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Korea University Global KU Scholarships 2026 in South Korea

Scholarship
South Korea
On-site
Published Feb 24, 2026

Overview

The Global KU Scholarship 2026 is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students participating in an exchange or visiting program across all academic disciplines offered at Korea University. Applicants must be officially nominated through a university-level partnership agreement.

Description

The Global KU Scholarship 2026 is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students participating in an exchange or visiting program across all academic disciplines offered at Korea University. Applicants must be officially nominated through a university-level partnership agreement.

Eligibility

To qualify for the Global KU Scholarship 2025, applicants must:

Be exchange or visiting students nominated through a university-level agreement.
Maintain strong academic performance in their home institution.
Demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to global engagement.
Submit all required documents in English (or include English translations).

Additional Information

Degree Level

The Global KU Scholarship 2026 is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students participating in an exchange or visiting program across all academic disciplines offered at Korea University. Applicants must be officially nominated through a university-level partnership agreement.

Available Subjects

All subjects

Types And Scholarship Amounts

1. First Semester at Korea University (New Exchange Students)
Admission Scholarship: From KRW 100,000 up to KRW 1,600,000
Travel Scholarship: From KRW 100,000 up to KRW 1,500,000
2. Second Semester at Korea University (Continuing Exchange or Visiting Students)
Merit Scholarship: KRW 1,200,000 (awarded based on academic merit in the first semester)

Eligible Nationalities

The scholarship is open to international students from universities that have an official exchange partnership with Korea University.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Global KU Scholarship 2025, applicants must:

Be exchange or visiting students nominated through a university-level agreement.
Maintain strong academic performance in their home institution.
Demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to global engagement.
Submit all required documents in English (or include English translations).

Required Documents

Completed Global KU Scholarship application form
One passport-sized photograph
Letter of recommendation (must be emailed directly by the referee to: studyabroad@korea.ac.kr )

How To Apply

Check Eligibility: Confirm that your university has a partnership with Korea University.
Obtain Nomination: Get nominated by your home institution under a University-Level Agreement.
Prepare Documents: Complete the application form, photo, and recommendation letter.
Submit Application: Send your completed application and required documents before the deadline.
Wait for Results: The Korea University Awards Committee will review your application based on academic, geographic, and strategic factors.

Application Deadlines

Spring Semester (Semester 1): January 30 each year
Fall Semester (Semester 2): July 30 each year

Frequently Asked Questions Faqs

Who can apply for the Global KU Scholarship? Only students nominated by their home universities through a university-level exchange agreement with Korea University are eligible.
Is the Global KU Scholarship fully funded? While not fully funded, the scholarship offers substantial financial support ranging from KRW 100,000 to KRW 1,600,000, depending on merit and category.
Can visiting students apply for the scholarship? Yes, visiting students participating in a one-year program are eligible for the Merit Scholarship in their second semester.
What is the selection criteria? The Awards Committee evaluates academic excellence, geographic diversity, and strategic considerations when awarding scholarships.
How do I submit my recommendation letter? Your recommender must email the letter directly to studyabroad@korea.ac.kr. Letters sent by applicants themselves are not accepted.

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Funding

Partial Funding

Organization

Korea University

Degree

Masters, Bachelor

Subjects

All Subjects

Nationality

International Students

Country

South Korea

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