Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2026 || fully-funded with $1k monthly stipend || IELTS not required

The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2026 is more than just a scholarship; it is a golden ticket to life in one of the world's most innovative and culturally vibrant nations. 🇰🇷 The Dream Package: What’s Included? The GKS is a fully-funded program. The South Korean government covers almost every expense so you can focus entirely on your brilliance. ✈️ Travel: Round-trip economy airfare. 🎓 Education: 100% Tuition coverage + 1-year intensive Korean language training. 💰 Monthly Stipend: * Undergraduate: 1,000,000 KRW Graduate: 1,000,000 – 1,500,000 KRW 🏠 Settlement: A one-time "Welcome to Korea" payment of 200,000 KRW. 🏥 Health: Comprehensive medical insurance coverage. 🏆 Bonus: Extra 100,000 KRW/month if you achieve TOPIK Level 5 or 6. 🛤️ Choose Your Path: Application Tracks For 2026, there are 2,000 total slots for graduate students. You must choose one of two ways to apply: 1. The Embassy Track (800 Slots) The Vibe: You apply through the Korean Embassy in your home country. The Perk: You can choose three different universities. Best For: Students who want to keep their options open. Condition: You must choose at least one "Type B" (regional) university among your three choices. 2. The University Track (1,200 Slots) The Vibe: You apply directly to one specific Korean university. The Perk: A more direct route if you have a specific professor or lab in mind. Categories: General: Open to all. R-GKS (Regional): Focuses on universities outside the Seoul area. R&D: Specialized for STEM students in high-tech research fields. 📅 The 2026 Timeline (Graduate Degrees) Application Period: February 12 – February 25, 2026 (varies slightly by embassy). 1st Round Selection: Late March 2026. 2nd Round (NIIED): Early May 2026. Final Results: Late June 2026. Arrival in Korea: Late August 2026. 📝 Are You Eligible? Nationality: You and both your parents must hold non-Korean citizenship. Age: * Undergraduate: Under 25 years old. Graduate: Under 40 years old (Under 45 for ODA professors). Grades: You need a CGPA of 80% or higher from your previous degree. Degree: You must have your degree (or be graduating by July 31, 2026). 📂 The "Must-Have" Documents Starting this year, applications are submitted digitally via the website. Personal Statement & Study Plan (Your chance to shine!). Two Letters of Recommendation. Apostilled Transcripts & Degree Certificates. Proof of Citizenship (Birth certificates or Passports). TOPIK or English Scores (Optional, but highly recommended). 💡 Pro-Tip: The "Personal Statement" is your heart, but the "Study Plan" is your brain. Show them exactly how your research will benefit both your country and South Korea. official website: https://www.studyinkorea.go.kr/ko/pla... #gksscholarship #studyinsouthkorea #scholarship