Study in South Korea for free! The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) is now accepting applications for the KOICA Scholarship 2025. This prestigious, fully funded opportunity is open to international applicants pursuing Master’s or PhD degrees at top South Korean universities.
In 2025, KOICA will offer 109 scholarships across selected universities and academic programs. Designed for government officials and public sector professionals, this scholarship aims to equip future leaders with the skills and knowledge to drive socio-economic development in their home countries.
If you’re looking to advance your education in South Korea—without the burden of tuition or living expenses—this could be your chance.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: South Korea
- Scholarship Provider: Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
- Number of Awards: 109
- Eligible Degrees: Master’s & PhD
- Program Duration: Master’s (17 months), PhD (36 months)
- Deadline: Varies by country (final deadline: July 31, 2025)
(Contact your local KOICA office or Korean Embassy for country-specific deadlines) - Language Requirement: No IELTS required
- Application Fee: None
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
The KOICA Scholarship is fully funded, covering the following expenses:
- Round-trip airfare
- Settlement allowance
- Monthly living stipend
- Full tuition fees
- On-campus accommodation
- Extracurricular and field trip costs
- National & private health insurance
- Scholarship completion grants
Participating Universities & Programs
Here are the universities and their respective programs eligible for KOICA funding in 2025:
Handong Global University
- Master’s in e-Government & Public Management (Quota: 20)
- PhD in e-Government & Public Management (Quota: 3)
Incheon National University
- Master’s in Climate Change & Environmental Management (Quota: 20)
KDI School of Public Policy & Management
- Master’s in Economic Development Policy (Quota: 20)
- PhD in Economic Development Policy (Quota: 3)
Sungkyunkwan University
- Master’s in e-Government & Public Management (Quota: 20)
Yonsei University
- Master’s in Health Policy & Financing (Quota: 20)
- PhD in Health Policy & Financing (Quota: 3)
Eligible Countries
Citizens from over 90 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and the Pacific are eligible. Some included countries:
- Africa: Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Uganda, Rwanda, etc.
- Asia: Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, etc.
- Latin America: Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Jamaica, Guatemala, etc.
- Middle East & CIS: Iraq, Jordan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Ukraine, etc.
- Pacific Islands: Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, etc.
👉 For the full list, refer to the official guidelines. Kocia Scholarship Guidelines
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible country
- Be a government official nominated by their country’s relevant ministry
- Be preferably under 40 years old
- Be in good physical and mental health
- Hold:
- A Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience for Master’s applicants
- A Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience for PhD applicants (preferably post-KOICA Master’s)
- A Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience for Master’s applicants
- Have strong English proficiency (no official test required, but important for coursework)
Required Documents
- KOICA Application Form
- Official Government Nomination Letter
- Valid Passport (scanned copy)
- Other documents as per university-specific guidelines
How to Apply for the KOICA Scholarship 2025
- Contact the KOICA office or Korean Embassy in your country to confirm your eligibility and deadline.
- Read the KOICA Scholarship Program Guidelines carefully.
- Complete and submit the application through the official channels.
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