GIST Scholarship 2026 in South Korea | Fully Funded

Overview

The GIST Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity available to international graduate students wishing to study at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) in South Korea. This research-oriented program aims to foster global leaders through innovative science and technology curricula.

Benefits

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of KRW 140,000 for Master’s students and KRW 295,000 for PhD students
• Research assistantship support
• One-time settlement allowance of KRW 200,000
• Health insurance coverage and one-way flight reimbursement to South Korea

Eligibility

Open to international students from all countries.
Applicants for Master’s programs must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Applicants for PhD programs must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent.
Must demonstrate proficiency in the English language and meet specific academic admission requirements.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit an online application for graduate admission directly through the GIST system along with required documentation such as transcripts, recommendation letters, and a statement of purpose. Eligible admitted students are automatically considered for the scholarship.

Deadline

The application deadline for the Spring term is listed as 7 October 2026.