KAIST International Student Scholarship for Undergraduate and Graduate International Students

Overview

A KAIST scholarship for eligible international master’s and doctoral applicants, covering tuition and providing monthly financial support.

Eligibility

Benefits

Required Documents

Application Process

The Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) offers a competitive international student scholarship for eligible master’s and doctoral applicants in science and engineering fields.

Opportunity

KAIST International Student Scholarship for Undergraduate and Graduate International Students

Type

Scholarship

University

Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

Country

South Korea

Study Level

Master’s and doctoral degree

Who Can Apply

To be eligible, applicants must:

• International applicants applying for a master’s degree who hold or will hold a bachelor’s degree by August 30, 2020.
• International applicants applying for a doctoral degree who hold or will hold both bachelor’s and master’s degrees by August 30, 2020.
• Applicants who do not hold Korean citizenship, including dual Korean citizenship.

Fields of Study

Physics; Mathematical Sciences; Chemistry; Biological Sciences; Mechanical Engineering; Aerospace Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Computer Science; Civil and Environmental Engineering; Bio and Brain Engineering; Industrial Design; Industrial and Systems Engineering; Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering; Materials Science and Engineering; Nuclear and Quantum Engineering.

Value

• Full tuition fee waiver.
• Monthly allowance of 350,000 KRW for master’s students.
• Monthly allowance of 400,000 KRW for doctoral students.
• Medical health insurance fees supported by the recipient’s advisor or department.
• Applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of USD 80 or KRW 80,000, plus any applicable bank charges.

Selection Criteria

Applicants are assessed on:

• The scholarship is highly competitive.
• Applicants are selected by KAIST according to its scholarship policies.
• An English proficiency test report or certificate is required.

Required Documents

• Online application form.
• High school profile.
• High school or university transcript.
• English proficiency test report.
• Standardized official test score report.
• Passport or national ID copy.
• Statement of financial resources.
• One recommendation letter.
• Honors and awards documentation, optional.

How to Apply

Complete the online application form, upload the required documents, and submit the application online. The application fee can be paid by credit card or bank transfer after completing the online form. The application fee is non-refundable, and the application cannot be modified after payment.

Application Deadline

This cycle’s deadline has passed; check the official page for the next cycle.

Apply via the official page: https://usth.edu.vn/en/kaist-international-student-scholarship-for-undergraduate-and-graduate-international-students-3679

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