AKS Graduate School of Korean Studies Fully-funded Scholarship 2025
Are you passionate about Korean history, culture, or language and want to pursue graduate studies in South Korea? The Graduate School of Korean Studies at the Academy of Korean Studies (AKS) has officially opened its applications for the AKS Graduate fully-funded Scholarship 2025, inviting international students from all around the world to apply for fully funded Master’s and Doctoral degree programs.
About the Graduate School of Korean Studies
The Graduate School of Korean Studies, under the Academy of Korean Studies (AKS), is a prestigious government-funded institution located in Seongnam, South Korea. It offers intensive research-focused programs in Korean Studies to foster experts who will contribute to the global promotion of Korean heritage, thought, and culture.
AKS Grad School of Korean Studies Scholarship Funding
Selected students will receive the AKS Graduate Scholarship, which covers a comprehensive package to support their academic journey in Korea:
| Benefit | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Full tuition waiver |
| Monthly Stipend | 750,000 KRW per month (approx. 560 USD) |
| On-campus Housing | Provided (room shared with one other student) |
| Airfare | Round-trip economy class ticket (only once during study) |
| Korean Language Training (if needed) | Offered for students needing improvement before full study |
| Research Support | Available for thesis and conference participation |
Academic Programs Available
The AKS offers both Master’s and Doctoral programs in the following fields:
- Korean History
- Korean Literature
- Korean Philosophy
- Political Science
- Cultural Anthropology
- Sociology
- Korean Linguistics
- Art History
- Classical Studies
- Cultural Informatics
- International Korean Studies (Global track)
- and more.
All courses are delivered either in Korean or in Korean-English bilingual format, depending on the track and program.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the AKS Graduate Scholarship 2025, applicants must:
- Be a non-Korean national (Korean ethnicity allowed if born and raised abroad).
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree for Master’s programs, or a Master’s degree for Doctoral programs.
- Demonstrate a strong interest in Korean Studies or Korea-related research.
- Possess adequate Korean or English language skills for coursework.
- Meet all academic requirements and submit all documents before the deadline.
Apply: https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/za-en/brd/m_9886/view.do?seq=760108
Application Timeline
The application process for the AKS Graduate Scholarship is now open till May 9, 2025.
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