We are thrilled to introduce the Global Korea Scholarship GKS 2024 at the KDI School of Public Policy and Management called Global Network Program. This program is a unique initiative that aims to nurture tomorrow’s leaders in international cooperation through a comprehensive curriculum spanning International Cooperation, Korean Studies, and Data Science.
GKS – Global Network Program at KDI School
KDI School’s newly launched Global Network Program is sponsored by NIIED, which melds together 3 different areas into a single, 1.5-year master’s degree program
International Cooperation
Korean Studies
Data Science
While the three key disciplines are required, a student may choose the major and the specific area of study within the selected major.
Benefits of Global Network Program at KDI School
Candidates who receive an admission offer will automatically be eligible for the GKS Global Network scholarship, which includes the following benefits, subject to maintaining the necessary academic standards:
full tuition waiver,
return airfare support,
and monthly stipend (approx. 1 million KRW),
as well as the opportunity to be a part of the dynamic learning environment KDI School has to offer including numerous non-degree academic programs,
field trips, and networking opportunities.
Degree Programs for GKS at KDI School
Degree (Master’s): Public Policy, Development Policy, Public Management
KDI School Programs Global Network Program Scholarship
Students are required to apply for one major and one 1st concentration within the selected major. All students will take Data Science for Public Policy and Management as their 2nd concentration.
Study length:
1.5-year residential, on-campus learning. Students are expected to complete both the coursework and the research project within the 1.5-year residential period
Graduation requirements: 39 credits including capstone project.
Students are anticipated to arrive in Korea around early to mid-August 2024 to commence studies in early September 2024, concluding by mid-December 2025.
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Azerbaijan is pleased to announce the Global Korea Scholarship GKS 2024 Azerbaijan for the graduate program.
Based on this schedule, the 2024 Global Korea Scholarship is selecting students for graduate degrees. If you’re interested, check the details below and visit the website www.studyinkorea.go.kr K-Scholarship->GKS Notice –> 2024 Application Guidelines of Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degrees (GKS-G)).
Beginning with the 2024 GKS-G, candidates expecting to graduate by July 31st, 2024, can now apply for the program with a certificate of expected graduation. However, they must submit their official graduation certificate (or diploma) and final academic transcript to the GKS Center, NIIED, by July 31st, 2024. Failure to comply will lead to the cancellation of your acceptance.
If your document cannot be re-issued, keep the original and obtain an apostille on a notarized copy. There may be differences in the issuance fee and period of Apostille confirmation.
Documents accepted as proof of citizenship and family relationship:
Certificate of birth (with apostille) and copy of passports of family members (or copy of ID).
OR certificate of family relations (with apostille) and copy of passports of family members (or copy of ID).
You can obtain a certificate of family relations at ASAN service.
How to Submit
Methods: Directly to the Korean Embassy or by postal mail (only application documents that arrive within the application period will be accepted).
Embassy Address: ISR Plaza 14th floor, 69 Nizami street, Baku, AZ1005.
Announcement Dates
Documentation Review Results: March 13, 2024. Only successful candidates will be notified individually.
Interview: March 14, 2024, at the Korean Embassy.
Interview Results Announcement: March 15, 2024. Only successful candidates will be notified individually.
Contact Information
Phone: (012) 498-3950~3
Full information about the program is available in the application guidelines. Please read the file carefully.
The application for the 2024 GKS-G (Master’s or Doctoral Program) is currently open and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kabul is pleased to announce the GKS Scholarship 2024 Afghanistan for the Graduate degree programs.
Please find attached the guidelines, application form, and university information for your careful reference. For further details, kindly visit the NIIED website under Scholarships > GKS Notice.
(1) Master’s Degree: 1 year of Korean language program + 2 years of degree program
(2) Doctoral Degree: 1 year of Korean language program + 3 years of degree program
Available Fields of Study and Universities
Please refer to the attached Guideline (see attachment) and University Information (link provided).
Program Quota (Embassy track/for Afghans)
4 people
Eligibility
Nationality: Afghans (Neither parent should hold Korean nationality.)
Age: Under 40 (Born after September 1, 1984)
Grades: For academic requirements, please consult the guideline.
Applicants expected to graduate by July 31, 2024, can apply with a certificate of expected graduation.
Students who have graduated from high school or university in Korea or previously received a Korean government scholarship are ineligible. Refer to the guideline for more details.
Documents to Submit
Please refer to the list of required documents from the guideline. (All certificates must be apostilled.) Section 5: Documents to Submit
Submit your application and required documents to the email address [email protected] (Subject: “2024 GKS-G Application (Your Name)”). Final successful candidates advancing to the next round of selection will be required to post or hand-deliver original documents to the embassy.
Process (Embassy track)
Application: ~March 10, 2024
Interview: To be determined and announced individually to candidates
Final Announcement: ~March 22, 2024
All documents must be submitted in English. Translate if necessary.
Official notice at the Embassy of Korea in Afghanistan’s website: Click Here
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Jakarta is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the Global Korea Scholarship Program i.e GKS Scholarship 2024 Indonesia for Graduate Degrees.
? Allocation of Indonesian grantees (Embassy Track) for the General Program: 34
Selection Schedule
? Deadline for Application Submission: February 29, 2024
Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.*
? Please ensure completion of the forms below before submitting your application.
Important dates for GKS Scholarship 2024 Indonesia Graduate
? Deadline for Application Submission: February 29, 2024
? Interview(online): March 5-7, 2024 (tentative)
Exact date and time will be advised only to the successful candidates few days before interview day
? The 1st Selection Result Announcements by the Embassy : March 13, 2024
? Announcement of the 2nd round of selection by NIIED: late April 2024
? Announcement of the 3rd round of selection by University: late May 2024
? Final result announcement: late June 2024
? Entry to Korea : August 2024
Important Notice
? Please thoroughly review the attached guidelines.
Ensure accurate submission of required documents.
Complete online forms for your database.
? Kindly submit 1 (ONE) SET of the original application form and certificates, along with 1 (One) original recommendation letter in one envelope.
For Embassy track applicants, please provide photocopies of certifications (notarized or apostilled copies are not required).
Successful candidates, post-interview, are required to resubmit one set of consular-authenticated (or apostilled) documents.
The Embassy will make three copies when necessary.
? Documents in languages other than Korean or English must be accompanied by complete translations in Korean or English, along with photocopies of the original language documents.
? Applicants failing to submit all required documents in the correct format will be disqualified.
? For documents smaller than A4 size, attach them to a blank A4 paper. For larger documents, photocopy them to fit A4 size or fold them to A4 size.
? Please revisit the attached Application Guidelines and FAQ for comprehensive and detailed procedure information.
? Applicants and their parents must hold foreign citizenship (non-Korean citizenship).
? Applicants must be under 40 years old as of September 1, 2024 (born after September 1, 1984).
? Applicants must hold or expect to hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree by July 31, 2024.
? Applicants expected to graduate at the time of application must submit a certificate of expected graduation. The official degree certificate (or diploma) and final academic transcript must be submitted by July 31, 2024, at the latest.
? Grades: Applicants must maintain an overall grade point average (CGPA) equivalent to or higher than any ONE of the following scales from their respective universities:
2.64 on a 4.0 scale;
2.80 on a 4.3 scale;
2.91 on a 4.5 scale;
3.23 on a 5.0 scale; or
Score percentile: 80% or above on a 100-point scale or be ranked within the top 20% of one’s class.
? Accepted English proficiency tests: TOEFL and IELTS only.
? Applicants must select THREE different desired universities and available fields of study from the 59 universities listed in section III (Type A + Type B) of the attached guidelines, INCLUDING at least one university from Type B.
Official notice at the Embassy of Korea in Indonesia’s website: Click Here
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in New Delhi is pleased to announce the “2024 GKS Scholarship India,” inviting Indian students to embark on their Graduate Degree journey in Korea.
Eligible Indian students can seek this scholarship opportunity through the ‘Embassy Track‘ and are required to submit their applications to the Korean Embassy in New Delhi.
Quota for 2024 GKS Scholarship India
NIIED has increased the quota for Indian students for 2024. Last year, a total of 50 students from India were invited to study in Korea for FREE through the Global Korea Scholarship, this year, the quota has doubled.
Embassy Track = 28
University Track = 73
Total = 101+
How to apply for 2024 GKS Scholarship India – Embassy Track
For comprehensive guidelines and application forms, please refer to the attached documents at the end of this post.
Prospective applicants for the 2024 Global Korea Scholarship are urged to carefully review the complete guidelines and eligibility criteria before initiating the application process.
The deadline to apply through the Embassy Track is February 29, 2024. Please note that the deadline for the University Track varies from university to university.
All scholarship applications must be submitted no later than February 29, 2024 (Thursday) to the following address:
Ms. Jee Hyesoo Second Secretary Political Affairs Department Embassy of the Republic of Korea 9, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri Extension, New Delhi- 110021 Phone: 011-4200-7000
*Applications received after the deadline, will not be accepted.
In 2024, the Korean Government invites up to 2,200 students globally, welcoming them to pursue their studies in South Korea through the GKS Scholarship Graduate Programs, which include Masters, Doctoral, and Research programs. Each participating country has designated quotas for both the Embassy Track and the University Track.
Below you can find the quota allocation of each track for each country.
Embassy Track (800) + University Track (1400) = Total (2,200)
Embassy Track
General
IRT
Overseas Korean
Sub Total
737
44
19
800
2024 GKS Graduate Embassy Track Quota
University Track
General
R-GKS
IRT*
R&D
Research
Global Network
Sub Total
368
627
10
300
15
80
1,400
2024 GKS Graduate University Track Quota
GKS 2024 Quota – Embassy Track vs University Track
1) Embassy Track Quota = 800
A) General: 737 scholars from 147 countries or regions
No.
Country/Region
Quota
No.
Country/Region
Quota
1
Afghanistan
4
76
Kyrgyzstan
9
2
Albania
1
77
Laos
11
3
Algeria
3
78
Latvia
1
4
Angola
1
79
Lebanon
3
5
Antigua and Barbuda
1
80
Libya
2
6
Argentina
4
81
Macedonia
1
7
Armenia
3
82
Madagascar
3
8
Australia
1
83
Malawi
1
9
Austria
1
84
Malaysia
22
10
Azerbaijan
6
85
Mauritius
1
11
Bahamas, The
1
86
Mexico
6
12
Bahrain
3
87
Mongolia
14
13
Bangladesh
7
88
Montenegro
1
14
Barbados
3
89
Morocco
7
15
Belarus
2
90
Mozambique
4
16
Belgium
2
91
Myanmar
17
17
Belize
2
92
Nepal
4
18
Benin
1
93
Netherlands
1
19
Bolivia
2
94
New Zealand
1
20
Bosnia and Herzegovina
1
95
Nicaragua
2
21
Botswana
2
96
Niger
1
22
Brazil
8
97
Nigeria
7
23
Brunei
5
98
Norway
1
24
Bulgaria
8
99
Oman
5
25
Burkina Faso
1
100
Pakistan
7
26
Burundi
2
101
Palestine
3
27
Cabo Verde
1
102
Panama
5
28
Cambodia
12
103
Paraguay
4
29
Canada
3
104
Peru
6
30
Canada (Quebec)
2
105
Philippines
17
31
Chile
5
106
Poland
3
32
China
38
107
Portugal
1
33
Colombia
6
108
Romania
2
34
Common Wealth of Dominica
1
109
Russia
17
35
Costa Rica
4
110
Rwanda
5
36
Cote d’Ivoire
4
111
Saint Kitts and Nevis
1
37
Croatia
1
112
Saint Lucia
1
38
Czech Republic
2
113
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
1
39
Denmark
1
114
Saudi Arabia
2
40
Dominican Republic
4
115
Senegal
4
41
DR Congo
1
116
Serbia
4
42
Ecuador
8
117
Singapore
9
43
Egypt
5
118
Slovakia
1
44
El Salvador
4
119
Slovenia
1
45
Equatorial Guinea
1
120
Somalia
2
46
Estonia
1
121
South Africa
2
47
Ethiopia
8
122
Spain
2
48
Fiji
2
123
Sri Lanka
7
49
Finland
3
124
Suriname
1
50
France
4
125
Sweden
1
51
Gabon
2
126
Switzerland
1
52
Gambia, The
1
127
Syria
2
53
Georgia
5
128
Taiwan
4
54
Germany
5
129
Tajikistan
6
55
Ghana
7
130
Tanzania
7
56
Greece
2
131
Thailand
17
57
Grenada
1
132
Timor-Leste
3
58
Guatemala
1
133
Togo
1
59
Guyana
3
134
Trinidad and Tobago
4
60
Haiti
2
135
Tunisia
7
61
Honduras
3
136
Turkey
9
62
Hong Kong
2
137
Turkmenistan
7
63
Hungary
4
138
Uganda
7
64
India
28
139
United Kingdom
4
65
Indonesia
34
140
United Arab Emirates
2
66
Iran
6
141
Uruguay
1
67
Iraq
4
142
United States of America
17
68
Ireland
1
143
Uzbekistan
14
69
Israel
3
144
Venezuela
2
70
Italy
8
145
Vietnam
34
71
Jamaica
3
146
Zambia
2
72
Japan
6
147
Zimbabwe
1
73
Jordan
4
Total
737
74
Kazakhstan
13
75
Kenya
7
Embassy Track General Quota for GKS 2024 Graduate
B) Overseas Korean: 20 scholars from 12 countries or regions
No.
Country/Region
Quota
No.
Country/Region
Quota
1
Canada
1
7
Norway
1
2
Cuba
1
8
Russia
1
3
Germany
1
9
Sweden
1
4
Japan
1
10
Ukraine *IRT
1
5
Kazakhstan
3
11
USA
4
6
Kyrgyzstan
2
12
Uzbekistan
3
Total
20
Overseas Koreans Quota for Embassy Track GKS 2024
C) International Reconstruction Talent program (IRT):
44 scholars from Ukraine (*Including Quota of Overseas Korean)
2) University Track Quota = 1,400
A) General: 375 scholars from 57 countries or regions
B) R-GKS: 630 scholars from 59 countries or regions
GKS Scholarship University Track Quota
R-GKS Preference: Recommendation from local governments & universities participating in RISE project, Education Specialization Zone project
IRT Preference: Recommendation from the Government of Ukraine
Vacancies: In both the embassy and university track, if vacancies occur in the second round of selection at NIIED due to insufficient number of recommended candidates or due to the candidate’s ineligibility, candidates from other countries or programs may fill the vacancy
C) R&D: 300 scholars from all countries around the world
No limit on the number of invited countries (available to all countries around the world) University (approximately 8 more) and Quota Information will be fully updated in early-March
R&D Preference: Recommendation from the international organizations or the Export-Import Bank of Korea
No.
University
1
Ajou University
2
Chonnam National University
3
Gyeongsang National University
4
Inje University
5
KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)
6
Keimyung University
7
Kookmin University
8
KOREATECH (Korea University of Technology and Education)
9
Kyungpook National University
10
SeoulTech (Seoul National University of Science and Technology)
11
Soonchunhyang University
12
Sungkyunkwan University
R&D Quota University Track
D) Global Network: 80 scholars from all countries around the world
No limit on the number of invited countries (available to all countries around the world)
University and Quota Information will be updated in early March on the GKS notice
Global Network Preference: Recommendation from the international organizations and international education bodies
E) Research: 15 scholars from 156 countries or regions
Applications available to 156 countries or regions where General program and Regional University program are offered
Research Preference: Recommendation from the Korean Embassy
For detailed information, please download the official GKS 2024 Application Guidelines here:
And the wait is over. The most anticipated Global Korea Scholarship i.e GKS Scholarship 2024 Graduate has been announced and this is your chance to study in Korea on a fully funded scholarship.
In 2024, the Korean government has decided to invite 2,200 international students for the Global Korea Scholarship 2024 Graduate degree programs. Applicants can apply via Embassy Track or University Track, the details of which can be found below.
2024 Global Korea Scholarship
GKS Scholarship Objectives
Global Korea Scholarship is designed to provide international students with opportunities to study at higher educational institutions in Korea to pursue academic degrees, which will enhance international education exchange and deepen mutual friendship between Korea and participating countries.
Programs and Universities
Program
Master’sDegree
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 Scholarships Programs and Universities
Application Tracks
As mentioned earlier, there are two tracks – Embassy Track vs University Track and applicants can apply through one track only. Each track has its quota and deadline. For 2024, the quota for each track is given below.
GKS 2024 Each Track Quota
Embassy Track (800) + University Track (1400) = Total (2,200)
Embassy Track
General
IRT
Overseas Korean
Sub Total
737
44
19
800
2024 GKS Graduate Embassy Track Quota
University Track
General
R-GKS
IRT*
R&D
Research
Global Network
Sub Total
368
627
10
300
15
80
1,400
2024 GKS Graduate University Track Quota
GKS Scholarship 2024 Information
Scholarship Period
Master’s Degree Program: 3 years – 1 year of Korean language program + 2 years of degree program
Doctoral Degree Program: 4 years – 1 year of Korean language program + 3 years of degree program
Research Program: 6 months or 1 year
Global Network Program: within 2 years – Master’s degree program within 2 years
Important Notes regarding Scholarship Period
– Research and Global Network program scholars, all scholars who obtained TOPIK level 5 or 6 will be exempt from a Korean language program
– Those who receive TOPIK level 5 or 6 within the first 6 months of the Korean language program will be exempt from the remaining 6-month language program and must start their degree program in the following semester (March 2025)
GKS Scholarship 2024 Graduate Benefits
GKS 2024 Graduate Benefits
For a detailed information about GKS Scholarship benefits, click the link below:
Available universities for the GKS Scholarship 2024 Graduate programs are divided into 2 categories – Type A and Type B.
Embassy Track applicant may choose up to THREE different universities from Type A and B and MUST apply to at least one of the universities from Type B.
No.
Type-A Universities (33)
1
Academy of Korean Studies
2
Ajou University
3
Chung-Ang University
4
Dankook University
5
Dongguk University
6
Duksung Women’s University
7
Ewha Womans University
8
GIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)
9
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
10
Hanyang University ERICA
11
Hanyang University (Seoul)
12
Hongik University
13
Incheon National University
14
Inha University
15
KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)
16
KDI School of Public Policy and Management
17
Konkuk University
18
Kookmin University
19
Korea University
20
Kyung Hee University
21
POSTECH (Pohang University of Science and Technology)
22
Seokyeong University
23
Seoul National University
24
SeoulTech (Seoul National University of Science and Technology)
25
Sogang University
26
Sookmyung Women’s University
27
Soongsil University
28
Sungkyunkwan University
29
Sungshin Women’s University
30
Tech University of Korea
31
UNIST (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology)
32
University of Seoul
33
Yonsei University
Type A Universities for GKS 2024 Graduate
No.
Type-B Universities (40)
1
Andong National University
2
Busan University of Foreign Studies
3
Changwon National University
4
Cheongju University
5
Chonnam National University
6
Chosun University
7
Chungbuk National University
8
Chungnam National University
9
Daegu Catholic University
10
Daegu University
11
Daejeon University
12
Dong-A University
13
Dongseo University
14
Gangneung-Wonju National University
15
Gyeongsang National University
16
Hannam University
17
Hoseo University
18
Inje University
19
Jeju National University
20
Jeonbuk National University
21
Kangwon National University
22
Keimyung University
23
Kongju National University
24
Konyang University
25
KOREATECH (Korea University of Technology and Education)
26
Kunsan National University
27
Kyungpook National University
28
Kyungsung University
29
Mokwon University
30
National Korea Maritime & Ocean University
31
Pai Chai University
32
Pukyong National University
33
Pusan National University
34
Semyung University
35
Silla University
36
Soonchunhyang University
37
Sun Moon University
38
Sunchon National University
39
University of Ulsan
40
Yeungnam University
Type A Universities for GKS 2024 Graduate
Available Universities by Application Track
Make sure to read the criteria in detail while applying for the GKS Scholarship.
Embassy Track
University Track
GKS Scholarship 2024 Graduate Quota
? Embassy Track Quota = 800
A) General: 737 scholars from 147 countries or regions
B) Overseas Korean: 20 scholars from 12 countries or regions
C) International Reconstruction Talent program (IRT):
44 scholars from Ukraine (*Including Quota of Overseas Korean)
? University Track Quota = 1,400
A) General: 375 scholars from 57 countries or regions B) R-GKS: 630 scholars from 59 countries or regions
C) R&D: 300 scholars from all countries around the world
No limit on the number of invited countries (available to all countries around the world) University (approximately 8 more) and Quota Information will be fully updated in early-March
R&D Preference: Recommendation from the international organizations or the Export-Import Bank of Korea
No.
University
1
Ajou University
2
Chonnam National University
3
Gyeongsang National University
4
Inje University
5
KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)
6
Keimyung University
7
Kookmin University
8
KOREATECH (Korea University of Technology and Education)
9
Kyungpook National University
10
SeoulTech (Seoul National University of Science and Technology)
11
Soonchunhyang University
12
Sungkyunkwan University
D) Global Network: 80 scholars from all countries around the world
No limit on the number of invited countries (available to all countries around the world)
University and Quota Information will be updated in early March on the GKS notice
Global Network Preference: Recommendation from the international organizations and international education bodies
E) Research: 15 scholars from 156 countries or regions
Applications available to 156 countries or regions where General program and Regional University program are offered
Research Preference: Recommendation from the Korean Embassy
Documents to Submit for GKS Scholarship 2024 Graduate
Find below the list of documents to be submitted by Master’s, Doctoral, and Research program applicants.
Required Documents for GKS 2024 Graduate
Submission requirements:
Set by each embassy/university (e.g., whether they accept photocopies, electronic files, documents without certified translation for the first round of selection)
Number of documents to submit:
Set by each embassy/university *
Documents to complete:
Application, Personal Statement, Study Plan, Research Proposal, Letter of Recommendation, Letter of Invitation (Research Program), Applicant Agreement, Personal Medical Assessment, Consent to Collect and Use Personal Information ** Required certificates: Graduation certificate, Academic transcript, Proof of citizenship, Proof of overseas Koreans, etc.
Click the link below to find out the detailed list of required documents for the GKS Scholarship 2024 Graduate.
GKS Scholarship 2024 Selection Process and Schedule
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 22 – University: set by each university
Recommend Successful Candidates to NIIED (Embassies, Universities ? NIIED)
Successful candidates? 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 7
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 14
Announcement of 2023 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.)
Additional Points for GKS 2024 Graduate
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.
GKS Scholarship GPA Conversion Table
For detailed information, please download the official GKS 2024 Application Guidelines here:
The GKS Scholarship i.e Global Korea Scholarship, previously known as the KGSP Scholarship, stands out as a highly esteemed opportunity for students from around the world who are aspiring to study in Korea for free. This scholarship not only covers tuition fees but also includes airfare, medical insurance, and a settlement allowance. Moreover, recipients receive a monthly stipend of approximately 1,000,000 KRW, making it one of the best scholarships in the world.
Excitingly, the application window for the GKS Scholarship for Master’s and Ph.D. programs, is set to open in under a month. This is a golden opportunity for proactive individuals to prepare in advance and gain a competitive edge over fellow applicants.
In this post, we will share several tips to improve your chances of winning the GKS Scholarship. Additionally, we will guide you through the application process, shedding light on the necessary forms and documents you should prepare beforehand.
Meanwhile, don’t forget to also apply for some other fully-funded scholarships to Korea given below:
GKS Scholarship 2024 will be announced very soon. Usually, the applications are open in the last week of February every year, so you still have one month to prepare in advance. This year again, the scholarship will be opened for Masters degree, Phd degree and for research programs.
There will be two tracks to apply:
1- Embassy Track 2- University Track
To find out the differences between these tracks, and to know which track suits you best, please visit the link below:
The quota for last year is given below: (Most probably the quota for GKS 2024 will remain the same)
Embassy Track = 650 Students University Track = 650 Students
Eligibility Criteria for GKS 2024
Nationality:
Citizens of designated countries by NIIED are eligible.
Parents must hold citizenship outside Korea.
Degree Requirements:
Master’s Program: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Doctoral Program: Master’s degree or equivalent.
Applicants must have obtained the required degree (minimum level of education indicated above) by February 28, 2024.
Grades:
CGPA conditions for both masters and doctoral program applicants.
Score percentile should be 80% or above on a 100-point scale or be ranked in the top 20% of one’s class
CGPA must be equal to or above 2.64/4.0, 2.80/4.3, 2.91/4.5 or 3.23/5.0
Applicants must submit an academic transcript with CGPA or ranking information
If a transcript does not provide CGPA in any one of the accepted GPA scales (4.0, 4.3, 4.5, 5.0 or 100 point scale), then the applicant must submit a transcript converted into one of the above GPA scales as a supplementary document
Age:
Applicants must be under 40 (born after September 1, 1984).
Academic professors in ODA recipients can apply up to 45 years (born after September 1, 1979).
Health:
Applicants must be in good mental and physical health throughout the program.
More details can be found on the official GKS Notice post on Study in Korea website. (www.studyinkorea.go.kr > Scholarships > GKS Notice)
Documents to prepare for GKS 2024
Make sure to well prepare in advance before the GKS Scholarship 2024 is announced. Here is a detailed list of documents that needs to be prepared:
Tips to increase chances of winning GKS Scholarship 2024
Planning Ahead One important tip is to ensure that you plan ahead in order to avoid stressing out at the last minute.
Stand Out in Personal Statement Ensure your personal statement stands out by avoiding a common style and repetitive wording found in other statements. Begin with something distinctive, such as a quote or a well-known saying, to make a memorable impression.
GPA Chart Make sure you understand the GPA Chart and GPA Conversion table given by the NIIED. You can find more details here:
Additional points for Languages Starting in 2024, applicants will receive additional points based on language proficiency in Korean and English. Make sure you have IELTS/TOEFL or TOPIK certificates with you.
Extracurricular Activities Always mention any extracurricular activities that you are good at. And if possible, attach certificates of extracurricular activities along with your application.
Visit the website below for the official notice announced on the StudyinKorea website
Exciting news coming in! NIIED is thrilled to announce the final results of the 2024 Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) selection process for the undergraduate program. This year, a total of 466 students from all over the world (both University and Embassy Track) have been selected for the undergraduate program.
Please review the attached file titled “2024 GKS Undergraduate Successful Candidates” and find out the names of the lucky applicants who will be coming to study in South Korea for free under the GKS Scholarship.
For all the selected applicants, NIIED highly recommends you to also carefully read the attached “Important Notice for 2024 GKS-U Scholars” file. Make sure that you follow the provided instructions to ensure smooth preparation for your upcoming journey to South Korea.
The GKS Scholarship 2024 for Nepal for Undergraduates has been announced! This presents an incredible opportunity for individuals aspiring to pursue their higher education in South Korea without any cost, along with receiving a monthly stipend of 900,000 KRW.
Additionally, your insurance and return flight expenses will be taken care of. Make sure not to overlook the chance to submit your application for one of the world’s most esteemed scholarships, known as the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS).
For comprehensive details on how to apply for the GKS Scholarship 2024, please click on the provided link below:
Number of Scholarships Available for the Embassy Track (Nepal): 1 (One)
Programs: 1 year of Korean language study plus 4-6 years of degree study
Universities: Applicants can only apply to the universities and departments that are listed in the “Application Guidelines” with this notice Please refer to the “University Information” attached with the notice of NIIED.
• A score percentile of 80% or higher on a 100-point scale, or ranking in the top 20% of one’s class, is required.
• CGPA must be equal to or above 2.64/4.0, 2.80/4.3, 2.91/4.5, or 3.23/5.0
• Must be under the age of 25 (born after March 1, 1999)
• Must be in good health, both mentally and physically.
Deadline: The applicant must check the document requirements and submit hard copies of all the required documents to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal, no later than 12:00 on October 02, 2023.
Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview
Application guideline: Please go through the enclosed Application Guidelines for undergraduate Degrees, Application Forms, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and University Information before submitting the documents.
• Prior to submission to the Embassy, it is imperative that all necessary certificates are authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) of Nepal.
• For documents written in languages other than English and Korean, MoFA authentication is required, and certified translations must accompany them.
• Only those who are successful in the interview process will receive notifications from the Embassy regarding Consular Confirmation of Required Documents.
