The KAIST Scholarship, a leading study in South Korea initiative, invites international students to pursue master’s (2 years), PhD (4 years), or integrated MS-PhD (5–6 years) degrees at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) in Daejeon, South Korea’s innovation hub. Ranked #99 globally by Times Higher Education 2025, KAIST is a global innovation powerhouse, fostering scientific breakthroughs and entrepreneurship. This KAIST graduate program, with 80–90% of lectures in English, immerses scholars in a multicultural academic odyssey, positioning them at the forefront of technological advancement.
KAIST’s graduate programs span disciplines like Natural Science, Life Science and Bioengineering, Engineering (including Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering), Artificial Intelligence, Business and Technology Management, and Robotics. Computer Science students develop AI-driven smart systems, leveraging KAIST’s cutting-edge labs. Bioengineering scholars innovate biomedical technologies, while Robotics researchers advance autonomous systems. Business and Technology Management focuses on tech commercialization. Guided by world-class faculty, the curriculum achieves a 90% employability rate within six months in roles like AI specialists, biotech researchers, or tech entrepreneurs.
The KAIST Scholarship emphasizes global academic networking. Scholars from over 95 countries collaborate through events like the KAIST International Research Symposium or Asia-Pacific Innovation Forum. Partnerships with global institutions like MIT and ETH Zurich enable exchange programs and joint research, enriching the global academic network. Students present at conferences such as the Global Smart Technology Summit, working with industry leaders like Samsung and LG, enhancing career prospects. KAIST’s Vision 2031, aiming for leadership in entrepreneurship, fosters innovation hubs, with 15% of graduates launching startups in sustainable energy or AI.
Daejeon, located in Daedeok Innopolis, enriches the multicultural academic odyssey. Scholars explore cultural landmarks like Hanbat Arboretum, Daejeon O-World, and Yuseong Hot Springs, immersing in South Korea’s vibrant heritage. Events like the Daejeon Science Festival or Seollal Lunar New Year blend tradition with innovation. KAIST’s modern campus, featuring advanced labs, digital libraries, and sports facilities, supports a multicultural academic immersion. South Korea’s tech ecosystem, home to firms like Hyundai, and connectivity to Seoul and Busan, foster networking and professional opportunities.
Join a global cohort to drive scientific innovation, embrace South Korea’s cultural vibrancy, and shape the future at a global innovation powerhouse. Apply now for the KAIST Scholarship at KAIST!
KAIST University Scholarship in South Korea:
Host Country:
•South Korea
Host University:
•Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Degree Level:
•Master’s Degree.
•PhD.
•Master’s Leading to PhD.
Academic Programs for Undergraduate Students:
Students can apply for the following programs under KAIST International University Scholarship: –
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
Benefits of the KAIST University Scholarships:
•The full tuition fee will be covered (4 semesters for Master’s, 10 semesters for Master’s-Ph.D.
Integrated 8 semesters for Ph.D. students).
•A monthly stipend will be given.
•Medical Insurance will be covered.
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Eligibility Criteria of the KAIST University Scholarship:
1. The applicant must be an international student.
2. The applicant must not possess Korean citizenship.
3. For Master’s or Master’s-Ph.D. Integrated programs: A bachelor’s degree or higher
4. For Doctoral programs: A master’s degree or higher.
5. A bachelor’s degree must be equivalent to a Korean bachelor’s degree (4 years of bachelor’s).
6. Master’s program applicants need to find and list up to three faculty members in the department they are applying to who share similar research interests.
7. Usually, master’s program applicants don’t need to contact faculty members before listing their names. However, some programs do require you to communicate with faculty first.
8. Doctoral program applicants are required to identify a faculty advisor from the department they are applying to and include their name in the application. It is recommended that you communicate with the faculty member before submitting your application.
9. If the applicant is of Korean ethnicity regardless of birth or place; he/she must have received all his/her education outside Korea or neither of the applicant’s parents is a citizen of Korea. If the applicant fulfills any one requirement from these two, he/she is eligible.
10. Applicants must pay a USD 39 registration fee.
11. You must provide an English proficiency certificate such as TOEFL iBT, IELTS, TOEIC, or TEPS unless:
1.You hold citizenship from one of the following countries and have physically studied and completed a qualification equivalent to a bachelor’s degree or higher from an institution located in these countries:
•Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts, St Lucia, St Vincent, Trinidad and Tobago, U.K., U.S.A.
2.You hold citizenship from one of the following countries and have studied for a bachelor’s or higher degree where English was the medium of instruction. In this case, you need to provide a certificate proving the medium of instruction, such as an English Lecture Certificate or an English Proficiency Certificate (MOI) from your institution:
•Botswana, Cameroon, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Federated States of Micronesia, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Republic of South Africa, Sudan, Republic of South Sudan, Tanzania, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Required Documents for the KAIST University Scholarship:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of Graduation of bachelor’s or master’s degree.
3. Academic transcript of bachelor’s or master’s program (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Motivation letter/statement of purpose (if any).
7. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
8. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
9. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
10. University Admission Offer Letter (If Already Issued).
11. A secondary copy of the national identity card.
12. Scanned copies of your parent’s national identity card.
13. Certificate of family registration that shows your relationship with your parents.
14. If the degree is yet incomplete, a certificate of the official letter of expected graduation.
15. Honors, awards, and employment proofs.
16. All documents must be either in Korean or English.
Scholarship Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• The registration for 2026 is open with a tentative deadline in September 2025.
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
