KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program 2025 | Apply Now

Looking to study at one of South Korea’s top science and technology universities? The KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program offers generous support for talented international students, covering full tuition, living expenses, and more.

This guide covers what you need to know from eligibility and benefits to application steps and important deadlines.

About the KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program:

The KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program offers full tuition, monthly living expenses, and medical insurance to outstanding international students. It supports talented individuals from around the world (except Korean citizens) to study and thrive at KAIST, a top science and technology university in South Korea.

Eligibility Criteria:

To qualify for the KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program, applicants must meet specific academic and citizenship requirements outlined below. Admission through the International Student Admission process is a key requirement for scholarship consideration.

General Requirements:

• Applicants of International Student Admission are eligible for the KAIST Scholarship only if they are admitted. This means students must apply as international applicants, and the scholarship will be awarded to successful admits.
• Required Language: English.
• Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries. However, those with Korean citizenship, including dual citizens, are not eligible to apply as international students.

Academic Qualifications:

• For Spring Semester 2025 (Early Admission only):
  Must graduate or be expected to graduate from high school by February 28, 2025.
• For Fall Semester 2025:
  Must graduate or be expected to graduate from high school by August 31, 2025.

Scholarship Retention Requirement:

• Students must maintain a GPA of 2.7 or higher out of 4.3 at KAIST after their freshman year to continue receiving the scholarship benefits.

Note: For the most up-to-date and detailed eligibility requirements, visit the official KAIST scholarship page or KAIST Admissions Application Guide and KAIST admissions Timeline.

Benefits:

Successful applicants of the KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program will receive the following benefits:

• Full Tuition Coverage:
  Exemption from tuition fees for 8 semesters.
• Living Allowance:
  A monthly stipend of 350,000 KRW to support living expenses.
• Medical Health Insurance:
  Coverage for basic medical health insurance throughout the scholarship period.

Note: For the most up-to-date and detailed Benefits, visit the official KAIST scholarship page or KAIST Admissions Application Guide.

Application Deadline:

The KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program follows the same schedule as the admission application process. There is no separate application for the scholarship, simply check “KAIST Scholarship” under the Statement of Financial Resources section in the online admission form.

Application Timeline

Admission Track	Spring (Early)	Fall (Regular)
Application Period	September 19 – October 23, 2025	November 6, 2025 – January 6, 2026
Document Submission	Deadline: October 30, 2025	Deadline: January 13, 2026
Recommendation Letter Submission	October 30, 2025	January 13, 2026
Admission Announcement	January 7, 2026, 10:00 AM (KST)	March 4, 2026, 10:00 AM (KST)
Reply to Admission Offer	Before February 2026	Before May 2026
Academic Year Begins	End of February 2026	End of August 2026

Notes:

• Make sure to submit all required documents (including recommendation letters) by 5:00 PM (KST) on the respective deadlines.
• No interview is required for all applicants. If needed, KAIST will contact selected applicants individually via email.
• Once the application fee is paid, you cannot switch application tracks (e.g., from Early to Regular).
• Admission announcement dates are subject to change, so regularly check the official KAIST admissions page.

Note: For the most up-to-date and detailed deadlines, visit the official KAIST scholarship page or KAIST Admissions Application Guide.

Requirements:

To be considered for the KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must submit the following required documents:

• One Recommendation Letter
  • Must be written by an academic advisor, homeroom teacher, or math/science teacher
  • Only one letter will be accepted
  • Must be written in English or Korean
  • Must be submitted electronically via the online application platform. After the application fee is paid, the recommender will receive an email with instructions.
• Secondary / Tertiary School Profile
• High School / University Transcript
• Standardized Official Test Report (e.g., SAT, ACT, IB, etc.)
• English Proficiency Test Report (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
• Passport or National ID
• Statement of Financial Resources – KAIST Scholarship
• Statement of Financial Resources – Sponsorship (if applicable)
• Honors and Awards (Optional)

If you are unable to upload your documents online, you may mail them to the Undergraduate Admissions Team, Office of Admissions, KAIST, Room #102, Yang Boon Soon Building (E16-1), 291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 34141, Republic of Korea. For inquiries, you may contact them at (+82-42) 350-4803.

Note: For the most up-to-date and detailed documentary requirements, visit the official KAIST scholarship page or KAIST Admissions Application Guide.

How to Apply: Step-by-step

Follow these steps to apply for the KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program:

1. Access the Online Application Form
   Visit the KAIST Admissions Application Guide or KAIST International Applicant UNDERGRADUATE Online form and complete the online application form for undergraduate admission.
2. Read the Requirements and Application Guide
   Carefully review all eligibility criteria, required documents, and application instructions provided on the official KAIST website to ensure a complete and accurate submission.
3. Upload Required Documents
   Upload scanned and certified copies of the required documents directly to the application portal. These must be clear and legible, certified by a school principal or head/director of the issuing organization.
4. Submit the Application
   Ensure all parts of your application, including the recommendation letter, are completed and submitted before the deadline.
5. Check Admission and Scholarship Results
   Results will be announced on the official KAIST admissions page. Keep track of the timeline for admissions and respond accordingly.

Note: There is no separate application process for the scholarship. Simply select “KAIST Scholarship” in the Statement of Financial Resources section of your admission application. For more detailed information, visit the KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship page and KAIST Undergraduate admissions.

Contact Details:

For any questions or assistance regarding the KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program and admissions process, you can reach out to the KAIST Undergraduate Admissions Team using the following contact details:

KAIST Undergraduate Admissions Team
Address: Room #102, E16-1, Yang Boon Soon Building (YANG Boon Soon B/D),
291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu,
Daejeon 34141,
Republic of Korea

Email: creative.adm@kaist.ac.kr
Telephone: +82 42 350 4803

Note: This contact information is current as of the time of writing and is sourced from the official KAIST website.

Final Thought:

The KAIST International Undergraduate Scholarship Program is a great chance for international students to study in South Korea without worrying about tuition fees. If you meet the requirements, make sure to apply on time. Prepare your documents carefully and follow the instructions. Good luck with your application

Don’t forget to explore other scholarships that may assist in funding your education, whether they are local, National, or international.

Check out the scholarship guides on this website for additional options.

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