is Deepika and I’m from india I want this scholarship “GKS” because I really love Korea and korean culture and I really respect and I’m really very interested to study in Korea.

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Thank you so much

Hi,
I am a student from Pakistan.
I am interested to study in Korea.
It’s my dream to study in Korea.
Thanks for this wonderful opportunity

Hello, i was just wandering since my GPA on a scale of 100 is 79,42(that doesn’t meet a requirement ) but if i will convert it to 4.0 system it actually is 3,2(then i totally do), can i apply?

Assalam o alaikum! Annyeoghaseyo ? I’m from Pakistan. I’m very happy ?. it’s big dream for me ?.My life is depended on it . My dream is my masters complete in south Korea ?? and I teach poor children don’t get the education.Everyone has right getting education. In our society we can see younger people are not well educated ?. In our country Pakistan a famous citation a well educated woman make well educated nation.thank you . gamsahamnia ? Allah Hafiz ? Jal jah se yo.

I would like to apply but unfortunately my country is not on the list. Is there a way for me please?

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please I’m from Nigeria i want to apply for the scholarship, who can guide on how to go about it.
i have downloaded the application forms, what next should i do? where should i submit the it after filling it?
please someone should help me.

I really want to study in south Korea my Dream country because their unique culture the beautiful street and the language is my favorite one and Korean people so fast people and also cute one their love for others so amazing the most important the kpop BTS I want to see BTS members In my real life and I want to motivate my country culture customers with Korean people and enjoy the quality of life in there it’s my dream

Oh God, if this is your will make it possible for me; Cause Korea is actually my dream country i want to experience the love of people over there and there cultures too. make my dreams come through i want to learn a lot from South Korea.

My entire dream right now is to go and study in south Korea
And be among the best fly attendance in the world
Inshallah ?

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Kindly I want to apply to Korean scholarship but I can’t understand and I don’t know how to apply

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hey sir my name is mehak saleem im from pakistan i am really interested in this scholarship this is a great opportunity for me to study in south korea. i badly want this scholarship i hope sir u will never ignore my comment we are not to rich that i went for studiying in south korea. this scholarsip is my last hope please sir i wantto make my parents proud i want to do something for I’m my parents and for my country plz give me this scolarship pleasee i request you

hey sir my name is mehak saleem duaa im from pakistan i am really interested in this scholarship this is a great opportunity for me to study in south korea. i badly want this scholarship i hope sir u will never ignore my comment we are not to rich that i went for studiying in south korea. this scholarsip is my last hope please sir i wantto make my parents proud i want to do something plz give me this scolarship pleasee i request you

hey sir my name is mehak saleem duaa im from pakistan i am really interested in this scholarship this is a great opportunity for me to study in south korea. i badly want this scholarship i hope you will never ignore my comment wethat i went for studiying in south korea. this scholarsip is my last hope please sir i wantto make my parents proud i want to do something plz give me this scolarship pleasee i request you

I desire to acquire a phd degree for Electrical and Electronics Engineering in South Korea I will be needing help to fill out and submit the application form
Thank you for this opportunity.

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