Seoul National University Fully Funded Scholarship for International Students, Spring 2027

Overview

Seoul National University (SNU), a globally recognized and highly esteemed institution in South Korea, is inviting international students to apply for its comprehensive scholarship programs for the Spring 2027 intake. These fully funded opportunities are designed to support outstanding students from around the world pursuing various academic paths, including undergraduate, master's, MPhil, and PhD degrees, as well as full-time MBA programs. SNU is committed to fostering a diverse and vibrant academic community, offering a wide array of colleges and departments across humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, business administration, education, fine arts, liberal studies, human ecology, medicine, music, nursing, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine, alongside interdisciplinary programs. Prospective applicants should note the highly competitive and brief online application window, typically from early to mid-July 2026, emphasizing the importance of meticulous document preparation in advance.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for the Seoul National University Scholarship must be international students from any country worldwide. Specific eligibility requirements may vary slightly depending on the chosen degree level and the particular scholarship program. However, a standard set of documents is generally required for all applications to demonstrate academic qualifications and personal background. These essential documents include:

• Personal Statement and Study Plan: A detailed outline of academic goals, research interests, and reasons for choosing SNU.

• Two Letters of Recommendation: Professional endorsements from academic mentors or supervisors.

• Official Transcripts and Degrees: Academic records from all previous educational institutions (Bachelor's/Master's).

• Copy of the Applicant's Passport: Proof of identity and nationality.

• Other Official Documents Indicating Applicant's Nationality: Additional supporting documents if required.

• Copies of Both Parents' Passports: For verification purposes.

• Other Official Documents Indicating Both Parents' Nationality: As supplementary proof.

• Official Documents Indicating Parent-child Relationship: Such as birth certificates or family registers.

Benefits

The Seoul National University Scholarship offers extensive financial coverage, making it a fully funded opportunity for eligible international students. The benefits vary across different scholarship schemes and degree levels, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the academic journey.

Undergraduate Scholarships (Before Admission)

• Korean Government Scholarship Program (GKS): This prestigious scholarship covers full tuition fees, provides generous living expenses, round-trip airfare, Korean language training fees, medical insurance, research funds, thesis printing fees, and settlement and return expenses.

• Overseas Koreans Scholarship: Offers full tuition exemption for up to eight semesters (subject to conditions), a monthly living allowance of 900,000 KRW for a maximum of eight semesters, one economy round-trip airfare, six months of Korean language training at the Language Education Institute, and private medical insurance.

Undergraduate Scholarships (After Admission)

Additional opportunities are available for admitted undergraduate students, including the Glo-Harmony Scholarship, the Global Korea Scholarship (specifically for self-financed students), and the Korean War Memorial Foundation Scholarship.

Graduate Scholarships (Before Admission)

• SNU President Fellowship Program (SPF): Provides full tuition exemption for up to six semesters, a substantial monthly living allowance ranging from 1,500,000 KRW to 2,000,000 KRW for three to four years, round-trip economy class airfare, Korean language training (evening classes during regular semesters), and reimbursement for National Health Insurance fees.

• Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS): Covers full tuition fees for a maximum of four semesters and offers a minimum monthly living allowance of 500,000 KRW, which may vary based on the recipient's major.

• Overseas Koreans Scholarship: Similar to the undergraduate version, this covers full tuition exemption for up to four semesters (conditions apply), a monthly living allowance of 900,000 KRW for a maximum of four semesters, one economy round-trip airfare, six months of Korean language training, and private medical insurance.

• Korean Government Scholarship Program (GKS): For graduate students, GKS also provides full tuition fees, living expenses, airfare, Korean language training fees, medical insurance, research funds, thesis printing fees, and settlement and return expenses.