About This Scholarship
All international students admitted to KAIST master's or PhD programs. KAIST ranks top 5 in Asia for engineering and computer science. All admitted international students receive full support.
KAIST is South Korea's top STEM university. Excellent research infrastructure. GKS scholarship through NIIED can supplement the base KAIST funding.
Eligibility Requirements
- Apply for admission to KAIST
- Strong STEM academic background
- Research proposal and supervisor (for PhD)
- English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS)
- All admitted international students automatically funded
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
30 September 2026
Results Announced
15 December 2026
Programme Start
Varies — check official website
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the KAIST Graduate Research Scholarship (South Korea) cover?
Full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (KRW 350,000 master's / KRW 400,000 PhD) for all international students admitted to KAIST degree programs
Who is eligible for the KAIST Graduate Research Scholarship (South Korea)?
All international students admitted to KAIST master's or PhD programs. KAIST ranks top 5 in Asia for engineering and computer science. All admitted international students receive full support.
When is the deadline for the KAIST Graduate Research Scholarship (South Korea)?
The deadline is 30 September 2026. Results are announced around 15 December 2026.
What fields of study does the KAIST Graduate Research Scholarship (South Korea) cover?
The scholarship covers: Natural Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Computer Science & IT, Business & Economics.
Is there anything special about the KAIST Graduate Research Scholarship (South Korea)?
KAIST is South Korea's top STEM university. Excellent research infrastructure. GKS scholarship through NIIED can supplement the base KAIST funding.
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