Start your study adventure in South Korea! Good news! The KAIST University Undergraduate Scholarship is now open. In this article, we will explain everything about the KAIST Undergraduate Scholarship, its benefits, and the step-by-step application process.
The KAIST University Undergraduate Scholarship for 2025-2026 is a fully funded scholarship for international students. This scholarship is available only for master’s studies. It covers full tuition fees, a monthly allowance of up to 350,000 KRW, and medical insurance.
KAIST is a renowned university in Asia, often referred to as the MIT of Asia. Established in 1971, KAIST was created to model a research-focused university and to nurture elite talent in science and technology for the nation. Today, KAIST is a well-respected member of the global science community. The Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) offers the KAIST International Student Scholarship for both undergraduate and graduate international students.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate
- Institution(s): KAIST University
- Study in: South Korea
- Program Duration: 8 Semesters
- Deadline: Click here to check the application timeline (same as Admission Application)
- Early Admission Period: September 20 ~ October 24, 2024
- Regular Admission Period: November 6, 2024 ~ January 7, 2025
Courses Offered
College of Natural Sciences
- Physics
- Mathematical Sciences
- Chemistry
College of Life Science & Bio-engineering
- Biological Sciences
College of Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Bio & Brain Engineering
- Industrial Design
- Industrial & Systems Engineering
- Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Nuclear & Quantum Engineering
College of Business
- Business and Technology Management
To know about all courses available at KAIST, click here.
Scholarship Coverage
The KAIST University Undergraduate Scholarship provides the following benefits to the recipient:
- Full Tuition Fee: Tuition exemption for 8 semesters
- Living Expenses: 350,000 KRW per month
- Medical Health Insurance
Eligibility Criteria for KAIST University Undergraduate Scholarship
To qualify for the KAIST University Undergraduate Scholarship, candidates must meet all of the following requirements:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: All countries worldwide. Applicants with dual citizenship, including Korean citizenship, are not eligible to apply as international students
- For Spring Semester 2025 (Early Admission Only): Candidates must have graduated or will graduate from high school by February 28th, 2025
- For Fall Semester 2025: Candidates must have graduated or will graduate from high school by August 31st, 2025
How to Apply for KAIST University Undergraduate Scholarship?
Please follow the following application instructions to apply for this scholarship.
(1) Go to the official site here and fill out your online application form.
(2) Pay application fee (USD 80 or 80,000 KRW) by credit card or bank transfer.
(3) Upload scanned copies of following additional required documents on the application page. The uploaded copies must be certified by school principal or the head/director of organization and clear & legible.
- One Recommendation Letter.
- Secondary / Tertiary School Profile.
- High school / University Transcript.
- Standardized Official Test Report.
- English Proficiency Test Report.
- Passport or National ID.
- Statement of Financial Resources – KAIST Scholarship.
- Statement of Financial Resources – Sponsorship.
- Honors and Awards (Optional).
Note:
- Only ONE teacher recommendation letter will be considered.
- The recommendation letter should be written by an academic advisor, homeroom teacher, or a math/science teacher.
- The letter should be written either in Korean or in English.
- Recommendations must be submitted electronically via online application platform. Once you pay the application fee, we will send your teacher a link so that your teacher can submit your recommendation letter online by the deadline.
- It is extremely important to enter your recommender’s email address correctly on your online application form so that they each receive an automated email instructing them how to proceed with their recommendation through the online process.
- Your application will be completed once your recommender submits the recommendation letter.
- Recommendation letters CANNOT be submitted in hard copies.
- If you face a problem uploading your documents, you can mail them to this address:
Undergraduate Admissions Team, Office of Admissions, KAIST
#102, Yang Boon Soon Bld. (E16-1)
291 Daehak-ro , Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 34141, Republic of Korea
Tel: (+82-42) 350-4803
(4) Submit the application.
(5) Check your final admission and scholarship results from here.
For more information about the application process, click here.
To know more about KAIST University Undergraduate Scholarship, please visit the official website: