GIST is one of the best research-oriented universities in South Korea. This university offers exclusive, fully funded graduate school through its competitive scholarship. GIST has established itself as a leader in education and research. It can provide students with state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic. It focused on science and technology at the Masters, PhD, or combined Masters-PhD levels.
GIST’s research focuses on future-forward fields such as artificial intelligence, quantum science, biomedical technologies, clean energy, and nanotechnology, positioning its graduates for success in both academia and industry.
Why Choose GIST?
- Ranked among South Korea’s top science and technology universities
- English-taught programs with global recognition
- Leading-edge research laboratories
- Good exposure of academia to the industry
- Vibrant international student community
Scholarship Benefits
- Full Tuition Coverage
- Tuition Fee Exemption (3,607,000 KRW per semester)
- No upfront tuition payments necessary
- Monthly Financial Support
- For Master’s Students:
- Base stipend: 140,000 KRW/month
- Meal allowance 100,000 KRW/month (conditional)
- International student supplement: 120,000 KRW/month (GPA ≥ 3.0/4.5)
- For PhD Students:
- Base stipend: 295,000 KRW/month
- Meal allowance: 100,000 KRW/month (conditional)
- International student supplement: 120,000 KRW/month (GPA ≥ 3.0/4.5)
- For Master’s Students:
- Research Funding
- Master’s students: 6,334,000 KRW annual research support
- PhD students: 12,541,000 KRW annual research support
- Additional Benefits
- 60% national health insurance coverage
- Full annual medical checkup
- One-time flight reimbursement to Korea
- Potential conference travel grants
- Korean language classes
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to international students worldwide
- Bachelor’s degree for Master’s applicants
- Master’s degree for PhD applicants (except for integrated programs)
- Minimum GPA requirement: 3.0/4.5 or equivalent
- English proficiency can be demonstrated through university certification for conditional admission.
Application Timeline
- Application opens: January 2025
- Deadline: April 14, 2025
- Results announcement: June 2025
- Semester begins: September 2025
Application Process
Step 1: Prepare Required Documents
- Academic transcripts and diplomas
- Statement of purpose
- Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of English proficiency (or conditional admission letter)
- Passport copy
- Additional materials as specified
- Fields/Majors Offered (Sciences & Engineering & Technology) See here:https://www.gist.ac.kr/iadm/html/sub03/0301.html
Step 2: Online Application
- Create an account on the GIST application portal
- Professor Contact: You can contact the relevant professors before submitting applications (how? read this guide: https://gradwinner.com/articles/korea-scholarship-guide-ms-phd). If professor does not reply, you can fill the application before deadline, with his/her name in application. It is not mandatory to have professor contact before application, for details, read guide.
- Complete all application sections
- Upload required documents
- Submit before the deadline
Step 3: Review Process
- Document screening
- Possible interview for shortlisted candidates
- Final admission decision
Admission Guide
The Admission guide is given on this link. All the details are given in the guide and on the links given on this link
https://www.gist.ac.kr/iadm/html/sub05/0502.html?mode=V&no=216702
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