Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Global Scholarship
Hyundai's foundation supports ASEAN-8 graduate students in business, STEM, Korean studies, arts, and policy at six top universities.
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- nationalityNationals of ASEAN-8: Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia.
- languageMeets host university's English or Korean threshold for admission.
- educationMaster'sBachelor's degree
- educationPhDMaster's degree
- fieldYou plan to study one of: business, engineering, sciences, korean-studies, public-policy, arts.
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What you get
Designed for zero economic hardship. Bonuses for SCI-level publications and prestigious conferences.
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At a glance
Eligibility by track
- Master's trackBachelor's degreeDuration: 2 years
- PhD trackMaster's degreeDuration: 3 years
Deadlines and tracks
- Application windowAutumn cycle once per year, as of 2026
Frequently asked questions
Is Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Global Scholarship fully funded?
Yes. Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Global Scholarship covers full tuition for regular semesters, plus a monthly stipend of KRW 1,000,000, and health insurance. Designed for zero economic hardship. Bonuses for SCI-level publications and prestigious conferences.
Who is eligible to apply for Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Global Scholarship?
Nationals of ASEAN-8: Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia. Meets host university's English or Korean threshold for admission. For the masters track: Bachelor's degree For the phd track: Master's degree
When does Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Global Scholarship accept applications?
Application window: Autumn cycle once per year, as of 2026.
Can I apply to Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Global Scholarship without speaking Korean?
Yes. Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Global Scholarship offers English-taught program options. Meets host university's English or Korean threshold for admission.
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Why this scholarship matters
Recruitment was consolidated to a single autumn intake in 2026, so missing the window means waiting a year. Note: GKS recipients cannot double-up on this award.