GIST University South Korea Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)
The Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology invites international candidates to apply for the fully funded Spring 2027 intake. The scholarship supports Master’s, integrated, and Doctoral degree programs.
Deadline: Oct 7, 2026Updated:

Overview
The GIST University South Korea Scholarship provides international students with an opportunity to pursue Master’s, Master’s leading to Ph.D., and Doctoral degrees at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology. All courses are conducted in English.
Benefits
- Full tuition fee support
- Monthly stipend for all international students and research stipends for participants in research projects
- Housing coverage for all students
- 60% health insurance coverage and an annual medical checkup
- One-way flight reimbursement
Eligibility
- Open to applicants from all countries around the world.
- Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree equivalent to a Korean bachelor’s degree.
- Applicants must submit all required academic and supporting documentation.
- Applicants who completed their bachelor’s degree in specific English-speaking countries are exempt from submitting an English proficiency test score; otherwise, standard scores such as TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, or NEW TEPS are required.
How to Apply
- Submit the online application along with all uploaded required documents.
- Wait for the International Admissions Coordinator to contact you upon document confirmation.
- Check your application status online and await admission results.
Deadline
The final deadline to submit applications is 7th October 2026.
