KAIST Scholarship

KAIST University Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

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If you are planning to study in South Korea with financial support, the KAIST University Scholarship is one of the best opportunities available for international students. This scholarship provides fully funded programs at KAIST University across a wide range of fields. In this article, we have explained everything you need to know about the KAIST University Scholarship, including its benefits, eligibility criteria, required documents, and a detailed step-by-step application process to help you apply successfully.

The KAIST University Scholarship 2027-2028 is offered for master’s and PhD studies. This scholarship will cover the full tuition fee, a monthly allowance of up to 400,000 KRW, and medical health insurance fees.

KAIST is a famous leading university in Asia and is known as the MIT of Asia. It was established by the Korean government in 1971 as the nation’s first research-oriented science and engineering institution. The Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) offers the KAIST International Student Scholarship for undergraduate and graduate international students.

Scholarship Summary

  • Level of Study: Master’s, PhD
  • Institution: KAIST University
  • Study Destination: South Korea
  • Opportunity Focus Areas: See list below.
  • Program Period: Two years for a master’s and three years for a PhD.

Courses Offered

College of Natural Sciences

  • Physics
  • Mathematical Sciences
  • Chemistry

College of Life Science & Bioengineering

  • 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

KAIST University Scholarships Application Deadline

The general application deadline for the KAIST University scholarship is as follows:

  • Spring Admission: Late August–Mid-September
  • Fall Admission (Early Track): Early December–Late December
  • Fall Admission (Regular Track): Early March–Late March

Fall 2027 Entry: January 7 – February 5, 2027 (TBA). For more information, click here.

Scholarship Coverage

The KAIST University Scholarship provides the recipient with the following benefits:

  • A Full Scholarship (the program covers all expenses)
  • Full Tuition Fee Covered.
  • A monthly allowance of 350,000 KRW for the master’s course.
  • A monthly allowance of 400,000 KRW for a doctoral degree.
  • The recipient’s advisor/department supports medical health insurance fees.

Eligibility Criteria for the KAIST University Scholarship

To qualify for the KAIST University Scholarship, a candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements:

  • Required Language: Applicants must meet one of the English proficiency test minimum score requirements:
    • TOEFL iBT 83 (PBT 560, CBT 220)
      KAIST’s institution code for TOEFL is 0195
    • IELTS 6.5 band (academic mode)
    • TOEIC 720 (Listening & Reading)
    • TEPS 599/New TEPS 326
  • Eligible Countries: All countries in the world. Applicants who hold Korean Citizenship (dual citizenship) are NOT eligible to apply as international students
  • For the master’s scholarship, applicants hold or expect to hold a bachelor’s degree before enrollment at KAIST.
  • For doctoral scholarship, applicants hold or expect to hold a bachelor’s and master’s degree before enrollment at KAIST

How to Apply for a KAIST University Scholarship?

Please follow the application instructions below to apply for this scholarship.

  1. Fill the online application form with the required information.
  2. Master’s program applicants are asked to find UP TO THREE faculty members within their research area and register them in the Faculty section. Whereas doctoral program applicants, including Master’s-PhD integrated program applicants, are asked to identify ONE faculty member as their desired academic advisor and register that faculty member’s name in the Faculty section. Communication with the faculty member before your application is recommended.
  3. Upload those documents online.
    • Transcripts and Degrees
    • English Proficiency Test Report
    • Standardized Official Test Score Report
    • Passport or National ID Copy
    • Statement of Financial Resources
    • Honors and Awards (Optional)
    • Two recommendation letters
  4. The applicant must pay the application fee of USD 80 or KRW 80,000. Payment can be made by credit card or bank transfer after completing the application form online. Additional charges (i.e., bank charges) should be covered by the applicants. Please note that the application fee is non-refundable, and you cannot modify the application form once you pay the fee
  5. Submit your application

NOTE: For detailed information on the application process, please visit here.

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Website

To know more about the KAIST University Scholarship, please visit the official website:

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Muhammad Faizan

Muhammad Faizan

PhD Researcher in Mechanical Engineering & Scholarship Advisor

Muhammad Faizan is the founder of Scholarship Roar and a PhD researcher in mechanical engineering at Adelaide University. He writes scholarship guides and reviews all articles for eligibility, deadlines and application details.

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