YBB – Looking for a scholarship to pursue a Master’s or PhD degree in South Korea? The GIST Scholarship 2027 at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) offers international students the opportunity to continue their graduate studies with financial support.
The scholarship is available for students applying to Master’s and Doctoral programs at GIST. In addition to tuition support, recipients may receive monthly living and meal allowances, research support, housing, airfare reimbursement, and health insurance.
If you are interested in pursuing graduate study in South Korea, here is everything you need to know about the GIST Scholarship 2027.
Quick Overview
Scholarship: GIST Scholarship 2027
University: Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
Country: South Korea
Study Level: Master’s and PhD
Eligibility: International students
Funding: Scholarship support
Spring 2027 Application Opens: 7 September 2026
Spring 2027 Deadline: 7 October 2026, 17:00 KST
About the Program
The GIST Scholarship is an opportunity for international students who wish to pursue graduate-level studies at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology in South Korea.
The program is available for both Master’s and PhD applicants. Candidates must meet the admission requirements of their chosen department and fulfill the required academic and English language qualifications.
Through the scholarship, students can receive financial support throughout their studies while having access to GIST’s academic and research environment.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students may receive the following benefits:
- Tuition support of KRW 3,607,000 per semester.
- Matriculation fee support for students who receive a recommendation from the dean or head of department to take matriculation courses.
- Monthly living allowance of KRW 140,000 for Master’s students.
- Monthly living allowance of KRW 295,000 for PhD students.
- Monthly meal allowance of KRW 100,000.
- International student allowance.
- Research allowance.
- Housing.
- Reimbursement for airfare to Korea.
- Health insurance.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the admission requirements of their selected department. In general, the requirements include:
- Meet the admission requirements of the chosen department.
- Master’s applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree, a certificate of graduation, or an equivalent qualification.
- PhD applicants must hold a master’s degree, a certificate of graduation, or an equivalent qualification.
- Meet the required English proficiency level.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following minimum scores:
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- TOEFL PBT: 550
- Academic IELTS: 6.5
- TOEIC: 750
- New TEPS: 285
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Degree certificate and academic transcripts.
- Two recommendation letters.
- Passport copy.
- English proficiency certificate.
- Matriculation recommendation letter, if applicable.
How to Apply
The application process for the GIST Scholarship is conducted online.
- Access the Online Application
Visit the official GIST admission and application page to access the online registration system.
- Create an Account
Create an account using your email address and the information required by the application system.
- Complete the Application Form
Log in to your account and complete the application form. Enter your personal, academic, and other required information carefully.
- Upload the Required Documents
Prepare and upload the required documents, including academic records, recommendation letters, passport copy, and English proficiency certificate.
- Submit Your Application
Review all information and uploaded documents before submitting your application through the online system.
Also read: KAIST Scholarship 2027: Fully Funded Undergraduate Scholarship in South Korea
Spring Semester 2027 Timeline
For applicants targeting the Spring 2027 semester, the application schedule is as follows:
- Application Opens: 7 September 2026
- Application Deadline: 7 October 2026, 17:00 KST
- Admission Announcement: 4 December 2026
- Registration Deadline: 4 January 2027
Fall Semester 2027 Timeline
Applicants planning to begin their studies in the Fall 2027 semester can follow this schedule:
- Application Opens: 9 March 2026
- Application Deadline: 8 April 2027, 17:00 KST
- Admission Announcement: 4 June 2027
- Registration Deadline: 5 July 2027
For detailed information: https://www.gist.ac.kr/kr/main.html
Conclusion
The GIST Scholarship 2027 provides an opportunity for international students to pursue Master’s or PhD studies at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology in South Korea.
Applicants can receive various forms of financial support, including tuition assistance, monthly allowances, housing, research support, airfare reimbursement, and health insurance.
If you are interested in applying, make sure to check the requirements of your chosen department and prepare your academic documents and English proficiency certificate in advance.
For the Spring 2027 intake, applications open on 7 September 2026 and close on 7 October 2026 at 17:00 KST.
