Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2027 (Fully Funded)

The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2027 is a fully funded award from the Korean government for undergraduate study. It covers tuition, a living allowance, airfare and a year of Korean language training. The embassy track closed on 30 September 2026. University track deadlines run into November 2026 for some programmes. See the KAIST Scholarship 2027 for another Korea option.

First, NIIED covers most tuition (university covers any excess and admission fees). Also, scholars receive an all-inclusive allowance of about KRW 13.56 million during the language year and KRW 14.4 million during the degree. Plus, a round-trip economy airfare is provided. In short, the award covers the main costs of study and living.

High school graduates or expected graduates under 25 with strong grades should look at this. University track remains a route for some applicants even after the embassy window closed.