Global Korea Scholarship for Undergraduate Degrees (GKS-U)

What it covers

Full scholarship incl. 1 year Korean language training + degree study (benefits in the guidelines)

Korean government scholarship for international students under 25 from NIIED-designated countries to study a bachelor's or associate degree in Korea after one year of Korean language training. Applicants apply via Korean embassies or designated Korean universities.

Who can apply

We have not confirmed Central Asian eligibility for this award. Check the official list of eligible countries.

Citizens of NIIED-designated GKS countries

Deadlines

2027 GKS-U guidelines were published on 9 September 2026; deadlines vary by embassy or university track and are listed in the guidelines PDF.

Official link and source

• Official page studyinkorea.go.kr
• Source niied.go.kr

Checked 20 October 2026. Confirm every detail with the provider before you apply.