Study in Korea | Korean Government Scholarship Program / KGSP / POSCO /KOICA / GKS

Summary

In this video, Saulia from Kyrgyzstan shares insights on five fully funded scholarships available for studying in South Korea. She highlights the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), which covers tuition, living expenses, and a language training program. Additionally, she discusses the Self-Supporting Foreign Students Scholarship, Exchange Student Scholarship, KOICA Scholarship for government employees, and the POSCO Fellowship Program. Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria and benefits, making them excellent opportunities for international students. Saulia emphasizes strategic application choices and encourages viewers to explore these funding options for their academic journeys.

Takeaways

• 🎓 The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), formerly known as KGSP, is a fully funded program by the Korean government for students from about 125 countries.
• 💰 Scholarship benefits include airfare, a monthly allowance of approximately 1 million KRW (around $950), tuition fees, medical insurance, and one year of Korean language training.
• 🌍 Applicants must be non-Korean citizens, under 40 years old, with a minimum GPA of 2.64 on a 4-point scale, and preference is given to those with high English or Korean proficiency.
• 🏫 Two application tracks exist: the Embassy Track allows applicants to choose up to three universities, while the University Track is a direct application to one university.
• 👩‍🎓 The Self-Supporting Foreign Students Program offers financial support of around $500 a month for students paying their own tuition, valid for a duration of 10 months.
• 🌟 Exchange student scholarships are available only for bachelor's degree students, providing $500 a month along with a settlement allowance and round-trip airfare.
• 🏛️ KOICA scholarships are available for government employees or individuals with two years of relevant experience, covering tuition, extracurricular activities, and nearly $1,000 monthly, including accommodation.
• 🏭 The POSCO Fellowship Program offers support for master's and doctoral students, covering tuition and living expenses, with a monthly allowance of $900.
• 📚 Saulia emphasizes the importance of choosing the right scholarship based on individual qualifications and preferences to increase chances of acceptance.
• 🗨️ Viewers are encouraged to ask questions in the comments section and subscribe for more informative videos about studying in South Korea.

Q & A

What is the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)?

The GKS is a fully funded scholarship program provided by the Korean government for international students from around 125 countries. It covers tuition, airfare, a monthly allowance, and more.

Who is eligible to apply for the GKS?

Applicants must be non-Korean citizens, under 40 years old, and should have a GPA of at least 2.64 on a 4.0 scale. Preference is given to those with outstanding English or Korean language proficiency.

What are the key benefits of the GKS?

The benefits include tuition coverage, monthly allowance (approximately 1 million won or about $950), settlement allowance, medical insurance, and one year of Korean language training.

What are the two application tracks for the GKS?

The two tracks are the Embassy Track, where you apply through your country's embassy, and the University Track, where you apply directly to the university.

What does the Supporting Self-Supporting Foreign Students scholarship offer?

This scholarship is designed for students who are paying for their own tuition. It provides around $500 per month for a period of 10 months.

What type of students can apply for the Exchange Student Scholarship?

The Exchange Student Scholarship is specifically for bachelor's degree students and lasts for 4 to 10 months, depending on the number of semesters the student is in Korea.

What are the requirements for the KOICA Scholarship?

The KOICA Scholarship is available for developing countries and requires applicants to be government employees or have at least two years of experience in government agencies or international organizations.

What benefits does the KOICA Scholarship provide?

It covers tuition fees, airfare, extracurricular activities, and offers a monthly allowance of nearly $1,000, along with accommodation costs.

Who is eligible for the POSCO Fellowship Program?

The POSCO Fellowship Program is for students from specific Asian countries (excluding the U.S. and Europe) and offers scholarships for master's and doctoral programs.

What support does the POSCO Fellowship Program offer?

It covers tuition and living expenses for four semesters and provides a monthly allowance of approximately $900.