About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
Are you ready to embark on a life-changing educational journey in South Korea? The Seoul National University Scholarship 2027 offers a unique opportunity for international students to pursue undergraduate, graduate, or full-time MBA degree programs at one of the world's top universities. With multiple fully funded scholarships available, including the Korean Government Scholarship (GKS), SNU President Fellowship Program (SPF), and Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS), you'll have the chance to cover almost all expenses, from tuition fees to living costs, airfare, and Korean language training. If you're a talented student with strong academic records and a passion for studying in Asia's most dynamic country, this could be your gateway to a world-class education.
Benefits & Financial Aid
- Stipend: Up to 2,000,000 KRW per month for graduate programs
- Tuition: Fully covered for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Airfare: Round-trip economy class for selected scholarships
- Korean Language Training: Included in some scholarships
- Medical Insurance: Provided for selected scholarships
- Research Expenses: Covered for some scholarships
Eligibility Criteria
- Citizenship: International students (non-Korean citizens)
- Academic Background: Strong academic records
- Program: Undergraduate, graduate (Master's and PhD), and full-time MBA degree programs
- Language: English proficiency (some programs taught in Korean)
- Other Requirements: Check the official admissions guide for specific requirements
Required Documents
- Personal Statement and Study Plan
- Letters of Recommendation (submitted online by recommenders)
- Transcripts and Degree Certificates (officially translated into English or Korean)
- Copy of Applicant's Passport
- Other Official Documents indicating the Applicant's Nationality
- Copies of Both Parents' Passports
- Other Official Documents indicating Both Parents' Nationality
- Other Official Documents indicating the Parent-Child Relationship between the Applicant and Parents
How to Apply
- Prepare All Documents in Advance:
- Gather all required documents listed above.
- Request recommendation letters from professors at least one month before the deadline.
- Ensure transcripts and certificates are officially translated into English or Korean.
- Scan all documents into clear PDF files.
- Check the Official Admissions Guide:
- Visit the SNU Admissions website (en.snu.ac.kr).
- Download the 2027 Spring Undergraduate or Graduate Admissions Guide for International Students.
- Read the guidelines carefully for your specific program.
- Mark the Application Dates:
- Online Application Period: 6 July 2026 (10:00) - 9 July 2026 (17:00 KST)
- Recommendation Letter Submission: 6 July - 10 July 2026
- Complete the Online Application:
- Go to the SNU online application portal.
- Create an account and fill in all personal and academic details.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit Recommendation Letters:
- Enter your recommenders' email addresses in the portal.
- Your recommenders will receive instructions to upload their letters online.
- Ensure they submit by 10 July 2026.
- Submit Your Application:
- Review everything carefully before submission.
- Submit your application before 9 July 2026, 17:00 KST.
- Keep a copy of your submitted application for reference.
- Wait for Admission and Scholarship Results:
- SNU will review applications and notify successful candidates.
- Scholarship decisions are typically included in the admission offer.
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