Applications are now open for the Korea University SK Global Scholarship 2026, a prestigious fully funded master’s scholarship in South Korea for international students. This opportunity allows talented students from selected countries to pursue a two-year master’s degree at Korea University, one of the leading universities in Seoul, South Korea.
The SK Global Scholarship supports outstanding international graduates who want to study in advanced fields such as Engineering, Physics, Artificial Intelligence, and IT. The program covers major study expenses including tuition, airfare, living allowance, and medical insurance.
Students who completed their undergraduate degree in English may not need IELTS. Additionally, final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply.
Each year, about 20 scholarships are awarded to international students through this competitive program.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: South Korea
- University: Korea University
- Degree Level: Master’s Degree
- Program Duration: 2 Years
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
Financial Benefits
The SK Global Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including:
- Round-trip international airfare
- Full tuition fee coverage
- University entrance fees
- Monthly living allowance
- Medical insurance
- Optional Korean language training fees
This funding allows students to focus fully on their studies while experiencing life in Seoul, one of Asia’s major academic and technological hubs.
Available Study Fields
Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Semiconductor and Nano Systems
- Computer Engineering (AI/IT)
- Integrated Circuits
- Signal Processing and Multimedia
- Control, Robotics, and Systems
- Electrical Energy
- Communication and Networks
Physics
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Elementary Particle (High-Energy) Physics
- Nonlinear Dynamics & Biophysics
- Nuclear Physics
- Quantum Information Physics
- Quantum Optics
- Statistical Physics
AI and IT Fields
- Artificial Intelligence Applications
- Software Engineering
- Computer Security
- Computer Education
- Radio Communications Engineering
Eligible Countries
The scholarship is open to applicants from selected regions.
Europe (19 Countries)
Austria, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine.
Southeast Asia (11 Countries)
Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam.
South Asia
India, Pakistan.
East Asia (Specialized Field Only)
Japan and Taiwan are eligible only for the Semiconductor field.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Both parents must hold citizenship outside South Korea.
- Applicants must be from one of the eligible countries listed above.
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or be in their final year of undergraduate study.
- Applicants must demonstrate English or Korean language proficiency.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
- Completed application form
- Recommendation letter
- Certificate of graduation or student status
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s program)
- Proof of English or Korean language proficiency
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Statement of Purpose / Motivation Letter
- Applicant nationality certificate
- Parent nationality certificates (for both parents)
- Proof of parent-child relationship
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit an online application and upload all required documents through the official scholarship portal.
Important points:
- No application fee is required.
- No entrance exam or interview is part of the selection process.
Applicants should ensure all documents are complete before the March 31, 2026 deadline.
VISIT THE OFFICIAL KOREA UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP PAGE TO BEGIN YOUR APPLICATION
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