KU Graduate Global Leader Scholarship
Full tuition graduate scholarship at Korea University, awarded automatically with admission for top international applicants.
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Only the official program page is linked. Application forms are released closer to the cycle.Can I apply?
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- nationalityInternational graduate applicants to Korea University.
- languageMeets KU graduate admission criteria for English or Korean.
- educationMaster'sBachelor's degree
- educationPhDMaster's degree
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What you get
Continuation requires maintaining the GPA threshold set by the department.
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At a glance
Eligibility by track
- Master's trackBachelor's degreeDuration: 2 years
- PhD trackMaster's degreeDuration: 4 years
- Integrated MS plus PhD trackBachelor's degreeDuration: 5 years
Deadlines and tracks
- Fall 2026 intakeApril to May 2026
- Spring 2026 intakeprevious cycleSeptember to October 2025
Frequently asked questions
Is KU Graduate Global Leader Scholarship fully funded?
KU Graduate Global Leader Scholarship is partially funded. It covers full tuition for the standard program length. Check the official site for current stipend and allowance details.
Who is eligible to apply for KU Graduate Global Leader Scholarship?
International graduate applicants to Korea University. Meets KU graduate admission criteria for English or Korean. For the masters track: Bachelor's degree For the phd track: Master's degree For the integrated track: Bachelor's degree
When does KU Graduate Global Leader Scholarship accept applications?
Fall 2026 intake: April to May 2026. Spring 2026 intake: September to October 2025.
Can I apply to KU Graduate Global Leader Scholarship without speaking Korean?
Yes. KU Graduate Global Leader Scholarship offers English-taught program options. Meets KU graduate admission criteria for English or Korean.
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Why this scholarship matters
Tuition only, no stipend. Best paired with lab or department funding, which several STEM and policy programs at KU offer.