Guangzhou Institute of Science and Technology is now accepting online applications for the scholarship program 2025. GIST University in South Korea offers scholarships for Master’s, PhD, and combined Master’s-PhD programs. And the other countries students can also apply for PHD program. GIST is a famous university in Gwangju, South Korea. Different other universities like KAIST and UST, charge an application fee, whereas GIST has no fee. All international students automatically get the GIST scholarship without needing to apply separately. The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation, meals, monthly allowance, health insurance, and air tickets. Classes are taught in English. More information and details about this scholarship program, like benefits, requirements, and application process are given below.
Details About GIST University South Korea Scholarship
- Host Country: South Korea
- University Name: (GIST) Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology
- Degree Level: Masters, PhD
- Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 14th April 2025 (17:00) (KST)
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Financial Benefits
GIST University offers “GIST Scholarships” for multinational students. The scholarship covers:
- Flight Reimbursement (One Way)
- Housing (All Students)
- Full Tuition Fee Supported
- Monthly stipend for all international learners
- Research Stipend for students who take part in research projects
- 60% Health Insurance (All worldwide Students)
- Annual medical checkup
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Degree Programs and Duration
- PHD of Philosophy Program – Four Years
- Master of Science Program – Two Years
- Integrated M.S. and Ph.D. Program (M.S./Ph.D.)
The maximum completion times for the M.S., Ph.D., and M.S./Ph.D. programs are 3, 7, and 8, respectively.
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Exemption of English Language Test Proficiency
Every course at GIST University is taught in English. Applicants can apply without an English language test. If you are selected then you should need to submit your test score later. If you completed your undergraduate degree in an English-speaking country (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK, or USA), you can apply to GIST, without an English Proficiency Test result.
Moreover, all students must submit an official English expertise test score, such as TOEFL (IBT, PBT), IELTS, TOEIC, and REPS.
- TOEFL: IBT 80, PBT 550
- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEIC: 750
- NEW TOPICS: 285
GIST University strongly recommends obtaining English test scores, as the Korean Immigration Service may require English or Korean test scores for visa applications.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates from all countries can apply.
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree that is identical to a Korean bachelor’s degree.
- All documents must be submitted.
- Please Read the FAQs
- Meet the Admission Requirements.
Required Documents
- You need to submit certified copies or official documents.
- Your passport copy is also required.
- You provide two letters of recommendation, stamped and signed.
- Recommenders do not need to submit separate letters.
- An official English test report is also required.
How to Apply for the GIST University Scholarship?
Complete your required documents and submit your application online by uploading all documents. The worldwide Admissions Coordinator will contact you to confirm your application and all required documents. Notification of admission results. The official link is given below.
