Global Scholarship at Korea University 2025 | No IELTS | No APP fee

 If you are interested in pursuing your education in South Korea, I recommend thoroughly reading this blog post. This blog post will provide a comprehensive explanation of Korea University (KU) Scholarship 2025 and a step by step application procedure on how to apply. 

Scholarship Overview

The Applications are open to apply for the Korea University (KU) in South Korea. It is a Fully Funded Scholarship for International students to Pursue Master’s programs from the Korean University. There is no IELTS required as well as no application fee to apply for this scholarship. The Korea University SK Global Scholarship 2025 is a highly competitive opportunity for students aspiring to excel in fields like business, engineering, and humanities.

More details about the scholarship requirements and the application process are given below.

Table of Contents

Scholarship Summary

Scholarships Benefits

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

How To Apply

Scholarship Summary

University	Korea University
Country	South Korea
Degree Level	Master
Financial Benefits	Fully Funded
English Language Certificates	No GRE, IELTS, or TOEFL
Application Fee	No Required
Degree Duration
Master’s degree (MPhil/ MS)	2 Years
Deadline	31 March 2025
No Age Requirements

Scholarship Benefits

• Airfare Coverage: 3,000,000 KRW for round-trip airfare.
• Entrance Fee: 1,142,000 KRW (paid at the start of the first semester).
• Tuition Fee: Fully covered (7,392,000 KRW per semester).
• Living Allowance: 1,500,000 KRW per month for two years. 
• Medical Insurance: A standard amount fixed by KU is provided monthly for two years.
• Korean Language Training: A fixed training fee covered by KU, provided one month before the first semester begins.

List of Eligible Countries

• European Countries: Austria, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Ukraine.
• Southeast Asian Countries: East Timor, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Vietnam, Brunei, Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
• South Asian Countries: India and Pakistan.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be from one of the eligible countries.
• The applicant’s parents must not have South Korean citizenship.
• Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or be expected to graduate.
• Applicants must submit proof of English proficiency:
• TOEFL iBT: 71 or higher
• IELTS: 5.5 or higher
• CEFR: Level B2 or higher
• New TEPS: 326 or higher
• TOPIK: Level 3 or higher (for Korean proficiency)
• Exemption: Those who completed their bachelor’s degree in English do not need to submit an English language test score.

Documents Required

• Completed Application Form
• Release of Information Form (Form A, available on the official website)
• Recommendation Letter
• Certificate of Student Status or Graduation Certificate
• Official Academic Transcript of Bachelor’s Degree
• Proof of Language Proficiency (English or Korean)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation Letter / Statement of Purpose
• Nationality Certificate of Applicant
• Nationality Certificate of Parents
• Certificate of Parent-Child Relationship
• Additional Documents (if applicable)

Deadline

• The application deadline to apply for the SK Global Scholarship in Korea is 31st March 2025.

How to Apply for this Scholarship

• Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the academic and language requirements.
• Prepare Documents: Commonly required documents include an application form, CV, academic transcripts, proof of language proficiency, and a statement of purpose.
• Apply Online: Visit the official admission portal of Korea University.
• Create an Account: Sign up using your email address and create a secure password.
• Complete the Application Form: Provide personal, academic, and other required information.
• Review & Submit: Double-check your application details and submit the form before the 31st March 2025 deadline