The Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) Scholarship in South Korea for 2024 offers an exceptional opportunity for skilled and talented individuals worldwide to pursue advanced education and research in the fields of science and technology. This prestigious scholarship program is designed to foster innovation and provide a strong research foundation for future leaders in these domains.
Established in 1993 by the Korean Government, GIST has since become a hub for world-class researchers and scientists. It stands out as the first national university in South Korea to adopt an innovative educational system, emphasizing a comprehensive and foundational science curriculum. GIST’s commitment to academic excellence is evident in its mandatory thesis quality certification, making it a top-ranked institution. It has held the first position in the number of professor citations in South Korea for 14 consecutive years and is ranked fourth in the QS World University Ranking.
The GIST Scholarship offers a range of degree programs, including Master’s, PhD, and integrated Master’s/PhD programs, across various fields of study. These fields encompass Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Material Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Earth Science and Environmental Engineering, Life Science, Physics and Photon Science, Chemistry and Biomedical Science, Nanobio Materials and Electronics, Integrated Technology, and Artificial Intelligence.
One of the standout features of this scholarship is its full financial support. International students selected for this program benefit from a tuition fee waiver, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their pursuit of knowledge. Additionally, students receive a monthly stipend, meal allowance, and an international student allowance, all designed to ease their financial burdens and allow them to focus on their studies.
To encourage participation in research projects, GIST offers research assistantships to both Master’s and PhD students. This not only enhances their practical skills but also contributes to the development of science and technology on a global scale.
Recognizing the importance of international collaboration, GIST conducts all classes in English and requires thesis submissions in English. This fosters a conducive environment for knowledge exchange and cross-cultural learning
Location:
South KoreaBenefits
- All international students will be getting 100% support in the tuition fee i.e. the tuition fee will be waived.
- MS students will be given a monthly stipend of 140,000 Won.
- PhD students will be given a monthly stipend of 295,000 Won.
- Both MS and PhD students will be given a meal allowance of 100,000 Won. (Note: Students have to complete at least 9 credits in the previous semester in order to get student and meal allowance).
- An international student allowance of 120,000 Won will be given to both MS and PhD students, however, the student has to maintain a 3 or higher GPA out of 4.5 in the previous semester.
- All MS students participating in research projects will get a research assistantship of 5,461,249 won per year while PhD students participating in research projects will get a research assistantship of 12,513,688 won per year.
- A one-way flight to Korea will be reimbursed.
- 60% of national health insurance will be covered. Health insurance also includes annual medical checkups.
Eligibilities
- The applicant must or expect to hold a final degree before enrollment at GIST.
- The applicant’s bachelor’s degree must be equivalent to a Korean bachelor’s degree.
- The applicant must be an international student.
- The applicant must be proficient in the English language.
Application Process
- The applicant has to apply online for the GIST South Korea scholarship.
- The applicant has to submit a matriculation fee, however, the matriculation fee can be waived on the recommendation of the dean/head of the department/college.
- In order to apply successfully, all the applicants must carefully fill out the GIST online application form.
- Don’t leave blanks instead write NA.
Documents Required for the GIST Scholarships 2023:
- Official degrees and transcripts are required. Apostille is preferred or even notarized copies are acceptable.
- Two letters of recommendation must have the signatures and stamps of the recommenders.
- The recommenders do not have to send the letters independently or separately.
- Official English language test report i.e. TOEFL (BT) 80 / TOEFL (PBT) 550 / IELTS 6.5 / TOEIC 750 / NEW TEPS 327 is the requirement. In case you do not get your test result in time. Your home university can give you a professional English language proficiency certificate.
- A copy of the applicant’s passport is required.
Application Deadline: October 14, 2023
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