Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Korean Government Scholarship (GKS) for International Students.

The Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship (GKS) 2025 is a fully funded scholarship offered by the Korean government for international students to study in South Korea. This program, also known as the Korean Government Scholarship, aims to give students from different countries the opportunity to pursue higher education in Korea. It helps promote international exchange between Korea and other nations through education.

If you're an undergraduate student looking to study abroad, this scholarship could be a great choice. The GKS offers two programs: an undergraduate degree and an associate degree, both of which include a 1-year Korean language course. Students from all over the world can apply.

The scholarship covers all expenses, allowing students to live and study in Korea for free. It’s one of the most prestigious scholarships, supporting around 1300 students each year across a wide range of academic fields and majors at Korean universities. By studying in Korea, students can develop skills, build global networks, and strengthen the relationships between Korea and their home countries.

Many top Korean universities take part in this program, offering not only undergraduate degrees but also master’s, doctoral, and research opportunities. Through this scholarship, the Korean government.

Degree Levels for the 2025 GKS-U:

• Associate Degree
• Undergraduate Degree

Duration of the KGSP Scholarships in Korea:

• Associate Degree: 2-3 years of study + 1 year of Korean language course
• Undergraduate Degree: 4-6 years of study + 1 year of Korean language course

Number of Scholarships for GKS 2025:

The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS-U) 2025 is providing 367 fully funded undergraduate scholarships in Korea.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must be from countries designated by NIIED to apply for the Global Korea Undergraduate Scholarship.
• Applicants should not have dual citizenship or be Korean citizens.
• Students who have graduated or will graduate from high school or an associate degree program can apply for the bachelor’s program.
• Students who have graduated or will graduate from high school can apply for the associate degree program.
• Students who have already completed a bachelor’s degree are not eligible for GKS 2025.
• Those with an associate degree can only apply for the bachelor’s program.
• Applicants must have a high CGPA, with a score of 80% or above (at least 2.64 out of 4.00).
• Applicants must be under 25 years of age.
• They should be in good mental and physical health.
• English language certificates are required.
• Applicants must not have any criminal record.

Benefits:

• Full tuition fee coverage.
• A Settlement Allowance upon arrival in Korea.
• Monthly allowance for living expenses.
• Research allowance.
• Round-trip economy class airfare.
• Free 1-year Korean language course.
• Award for excellent Korean language proficiency.
• Coverage for the TOPIK exam fee, if needed.
• Printing costs for a dissertation.
• Medical insurance.
• Completion grant at the end of the program.

The GKS 2025 Undergraduate Scholarship offers a great chance to study in Korea for free.

Documents Needed :

• 2025 GKS-U application form
• Proof of citizenship and family relationship
• Study plan
• Academic transcripts from all levels
• High school graduation certificate
• Personal statement
• One letter of recommendation
• GKS applicant agreement
• Personal medical assessment
• Proof of overseas Korean document (if applicable)
• Proof of Korean citizenship renunciation (if applicable)
• Proof of being a Korean War veteran’s descendant (if applicable)
• English proficiency test score or TOPIK score (optional)
• Copies of other certificates or awards (optional)
• Copy of passport (optional).

How to Apply:

You can apply in two ways: through the Embassy Track or the University Track.

• Embassy Track: Apply through the South Korean embassy in your country. The embassy will select eligible candidates, recommend universities, and nominate you for the scholarship. The final decision will be made by NIIED.

• University Track: Apply directly to a participating university. The university will nominate you for the scholarship and send your nomination to NIIED, which will make the final decision.

For detailed information about the application guidelines, check the Global Korea Scholarship Application Guidelines for Undergraduate Degrees. Make sure to verify the application deadline before you start.

Visit the official website for more details on the GKS Scholarship 2025 Application Form, University Information, and Application Guidelines (in English and Korean).

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