If you are inspired by Korean culture, lifestyle, and university life, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Applications are now open for the KAIST Graduate Scholarship 2027 for international students. The scholarship is available to students from all countries who wish to pursue Master’s, Master’s leading to PhD, or PhD programs at KAIST. KAIST welcomes talented students from all around the world. Final-year undergraduate students who are expected to graduate before enrollment may also apply. More details are below.

Details About KAIST Graduate Scholarship 2027

  • Host Country: South Korea
  • University Name: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
  • Study Begins: March 1st, 2027
  • Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
  • Deadline: 1st September 2027

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Scholarship Benefits

KAIST University offers various types of scholarship programs. Selected students will automatically be considered for the KGPS, KPS, or KAIST CoE PhD Fellowship.

  1. KAIST University Scholarship
  2. KAIST Global Presidential Scholarship (KGPS)
  3. KAIST Prestige Scholarship for International Ph.D. Students (KPS)
  4. KAIST CoE PhD Fellowship
  5. GKS Scholarship (From the Korean Government) Application timeline varies.

Benefits of the KAIST University Scholarship

  • Total Tuition Fee Exemption for 4 semesters for Master’s degree candidates, 10 for Master’s-Ph.D. integrated degree candidates, and 8 for Ph.D. degree candidates.
  • Monthly Stipend: Students will cover the cost of Accommodation and other Expenses from the Stipend.
  • National Health Insurance Premium
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Benefits of KAIST Global Presidential Scholarship (KGPS)

  • Full Tuition Grant: 4 semesters (Masters, PhD)
  • Monthly Stipend Guarantee: KRW 1,000,000 for 4 semesters

Benefits of KAIST Prestige Scholarship for International Ph.D. Students (KPS)

  • Full Tuition Grant: 8 semesters (Masters, PhD)
  • Monthly Stipend Guarantee: KRW 300,000

Benefits of KAIST CoE PhD Fellowship

  • Full Tuition Grant: 4 Academic Years
  • Monthly Stipend Guarantee: 2,500,000 KRW

Benefits of the GKS Scholarship at KAIST (Global Korea Scholarship)

  • Full Tuition Fee
  • Monthly Stipend
  • Accommodation
  • Airfare Tickets
  • Insurance
  • Books

Degrees and Programs Offered at KAIST

  • College of Natural Sciences
  • Life Science and Bioengineering
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Liberal Arts and Convergence Science
  • College of Business

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Eligibility Criteria

  • The scholarship is open only to international students who do not hold Korean citizenship.
  • You need to show a bachelor’s degree if applying for the Master’s program.
  • You need to show proof of a Master’s degree if you are applying for the Ph.D. degree program.
  • Final-year students can also apply.
  • Over 80 to 90% of lectures are offered in English.
  • English Language Proficiency Required Grades:
    • TOEFL iBT: 83
    • IELTS: 6.5
    • TOEIC: 720
    • TEPS: 326

Request for English Proficiency Waiver

You can submit a request for an English Test proof waiver if you meet one of the following conditions:

If you are from one of these countries listed below OR have completed your previous education in the countries mentioned below, then you do not need to provide an EPT score.

  • Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts, St Lucia, St Vincent, Trinidad and Tobago, U.K., U.S.A.
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You do not need to provide an EPT score if you hold citizenship of the following countries AND have completed an academic qualification from these countries.

  • Botswana, Cameroon, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Federated States of Micronesia, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Republic of South Africa, Sudan, Republic of South Sudan, Tanzania, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
  • Read the Eligibility

Required Documents

All documents must be submitted in either Korean or English:

  • Secondary copy of your national identity card.
  • Scanned copies of your parents’ national identity cards.
  • Certificate of family registration demonstrating your relationship with your parents.
  • Certificates of all completed degrees.
  • If a degree is incomplete, provide a certificate or official letter stating your expected graduation date.
  • English proficiency report (taken within two years of September 2026).
  • Two recommendation letters from your academic advisors.
  • If recommendation letters are from your employer, provide a CV.
  • Honors, awards, and employment proofs.

How to Apply for the KAIST University Graduate Scholarship 2027?

Complete the Online Application Form. The online application system is available at this link: https://gradapply.kaist.ac.kr/intergradapply/

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the KAIST Graduate Scholarship 2027 in South Korea?

It is a funded scholarship for international students to pursue Master’s, Master’s leading to PhD, or PhD programs at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). Students from all countries are welcome, and final-year undergraduate students expected to graduate before enrollment may also apply. Study begins March 1st, 2027.

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What benefits does the KAIST Graduate Scholarship 2027 offer?

The KAIST University Scholarship covers total tuition fee exemption for 4 semesters (Master’s), 10 semesters (Master’s-PhD integrated), or 8 semesters (PhD), plus a monthly stipend and national health insurance premium. Additional tracks include the KGPS (KRW 1,000,000/month), KPS (KRW 300,000/month), the CoE PhD Fellowship (KRW 2,500,000/month), and the GKS Scholarship (full tuition, stipend, accommodation, airfare, insurance, and books).

Who is eligible for the KAIST Graduate Scholarship 2027?

The scholarship is open only to international students who do not hold Korean citizenship. Master’s applicants need a bachelor’s degree, and PhD applicants need a master’s degree; final-year students expecting to graduate before enrollment can apply. Required English scores include TOEFL iBT 83, IELTS 6.5, TOEIC 720, or TEPS 326, though waivers exist for certain countries.

When is the deadline for the KAIST Graduate Scholarship 2027?

The application deadline is 1st September 2027. Applicants should submit their complete online application before this date.

How do I apply for the KAIST Graduate Scholarship 2027?

Complete the online application form at the KAIST graduate application system. Prepare your national identity card, parents’ identity cards, family registration certificate, degree certificates, an English proficiency report, two recommendation letters, and any honors or employment proofs. All documents must be submitted in Korean or English.